Gestoford 100 Mg Capsule (Progesterone)
Price range: $59.40 through $112.80Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Capsule/s | $59.40 | $1.98 / capsule | ||
| 60 Capsule/s | $87.00 | $1.45 / capsule | ||
| 90 Capsule/s | $112.80 | $1.25 / capsule |
About Gestoford 100 Mg Capsule (Progesterone)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Natural micronised progesterone
- Indication
- Secondary amenorrhea; abnormal uterine bleeding associated with hormonal imbalance; severe symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS); and use with estrogen as part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
- Manufacturer
- Leeford Healthcare Limited
- Packaging
- Strip of 10 soft gelatin capsules
- Strength
- 100 mg
- Dosage form
- Soft gelatin capsule
Medicine overview
Gestoford 100 Mg Capsule is a prescription soft gelatin capsule containing 100 mg of natural micronised progesterone. Progesterone is a naturally occurring progestogen, a hormone involved in the menstrual cycle and the regulation of the uterine lining. Leeford Healthcare lists Gestoford-100 for conditions associated with progesterone deficiency, including secondary amenorrhea, abnormal uterine bleeding and severe premenstrual symptoms. It may also be prescribed with estrogen as part of hormone replacement therapy.
What it is used for
Gestoford-100 is indicated to help restart menstrual periods that have unexpectedly stopped, a condition called secondary amenorrhea. It is also used for abnormal uterine bleeding associated with hormonal imbalance and severe symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. In hormone replacement therapy, progesterone may be given alongside estrogen to oppose estrogen's effects on the uterine lining and reduce excessive endometrial growth.
How it works
Progesterone is a natural progestogen with effects similar to progesterone produced by the ovaries. In the endometrium, or lining of the uterus, it changes estrogen-stimulated tissue from the proliferative phase into the secretory phase. This helps regulate changes in the uterine lining during the menstrual cycle. When progesterone is used with estrogen in women who have a uterus, this action also helps counter excessive estrogen-driven growth of the endometrium.
How it is taken
Use Gestoford-100 exactly as prescribed by the physician. Leeford Healthcare's product information does not provide a product-specific administration route, food instruction or fixed dosing schedule for Gestoford-100. Do not create or change a dosing schedule based on instructions for another progesterone product. Micronised progesterone can cause dizziness or drowsiness, so activities requiring alertness should be avoided if these effects occur.
Important warnings
Progesterone should not be used in people with known hypersensitivity to progesterone or relevant product ingredients. Important contraindications for systemic progesterone include unexplained genital bleeding, known or suspected breast cancer, active or previous deep-vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, arterial thromboembolic disease such as stroke or myocardial infarction, and significant liver dysfunction or disease. Progesterone can cause dizziness, drowsiness and fluid retention. Seek urgent medical attention for symptoms suggesting a blood clot, stroke or heart attack; sudden vision changes; severe allergic reactions; or other severe neurological symptoms. Ketoconazole and other CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase progesterone exposure, although the clinical importance of this interaction is uncertain. Risks associated with combined estrogen-progestogen HRT, including thromboembolic and hormone-sensitive cancer risks, should be assessed separately by the prescriber.
Side effects and monitoring
Common effects reported with systemic micronised progesterone include headache, breast pain or tenderness, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, abdominal cramps or bloating, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fatigue and fluid retention. Other reported effects include diarrhea, vaginal discharge, mood changes and hair loss. Serious or less common reactions include severe hypersensitivity, marked dizziness or drowsiness, loss of consciousness, liver injury, thromboembolic events and significant visual or neurological symptoms. Unexplained or persistent vaginal bleeding needs medical assessment. When progesterone is used as part of HRT, appropriate breast and gynecological monitoring should follow the prescriber's recommendations.
Breastfeeding
Progesterone has been detected in breast milk, but reported milk levels are low and the amount expected to reach a breastfed infant is small. LactMed reports that adverse effects in breastfed infants are not expected from progesterone exposure. The need for treatment and the specific Gestoford regimen should still be discussed with the prescribing clinician during breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions
Why can progesterone make me feel sleepy or dizzy?
Drowsiness and transient dizziness are recognized effects of systemic micronised progesterone. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel affected, and follow the timing instructions given specifically for your prescription.
Does food change how micronised progesterone is absorbed?
Yes, food can increase the bioavailability of orally administered micronised progesterone. However, the product-specific food instructions for Gestoford-100 are NOT VERIFIED, so follow the directions supplied by your prescriber and on your medicine pack.
Is Gestoford-100 the same as the progesterone my body produces?
Its active ingredient is natural micronised progesterone. Progesterone used in these preparations is chemically equivalent in its hormonal activity to endogenous progesterone, the hormone naturally produced in the body.
Can I use a Gestoford capsule vaginally instead of swallowing it?
NOT VERIFIED
What should I do if I have spotting or irregular bleeding while taking progesterone?
Irregular bleeding or spotting can occur with progesterone, but unexplained, persistent or recurrent vaginal bleeding should be assessed by a healthcare professional. Do not change or stop prescribed treatment without discussing it with the prescriber.
Why is progesterone used together with estrogen in HRT?
Estrogen can stimulate growth of the uterine lining. In women with an intact uterus, adding progesterone changes the endometrium into its secretory phase and helps reduce the risk of excessive endometrial growth associated with unopposed estrogen.
Can Gestoford-100 cause morning grogginess?
Systemic micronised progesterone can cause drowsiness, dizziness and fatigue, and some people may notice these effects after waking. If they are severe, persistent or interfere with normal activities, discuss them with the prescriber rather than changing the dose or timing yourself.
Is Gestoford-100 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Leeford Healthcare identifies Gestoford-100 as a prescription-only drug.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Packaging | Qty |
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| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
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