Gestanin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gestanin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gestanin. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Gestanin also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gestanin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gestanin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Gestanin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gestanin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gestanin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer are examples of such conditions. The section on Gestanin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Gestanin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gestanin is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gestanin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gestanin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gestanin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Gestanin. It is best to stop taking Gestanin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gestanin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gestanin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gestanin on the Kidneys?
Gestanin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gestanin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Gestanin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gestanin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gestanin on the Heart?
Gestanin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Gestanin 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 Gestanin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gestanin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gestanin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gestanin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gestanin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gestanin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gestanin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gestanin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gestanin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gestanin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Gestanin doesn't cause anxiety. Instead, it alleviates anxiety by getting metabolized into allopregnanolone which has calming effects.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Gestanin. However, the role of Gestanin remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
Gestanin is a female sex hormone which is produced by the ovaries following ovulation. This hormone plays an important part during the menstrual cycle and helps in the maintenance of pregnancy.
Yes, Gestanin can be taken after ovulation.
It is always recommended to take different hormones at a different time to prevent interactions. Thyroid medications are lifelong drugs which when not taken can lead to serious consequences. Space both the hormones in consultation with your gynaecologist.
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