Progesterone (200mg)
You should use Gesterol 200mg Injection as your doctor has advised. Do not use more or less than you have been advised and do not use it for longer than recommended. You may be asked to continue taking this medicine for a period after it is confirmed that you are pregnant.The most common side effects include headache, feeling very tired, weight gain, veginal discharge, stomach cramps, pain or swelling in your abdomen and feeling sick. You may also feel bloated, less interested in sex and get pain or discharge in your vagina. Your doctor or nurse may be able to help you reduce or prevent side effects if they bother you or do not go away. Very occasionally people get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Using this medicine may increase your risk of blood clots or breast cancer.Gesterol 200mg Injection may not suit everybody, and you should tell your doctor if you have, or have had, breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina or liver disease. You may be monitored more carefully if you have liver, kidney or heart problems or have diabetes or asthma. Let your doctor know your medical history to be safe. Check with your doctor about all other medicines which may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. This medicine can alter your thinking or reactions and you may feel very tired so be careful if you drive or need to be alert. In general, alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Gesterol
2 ml Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Gesterol 200mg Injection is a progesterone (female hormone). It works on the lining of the uterus and helps to establish and maintain pregnancy in infertile women. It helps in protecting the uterus from the negative effects of oestrogen when used for the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms.
Related Warnings
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gesterol 200mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Gesterol 200mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Gesterol 200mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Gesterol 200mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
There is limited information available on the use of Gesterol 200mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Gesterol 200mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Gesterol 200mg Injection is however not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Gesterol 200mg Injection contains progesterone, which is a natural female sex hormone. It is used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues that are caused due to hormonal imbalance. It may also be prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).
Gesterol 200mg Injection is used to treat various disorders. It is given to women with secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for 3 months in women who have had their menses before). It is used to support pregnancy, prevent premature labor, and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may be used as a part of fertility treatment and may be given as hormone replacement therapy after menopause. It is also given to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding like in dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Gesterol 200mg Injection is to be given by a doctor or nurse only. It is given as an injection into the muscle. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Gesterol 200mg Injection.
Yes, the use of Gesterol 200mg Injection may cause weight gain. The reason for this weight gain could be water retention, however this may not be a serious sign. If you are concerned about weight gain, contact your doctor.
Gesterol 200mg Injection consists of progesterone, which is important for fertility. Progesterone is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and also maintain it. Gesterol 200mg Injection is given in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent the abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.
Gesterol 200mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Gesterol 200mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
