Gestofit 200mg Injection 2ml

Introduction About GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION

GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is used for the maintenance of early pregnancy in
patients who faced documented history of repeated miscarriages due to luteal
phase defect (a problem in menstrual cycle caused due to deficiency of
progesterone during the midway of the menstrual cycle).

It can also be used as an adjuvant to infertility techniques (such as in vitro
fertilization (IVF) or gamete intra-fallopian transfer (GIFT)) to facilitate
successful implantation of the fertilized egg in the uterus. It is also used to
manage threatened abortions and to manage abnormal uterine bleeding caused due
to hormonal imbalance.

It can be used as a diagnostic tool in progesterone withdrawal testing to
diagnose the endocrinal causes of secondary amenorrhea (irregular or lack of
menstrual periods) and to judge the chances of pregnancy among infertile women.

It contains a medicine called progesterone which is a steroid hormone that
functions similar to the endogenous female sex hormones.

Before receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION inform your doctor if you have any
liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have
diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, epilepsy, or migraine headaches before
receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION as a precaution.

GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with breast
cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, blood clot problems or any vaginal
infections. GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in
breast-feeding women and in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age).

GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION can be used during the first three months of pregnancy.
However, it should not be used in women who have ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy
outside the womb) and in women who had a history of idiopathic jaundice (severe
itching of the skin) or other skin problems during their earlier pregnancies.

The most common side effects of receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION are pain,
redness, itching, irritation or swelling at the injection site, vaginal
bleeding, headache, bloating, nausea, hair loss, abnormal hair growth in the
body, darkening of the facial skin or difficulty in sleeping. Consult your
doctor if any of these side effect bothers you. Talk to your doctor immediately
if you experience any changes in body weight or feel depressed while receiving
GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION.

Uses Of GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION

It is used:

• To maintain early pregnancy in patients with history of repeated miscarriages
• As an adjunct to infertility techniques (such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or gamete intra-fallopian transfer (GIFT)) to facilitate successful implantation of the fertilized egg in the uterus
• To manage threatened abortions
• To manage dysfunctional uterine bleeding
• To diagnose the endocrinal causes of secondary amenorrhea (irregular or lack of menstrual periods) among infertile women

How GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION Works

GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is a steroid hormone used to manage progesterone
deficiency in the body. It supplements your body with sufficient levels of
progesterone that is required for a successful implantation of fertilized egg in
the uterus and for the maintenance of an early pregnancy. It sustains pregnancy
among infertile women and in women who face repeated/threatened abortions by
increasing the thickness of uterine wall. It also regulates hormonal balance in
the body and corrects abnormal uterine bleeding.

How to use GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION

• GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse either into the muscles (as intramuscular injection) or under the skin (as subcutaneous injection).
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you according to your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION

Common Side Effects of GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION:

• pain, redness, itching, irritation or swelling at the injected site

• uterine cramps

• vaginal bleeding or discharge

• headache

• bloating, stomach pain, constipation, nausea, vomiting

• changes in breast, breast pain or tenderness

• tingling or uncomfortable irritation or itching of the vaginal skin and the surrounding area

• hardening or bruising of area around the administration site

• extreme tiredness, exhaustion, lethargy

• hair loss or abnormal hair growth in the body

• darkening of facial skin

• fever

• mood changes

• dizziness, insomnia (problems in sleeping)

• stomach and intestinal discomfort (stomach tenderness, gas, painful cramps, retching)

• breast swelling or enlargement

• feeling hot

• general feeling of discomfort or pain

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side
effects after receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION:

• lower stomach pain, thirst, nausea and sometimes vomiting, passing low quantities of concentrated urine, weight gain (signs of overstimulation of the ovaries)
• feeling extremely depressed
• jaundice (yellow skin and white of the eyes)
• severe allergic reaction which may cause trouble in breathing, swelling of the face and throat or a severe rash
• heart attack (signs include chest or back pain, deep aching, and throbbing in one or both arms, sudden breathlessness, sweating, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, palpitations)
• stroke (signs include severe headache or vomiting, dizziness, vision or speech changes, weakness or numbness of an arm or leg)
• blood clots in the eyes or anywhere in the body (eye pain, pain and swelling in your ankles, feet, and hands)
• severe headache or bulging of the eye and changes in vision

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Consult your doctorGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION can be used during the first three months of pregnancy
if prescribed by the doctor. It should not be used in women with ectopic
pregnancy (pregnancy outside the womb) and in women who had a history of
idiopathic jaundice (severe itching of the skin), severe itching or pemphigoid
gestationis (an abnormal lesions on the skin caused due to autoimmune reactions)
during their earlier pregnancies. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use during breast-feeding.
Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after receiving
GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION.

