Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet belongs to the class of drugs called female hormones primarily used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Besides this, Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet also treat amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods) and prevent endometrial hyperplasia (thickened uterus lining). Also, it is indicated for maintenance of pregnancy, in threatened abortion and prevention of preterm labour. Hormone replacement therapy is a treatment to relieve menopause symptoms. It replaces hormones that are at a lower level as you approach menopause.

Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet contains progesterone which works by replacing oestrogen and progesterone hormone levels in the body and providing relief from menopause symptoms.

You are advised to take Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, drowsiness, headache, mood changes, diarrhoea, vaginal discharge, joint pain, hot flashes (sudden feeling of warmth) or constipation. Most of these side effects of Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to soya, Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet if you have breast cancer, unexplained vaginal bleeding, blood clots or blood clotting disorder, liver disease, porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment) or cerebral haemorrhage (bleeding in the brain). Avoid taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet if you are pregnant as it may harm the unborn baby. You are advised to use effective birth control methods while taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet to prevent pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet . Drive only if you are alert as Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet contains Progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Also, Gest-40 SR 200 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). Gest-40 SR 200 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.

If you are allergic to soya, Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet if you have breast cancer, unexplained vaginal bleeding, blood clots or blood clotting disorder, liver disease, porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment) or cerebral haemorrhage  (bleeding in the brain). Avoid taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet if you are pregnant as it may harm the unborn baby. You are advised to use effective birth control methods while taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet to prevent pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet . Drive only if you are alert as Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, migraine or severe headaches, gallstones, asthma, fits, systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease) or if you ever had depression, inform your doctor before taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Gest-40 SR 200 Tablet .

If you need to undergo any blood test, please inform the lab technician that you are taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as it may affect some test results.