Zengest 300mg Tablet SR belongs to the class of drugs called female hormones primarily used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Besides this, Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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.

Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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 Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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 Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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, Zengest 300mg Tablet SR or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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 Zengest 300mg Tablet SR if you are pregnant as it may harm the unborn baby. You are advised to use effective birth control methods while taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR to prevent pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR. Drive only if you are alert as Zengest 300mg Tablet SR may cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Zengest 300mg Tablet SR contains Progesterone that is used in combination with oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy. Also, Zengest 300mg Tablet SR is used to treat amenorrhoea (absence of menstrual periods due to lack of progesterone) and prevent endometrial hyperplasia (unusually thick lining of the uterus). Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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, Zengest 300mg Tablet SR or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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 Zengest 300mg Tablet SR if you are pregnant as it may harm the unborn baby. You are advised to use effective birth control methods while taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR to prevent pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR. Drive only if you are alert as Zengest 300mg Tablet SR 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 Zengest 300mg Tablet SR. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Zengest 300mg Tablet SR.

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.