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Femoston Conti 1mg/5mg Tablet is a combination medicine used for hormone replacement therapy. It helps in relieving symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and irritation in postmenopausal women.
Femoston Conti 1mg/5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day. This is done to ensure consistent levels of medicine in the body. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depend on what you take it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Headache, abdominal pain, weight gain, tiredness, and breast pain are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult with your doctor if menstrual irregularities, such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods, happen or bother you. Some serious side effects, which mean immediate doctor consultation is required, include unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, or vision changes. It is advised to perform yoga or avoid caffeinated products or alcohol while on treatment.
Before taking Femoston Conti 1mg/5mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation, or have diabetes or stroke. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. It might increase the risk of breast cancer; hence, regular breast examination is recommended.