Astanol (Allylestrenol)
Astanol (Allylestrenol) Tablet is a synthetic progesterone derivative that is used in the treatment of recurrent miscarriages (pregnancy loss) and premature labor.Astanol 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms.
Astanol 5mg Tablet is a synthetic progesterone derivative that is used in the treatment of recurrent miscarriages (pregnancy loss) and premature labor.
Astanol 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not miss even a single dose, if in any case, you missed dose, take it as soon as you remember or better to skip the missed dose and continue with regular dosing.
The most common side effects of this medicine include edema (swelling), bloating, headache, depression, fatigue, altered libido, irregular menstrual cycle, gastrointestinal disturbances, and excessive hair growth. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, or incomplete abortion, or have heart disease or kidney problems. 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.
Uses of Astanol Tablet
- Treatment of Premature Labor
- Treatment of Recurrent miscarriage
Benefits of Astanol Tablet
In Treatment of Premature Labor
In Treatment of Recurrent miscarriage
Side effects of Astanol Tablet
Common side effects of Astanol
- Edema (swelling)
- Bloating
- Depression
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Altered libido
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Excessive hair growth on face
How to use Astanol Tablet
How Astanol Tablet works
| Equivalent Brand | Astanol |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Allylestrenol |
| Indication | used to prevent premature labor and Recurrent miscarriage |
| Strength | 5mg |
| Manufacturer | Rekvina Laboratories Ltd |
| Packaging | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
| Pharmaceutical Form | tablets |
| Size | 30 tablets, 60 tablets, 90 tablets |





