Prastova SR Tablet

Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) (75mg)

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Prastova SR Tablet is used for the treatment of female infertility. It is a version of the natural female sex hormone progesterone and helps in the production and development of healthy eggs.

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Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 13 Apr 2026 | 10:23 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) (75mg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Prastova SR Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken with your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depend 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.

Common side effects of this medicine include acne, facial hair growth, oily skin, hair loss, and, occasionally, deepening of the voice. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.  You should stop taking it if you become pregnant.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation, or if you 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.

Uses of Prastova Tablet SR

Treatment of Female infertility

Benefits of Prastova Tablet SR

Treatment of Female infertility
Prastova SR Tablet contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. You may be asked to continue with this treatment for a period after becoming pregnant.

Side effects of Prastova Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Prastova

Hair loss
Oily skin
Abnormal facial hair
Acne
Voice change

How to use Prastova Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prastova SR Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Prastova Tablet SR works

Prastova SR Tablet is a hormonal medication. It gets converted into sex hormones in the body, which are essential for the production and development of healthy eggs. Thus, it helps treat female infertility.

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Quick tips

Prastova SR Tablet is used in the treatment of female infertility.
It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
You may experience side effects like acne, hot flashes, and weight gain. Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
Inform your doctor if have a history of stroke, blood clot, or circulation problems.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Prastova SR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prastova SR Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Prastova SR Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Prastova SR Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Prastova SR Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Prastova SR Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Prastova with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Tamoxifen (Oral Route)

Do not consume Tamoxifen with Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor. Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) may reduce the efficacy of Tamoxifen.

Severe

Letrozole (Oral Route)

Do not consume Letrozole with Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized) if you have or had breast cancer. If essential, consult your doctor.

Severe

Darunavir (Oral Route)

It is recommended to use barrier methods (like condoms), IUDs, or a depot for contraception. Your doctor may monitor your treatment closely and adjust the doses as per the observations. Use barrier methods (like condoms) for contraception to reduce the risk of HIV infection.

Severe

Mycophenolate mofetil (Oral Route)

Effective contraception must be used before, during, and for at least 6 weeks after stopping Mycophenolate mofetil. It is recommended to consult your doctor. Mycophenolate mofetil may reduce the efficacy of Dehydroepiandrosterone (Micronized).

Severe

Perampanel (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can Prastova SR Tablet be taken while I am pregnant?

No, you should not take Prastova SR Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine as it can affect the fetus in the womb.

Is Prastova SR Tablet used in assisted reproduction or patients with infertility?

Yes, Prastova SR Tablet can be used in patients of infertility to assist in in vitro fertilization (IVF). It serves as precursors of male and female sex hormones (testosterone and estrogen, respectively). The use of Prastova SR Tablet can be helpful in women with diminished ovarian functionality (lower count or quality of the eggs).

Can Prastova SR Tablet be used to improve bone strength in osteoporosis?

Prastova SR Tablet has been shown to improve bone density and prevent osteoporosis. Hence, it can be useful in cases of osteoporosis, particularly in post-menopausal women. Do not start taking this medication for improving bone health. Contact your doctor first who will evaluate your condition before starting this medication.

What is Micronization of Prastova SR Tablet? Does it have any advantages?

Micronization of a particular substance means transforming the compound into very small particles by various methods. On Micronization, the particle size gets smaller which helps in easy dissolution of the medication. This helps in faster and complete absorption of Prastova SR Tablet. As a result of Micronization the effectiveness of the medication increases.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Natural steroid hormones

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GYNAECOLOGICAL

Action Class

Androgens

Related lab tests

Anti Mullerian Hormone

Glycosylated Hemoglobin

Testosterone Total

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 366-67.
DailyMed. Dehydroepiandrosterone, pregnenolone, progesterone. [Accessed 12 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
CiplaMed. Dehydroepiandrosterone [Prescribing Information]. 2022. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
Micronized Dehydroepiandrosterone [Product Data]. Pittsburgh, PA: Douglas Laboratories; 2015. [Accessed 11 Mar. 2026] (online) Availabe from:

User feedback

Patients taking Prastova SR Tablet

Once A Day

100%

What are you using Prastova Tablet SR for?

Others

67%

Male hypogonadism

17%

Female infertility

17%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

42%

Excellent

33%

Average

25%

What were the side-effects while using Prastova SR Tablet?

Prostate enlargement

100%

How do you take Prastova Tablet SR?

With food

100%

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Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Prastova Tablet SR

Benefits of Prastova Tablet SR

Side effects of Prastova Tablet SR

How to use Prastova Tablet SR

How Prastova Tablet SR works

All substitutes for Prastova SR Tablet

Ovisterone SR Tablet

Oviserv-SR Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Tamoxifen (Oral Route)

Letrozole (Oral Route)

Darunavir (Oral Route)

Mycophenolate mofetil (Oral Route)

Perampanel (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Can Prastova SR Tablet be taken while I am pregnant?

Is Prastova SR Tablet used in assisted reproduction or patients with infertility?

Can Prastova SR Tablet be used to improve bone strength in osteoporosis?

What is Micronization of Prastova SR Tablet? Does it have any advantages?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Anti Mullerian Hormone

Glycosylated Hemoglobin

Testosterone Total

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

References

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