Gestin, Allylestrenol

Gestin is used in the treatment of and to help prevent miscarriage and recurring pregnancy loss, and may also be used to help prevent premature labour.

Gestin is known as a synthetic progesterone derivative. Gestin stimulates the synthesis of body’s placental progesterone, increasing the secretion of placental hormones and hence avoiding and preventing the risk of abortion.

Patients who take Gestin may suffer from such side effects;

Diarrhoea
Acne
Drowsiness
Insomnia
Adrenal insufficiency,
Rash,
Vaginal discharge,
Headache,
Dizziness,
Back pain,
Increased appetite,
Decreased libido,
Pain in extremity,
Abdominal distension,
Cushing syndrome,
Sleepiness,
Vomiting,
Nausea, Edema,
Abdominal pain,
Breast pain,
Hair loss,
Fatigue,
Hot flushes,
Irregular menstrual cycle,
Increased blood pressure,
Depression,
Mood changes,
Nervousness,
Constipation,
Increased glucose level in blood,
Breathing difficulty