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Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PROGESTERONE-400MG

Uses:

Female infertility, Female hormonal imbalance

Medicinal Benefits:

Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule contains Progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Also, Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule is used to treat amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods due to lack of progesterone) and prevent endometrial hyperplasia (unusually thick lining of the uterus). Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule 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

Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule contains Progesterone that works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and helps in providing relief from menopause symptoms.

Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule 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 Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule 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 Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule reduces this risk.

You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule as you may need to stop taking Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule 4 to 6 weeks before surgery to decrease the risk of blood clot.

Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule may increase the risk of uterine cancer. However, if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding, please consult a doctor immediately.

Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule is not a contraceptive. You are recommended to use additional contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking Gestomine-400 Softgel Capsule .