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Alnagest 200 SR Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PROGESTERONE-200MG

Uses:

Female infertility, Female hormonal imbalance

Medicinal Benefits:

Alnagest 200 SR Tablet contains Progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Also, Alnagest 200 SR Tablet is used to treat amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods due to lack of progesterone) and prevent endometrial hyperplasia (unusually thick lining of the uterus). Alnagest 200 SR Tablet replaces oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms. Also, it is indicated for maintenance of pregnancy, in threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour.

FAQs

Alnagest 200 SR Tablet contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.

Alnagest 200 SR Tablet may increase the risk of blood clots especially in patients with a history of blood clots. However, if you experience sudden chest pain, difficulty in breathing or painful swelling and redness of legs, stop taking Alnagest 200 SR Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of blood clot.

If oestrogen is used alone for hormone replacement therapy, it may increase the risk of endometrial hyperplasia (excessive thickening of uterus lining) and endometrial cancer (cancer of the womb). Oestrogen in combination with Alnagest 200 SR Tablet reduces this risk.

You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Alnagest 200 SR Tablet as you may need to stop taking Alnagest 200 SR Tablet 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.

Alnagest 200 SR Tablet may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.

Alnagest 200 SR Tablet is not a contraceptive. You are recommended to use additional contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking Alnagest 200 SR Tablet .