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Gesto kare Tablet

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desogestrel,ethinylestradiol

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Introduction to Gesto kare Tablet

Gesto kare Tablet is an oral hormonal combination drug with two active ingredients called Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol. It is a contraceptive used for birth control. This combines female sex hormones (estrogen and progestogen) to prevent egg release from the ovaries, thus preventing pregnancy. Additionally, it also treats dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea causes painful and irregular periods with symptoms like abdominal pain, digestive problems, fainting, vomiting, and nausea. 

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Desogestrel, Ethinylestradiol, or its other ingredients. Before starting Gesto kare Tablet, inform your doctor if you have allergies to estrogens or progestins, a history of breast cancer, eye problems, kidney, liver, or heart (stroke) diseases. Mention if you have migraines or diabetics, as the drug may affect blood sugar and headache intensity. Do not take this medicine if you have a history of certain blood clotting disorders (Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you have brown patches on your face or body (chloasma) and avoid excessive sun or ultraviolet light exposure. 

Also, let your doctor know if you have Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), hemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS), sickle cell anemia, elevated levels of fat in the blood (hypertriglyceridemia), a family history of this condition, or if you need an operation or have recently given birth. Additionally, inform your doctor if you have inflammation in the veins under the skin (superficial thrombophlebitis) or varicose veins), liver tumor, or pancreatitis. Avoid consuming this medicine if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding or if you are taking specific medications for hepatitis C. Avoid using during an operation or prolonged immobility as it may increase the risk of blood clots. Avoid taking this medicine if you have severe diabetes with blood vessel damage, very high blood pressure, a very high level of fat in the blood (cholesterol or triglycerides), or a condition known as hyperhomocysteinemia.  It is not recommended for the children under 18 years.  

Before starting Gesto kare Tablet, inform your doctor if you have brown patches on your face or body (chloasma) and avoid excessive sun or ultraviolet light exposure. Also, let your doctor know if you have Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), hemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS), sickle cell anemia, elevated levels of fat in the blood (hypertriglyceridemia), a family history of this condition, or if you need an operation or have recently given birth. Additionally, inform your doctor if you have inflammation in the veins under the skin (superficial thrombophlebitis) or varicose veins.

Uses of Gesto kare Tablet

  • Contraception
  • Treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular periods)

Therapeutic Effects of Gesto kare Tablet

Gesto kare Tablet prevents pregnancy by stopping the release of eggs, slowing down sperm movement, and making the womb unsuitable for pregnancy.

Interaction of Gesto kare Tablet with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Gesto kare Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.

More Information about Gesto kare Tablet

  • Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
  • Store below 25°C.
  • Do not freeze it.

How to consume Gesto kare Tablet

Take the Gesto kare Tablet tablet as your physician advises. Take the tablet at the fixed time.   Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Safety Advice for Gesto kare Tablet

Breast Feeding-unsafe

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is unsafe to use Gesto kare Tablet during breastfeeding. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor for more information.

Alcohol-Consult your doctor

Alcohol

Consult Your Doctor

It is advised to consume alcohol cautiously while taking a Gesto kare Tablet injection is safe. Please speak with your physician.

Liver-Consult your doctor

Liver

Consult Your Doctor

Gesto kare Tablet tablets should be used cautiously in patients with liver conditions. Before initiating the treatment, inform your doctor about pre-existing liver conditions. Dose adjustment is needed in such conditions.

Lungs-Consult your doctor

Lungs

Consult Your Doctor

It is unknown whether the Gesto kare Tablet is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

Driving-Consult your doctor

Driving

Consult Your Doctor

Gesto kare Tablet is not known to significantly affect driving ability for most people. It is considered safe to drive while taking this oral contraceptive. However, if you experience any side effects, contact your doctor immediately. 

Pregnancy-unsafe

Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is unsafe to use Gesto kare Tablet during pregnancy. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

Side Effects of Gesto kare Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

  • Allergies such as troubled breathing, hives, swelling in the face or lips
  • Severe headache
  • Speech problem 

Common

  • Tiredness
  • Pain in stomach
  • Cramping in legs
  • Vision loss
  • Chest pain and tightness
  • Appetite loss
  • Fever
  • Dark urine
  • Jaundice
  • Mood swings
  • Tender breast

Word of Advice

During your time on the Pill, regularly visit your doctor or nurse for check-ups and prescription renewals. Conduct monthly self-exams of your breasts and nipples. Inform your doctor before any blood tests or surgeries. Follow your doctor’s advice on when to stop and resume taking the pill to reduce the risk of blood clots. If your doctor has informed you about sugar intolerance, consult them before using it. 

Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine with Gesto kare Tablet. Take the medication as instructed by your healthcare provider. Do not exceed or skip doses without consulting them. Notify your doctor if you experience any serious side effects. Contact your doctor for more information.

FAQs about Gesto kare Tablet

Q1.

What is Gesto kare Tablet?

Gesto kare Tablet is a contraceptive pill that combines desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol hormones. Its primary purpose is to prevent pregnancy.

Q2.

How does Gesto kare Tablet work?

Gesto kare Tablet prevents pregnancy by stopping the release of eggs, making it difficult for sperm to reach the egg, and creating a less suitable environment for the egg to attach and grow in the womb.

Q3.

Who should not take Gesto kare Tablet? 

Gesto kare Tablet should not be taken by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. It should also not be taken by women who have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart disease, or liver disease. So, before taking the medicine, inform your doctor about all the underlying medical conditions.

Q4.

What are the side effects of Gesto kare Tablet? 

The common side effects of Gesto kare Tablet are tiredness, stomach pain, leg cramping, vision loss, chest pain, decreased appetite, fever, dark urine, jaundice, mood swings, and tender breasts.

Fact Box of Gesto kare Tablet

Molecule name: Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol

Therapeutic class:  Contraceptives

 

Pharmacological class: Estrogen/Progestins

Indications:

1. Contraception 

2. Treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular periods) 

References

  1. Organon Pharma (UK) Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on February 2022] [Accessed on 19th July 2023], Package leaflet: Information for the user (medicines.org.uk)
  2. Merck & Co., Inc; US Food and Drug Administration;[Revised on August 2017] [ Accessed on 19th July 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/050706s037lbl.pdf
  3. Lotus International [Accessed on 19th July 2023], https://lotusinternational.com/product/novelon/
  4. B. Howard et al.,  Phase 3 Study of Desogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Combined Oral Contraceptive for Pregnancy Prevention, [Accessed on 19th July 2023], https://www.researchgate.net/publication/261920806_Phase_3_Study_of_Desogestrel_and_Ethinyl_Estradiol_Combined_Oral_Contraceptive_for_Pregnancy_Prevention

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