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Gesterol SR 300 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PROGESTERONE-300MG

Uses:

Female infertility, Female hormonal imbalance

Medicinal Benefits:

Gesterol SR 300 Tablet contains Progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Also, Gesterol SR 300 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). Gesterol SR 300 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

Gesterol SR 300 Tablet contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.

Gesterol SR 300 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 Gesterol SR 300 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 Gesterol SR 300 Tablet reduces this risk.

You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Gesterol SR 300 Tablet as you may need to stop taking Gesterol SR 300 Tablet 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.

Gesterol SR 300 Tablet may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.

Gesterol SR 300 Tablet is not a contraceptive. You are recommended to use additional contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking Gesterol SR 300 Tablet .