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Gestum is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Is the use of Gestum safe for pregnant women?
Gestum may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gestum, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gestum safe during breastfeeding?
Gestum can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Gestum on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gestum on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gestum on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Gestum. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gestum only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gestum on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Gestum on the heart have been reported.
Gestum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gestum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gestum habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gestum.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gestum will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gestum is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gestum for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gestum
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gestum, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gestum
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gestum and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Gestum has been reported to cause testosterone like side effects such as loss of hair and acne in some patients. Intake of few hormones can actually shrink and damage the hair follicles. if you are experiencing hair loss along with Gestum seek medical advice instantly.
Yes, Gestum can be taken with multi-vitamins, however, if you are experiencing nausea along with severe constipation stop the multi-vitamin and discuss with your doctor about other alternatives.
If your period starts while taking Gestum, it is important to continue with the medication till the 14th day. However, the next progesterone cycle should be started after 14 days after the beginning of the flow. In case you feel any discomfort while taking progesterone during your period cycle do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Gestum helps in regulating the menstrual cycle. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy. After ovulation every month, it thickens the uterine wall to prepare to receive the fertilized egg, however, if there is no fertilization, the levels of progesterone drop and menstruation begins. In case of fertilization the fertilized egg implants in the uterine wall, progesterone helps maintain the thickness of the uterine wall throughout the duration of pregnancy.
Yes,Gestum is a naturally produced steroid hormone which is produced by the ovaries in a female body, during the second half of the menstrual cycle.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prometrium (progesterone)