Femoston Conti 1 mg/5 mg is a combination drug used for hormone replacement therapy. It is a mixture of female sex hormones that helps relieve symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and irritation in postmenopausal women.
Femoston Conti 1 mg/5 mg tablets should be taken with or without food, preferably at a specific time every day. This is done to ensure a constant level of medication in the body. This should be taken as medical advice. The dose and frequency of use depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much improvement you need in your symptoms. The tablets are swallowed whole with water. You must take this medication for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Nausea, headache, and chest pain are some common side effects of this medication. However, consult your doctor if you experience or worry about menstrual irregularities, such as spotting or bleeding between periods or missed periods. Some serious side effects that require immediate consultation with a doctor include unexplained swelling or pain in the limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, or vision changes. During treatment, it is recommended to practice yoga or avoid caffeinated products or alcohol.
Before taking Femoston Conti 1 mg/5 mg tablets, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, if you have ever had circulatory problems, diabetes, or a stroke. Your doctor should also know about all the other medications you take because many may make this medication less effective or change how it works. This may increase the risk of breast cancer, so regular breast screening is recommended.