Gestoc 100mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Gestoc 100mg Tablet

Progesterone (Natural Micronized)(100mg)

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alcohol interaction for Gestoc Tablet

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Gestoc 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gestoc 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Gestoc 100mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gestoc 100mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Gestoc 100mg Tablet

Progesterone (Natural Micronized)(100mg)

Gestoc tablet uses

How gestoc tablet works

Gestoc 100mg Tablet is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.

Common side effects of gestoc tablet

Vomiting, Vaginal yeast infection, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Abnormal vaginal bleeding, Edema (swelling), Headache, Breast pain, Bloating

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Expert advice FOR Gestoc Tablet

  • Progesterone (Natural Micronized) may also be used in the treatment of problems related to the menstrual period, such as amenorrhea (absence of periods).
  • It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage.
  • It should be taken with food.
  • It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.

Frequently asked questions FOR Gestoc 100mg Tablet

Progesterone (Natural Micronized)

Q. What is Gestoc 100mg Tablet?
Gestoc 100mg Tablet is a type of progesterone hormone which is extracted from plants, but its properties match those of human progesterone. This medicine undergoes a process called micronization, where the size of the natural progesterone is reduced. The small size of the progesterone particles enhances its dissolution and absorption. This provides better availability of Gestoc 100mg Tablet in the body and decreases its side effects.
Q. What is Gestoc 100mg Tablet used to treat?
Gestoc 100mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can you take Gestoc 100mg Tablet every day?
Yes, Gestoc 100mg Tablet can be taken every day. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month. However, the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor, depending on your health condition.
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Q. Does Gestoc 100mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, taking Gestoc 100mg Tablet may cause weight gain. The weight gain may be due to water retention and may not be a serious sign. However, contact your doctor in case your weight gain is worrying you. The risk of weight gain is generally less if Gestoc 100mg Tablet is taken with estrogen as a combined pill. But, do not start any hormonal therapy without consulting your doctor.
Q. How is progesterone beneficial for fertility and pregnancy?
Progesterone is a very crucial hormone in fertility. It is the hormone secreted by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy and maintain it. Gestoc 100mg Tablet (natural micronized form of progesterone) is given as a medicine in cases of infertility to support the uterus in preparing itself for the pregnancy and to prevent abortions in some cases. It is also used to prevent premature labor.

Content on this page was last updated on 03 June, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)