Gufigest 8% Gel
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Gufigest 8% Gel is used to restore menstrual cycles in women whose periods have stopped. It is a natural female hormone important for regulating ovulation (when you release eggs) and menstruation. It is used in the treatment of infertility to help you get pregnant.
Uses of Gufigest Gel
Side effects of Gufigest Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gufigest
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Joint pain
- Cough
- Abnormal menstrual bleeding
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Slurred speech
- Pain behind eyes
- Vertigo
How to use Gufigest Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Gufigest Gel works
Gufigest 8% Gel is a progesterone (female hormone). It works on the lining of the uterus and helps to establish and maintain pregnancy in infertile women. It helps in protecting the uterus from the negative effects of oestrogen when used for the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gufigest 8% Gel is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gufigest 8% Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Gufigest 8% Gel is used in the treatment of female infertility and as a part of hormone replacement therapy.
- It regulates menstrual cycles, treats heavy bleeding, and prevents thickening of the uterus.
- It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).
- It should be taken without food, preferably in the evening or at bedtime.
- It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Gufigest 8% Gel affects you.
- It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Progesterone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Natural Progesterone
Interaction with drugs
Taking Gufigest with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may weaken the blood pressure-lowering effect of Chlorthalidone.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Y
Concurrent use may weaken the blood pressure-lowering effect of Hydrochlorothiazide.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual sympto
Concurrent use may weaken the blood pressure-lowering effect of Hydrochlorothiazide.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual sympto
Concurrent use may worsen glycemic control.
Monitor your blood glucose levels.
Concurrent use may reduce antidiabetic efficacy of Glipizide.
Monitor your blood glucose levels.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Gufigest 8% Gel and what is it used for?
Gufigest 8% Gel contains progesterone, which is a natural female sex hormone. It is used to treat menstrual and pregnancy-related issues that are caused due to hormonal imbalance. It may also be prescribed along with estrogen as a part of hormonal replacement therapy for preventing endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).
How and in what dose should I take Gufigest 8% Gel?
For best results, take it strictly as per the advice of your doctor. The dose and duration depend on your exact medical condition. It is recommended to use it at the same time each day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
What if I miss to take Gufigest 8% Gel?
If you miss the dose, you should take it as soon as possible. If it is almost the time for your next dose, do not take the missed dose, instead continue the usual dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the for the missed one.
What are the common side effects which I can experience while taking Gufigest 8% Gel?
The common side effects are vaginal discharge, headache, feeling tired, stomach cramps, and breast tenderness. If any of the side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Chrousos GP. The Gonadal Hormones & Inhibitors. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 706-707.
- Levin ER, Hammes SR. Estrogens and Progestins. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1180-85.
Marketer details
Name: Adonis Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: C-6, GROMA House, APMC Market ,Sector 19, Vashi, Navi Mumbai – 400 703
Country of origin: India
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