!### Alcohol

Consult your doctorAvoid consum

!### Kidney

Use with CautionGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney
problems.

!### Liver

ContraindicatedGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients who have or had
any liver problems in the past.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not receive GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Progesterone or
to any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

!### Lungs

Consult your doctorGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients who have or had
any blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). It should be used with
caution in patients with asthma.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with heart
problems.

!### Use In Pediatrics

ContraindicatedGESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(under 18 years of age).

Others

GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use if you:

• have vaginal infection or unusual vaginal bleeding (other than normal periods)
• had miscarriage and your doctor suspects about the existence of few more tissue in the uterus
• have known or suspected cancer of the breast, ovaries or uterus
• had or have blood clots in the legs (thrombophlebitis), eyes (retinal thrombosis) or anywhere in the body (venous or arterial thromboembolism) or stroke

Before receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:

• have fits
• have migraine headache (severe headache affecting one side of the head)
• have porphyria (an inherited blood disorder)
• have sensitivity to light (photosensitivity)
• have diabetes (high blood sugar)
• have high blood pressure
• have depression
• have a habit of smoking
• are overweight or obese
• are aged 35 years or above
• have any risk of atherosclerosis (such as high blood fat levels)
• are scheduled for any blood tests

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking
any of the following medicines:

• Antiepile
• bromocri
• rifampicin (a medicine used to manage bacterial infections)
• Antifungal agents (Ex. griseofulvin, ketoconazole)
• St. john’s wort (a medicine used to manage depression)
• cyclosporine (a medicine used to suppress immune function)
• Antidiabetic agents (Ex. glimepiride, metformin)

Overdosage:

GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse
in a hospital and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult
your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms such as drowsiness
after receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Progesterone
Pharmacological Category	:	Progestins (female hormones)
Therapeutic Indication	:	Supports early pregnancy, Manages Abnormal uterine bleeding, Diagnose the causes for secondary amenorrhea, Manages threatened abortion
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Soft gel Capsule, Pessaries, Injection, Vaginal Gel, Vaginal spray

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FAQs About GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION

Q: Does GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION cause weight gain?

A: Yes, GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION might cause weight gain due to overstimulation
of ovaries in some individuals. Stop receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION and
consult your doctor as soon as you notice that your weight has increased
abnormally.

Q: Does GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION make you feel tired?

A: Yes. GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION may cause tiredness in some individuals. To
manage this, drink plenty of fluids and eat balanced diet and frequent meals.
Get enough rest and follow regular sleep schedule.

Q: How is GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION administered?

A: GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or by a nurse
into the muscle (intramuscular injection). Your doctor will decide the correct
dose and duration of therapy with GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION for you depending on
your age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: Who should avoid taking GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION?

A: GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in women who have or had
ectopic pregnancy and in women who have a history of repeated miscarriages,
idiopathic jaundice (severe itching of the skin), severe itching or pemphigoid
gestationis (an abnormal lesions on the skin caused due to autoimmune reactions)
during their earlier pregnancies. It should not be used in patients with breast
cancer, ovarian cancer, or uterine cancer. You must also inform your doctor
before taking GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION if you have any severe liver problems,
blood clot problems or any vaginal infections before receiving GESTOFIT 200MG
INJECTION.

Q: Why is GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION necessary for pregnancy?

A: GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION supplements your body with sufficient levels of
progesterone that is required for a successful implantation of fertilized egg in
the uterus and for the maintenance of an early pregnancy. It sustains pregnancy
among infertile women and in women who face repeated/threatened abortions by
increasing the thickness of uterine wall.

Q: When is progesterone produced in the reproductive cycle?

A: The typical menstrual cycle takes approximately 28 to 32 days and is divided
into three distinct phases namely the follicular phase, the ovulatory phase and
the luteal phase. The luteal phase is the period when the body produces
progesterone, the hormone that makes the uterus prepare its lining to receive
the egg.

Q: What are the side effects of GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION?

A: The most common side effects of receiving GESTOFIT 200MG INJECTION are
injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness and itching), stomach pain,
breast pain, darkening of facial skin, hair loss, abnormal hair growth in the
body, nausea, and difficulty in sleeping. Consult your doctor if any of these
side effects bothers you.

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