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Can Gynest estriol cream be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Gynest estriol cream is not indicated during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and treatment should be withdrawn immediately if pregnancy occurs during use.

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Gynest 0.01% w/w CreamMarlborough Pharmaceuticals Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 3Document updated 13 September 2021

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