Esterified Estrogens And Methyltestosterone
Generic Name: esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone
Brand Names:
Esterified Estrogens And Methyltestosterone
Esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone tablets contain 1.25 mg esterified estrogens and 2.5 mg methyltestosterone (full strength), or 0.625 mg and 1.25 mg respectively (half strength).
Overview
Esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone tablets contain 1.25 mg esterified estrogens and 2.5 mg methyltestosterone (full strength), or 0.625 mg and 1.25 mg respectively (half strength).
Uses
Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause in patients not improved by estrogens alone.
Dosage
One tablet of full-strength or one to two of half-strength daily, given cyclically (three weeks on, one week off). Use lowest effective dose for shortest duration.
Side Effects
Common: headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding, abdominal cramps, nausea. Serious: breast cancer, uterine cancer, stroke, heart attack, blood clots, dementia, gallbladder disease.
Interactions
Androgen interactions: anticoagulants require close monitoring; oxyphenbutazone may elevate; insulin requirements may decrease in diabetics.
Warnings
Estrogens increase the risk of endometrial cancer requiring clinical surveillance. Estrogens with or without progestins should not be used for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Contraindicated with undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, breast cancer history, active blood clots, recent arterial disease, liver dysfunction.
Pregnancy
Should not be used during pregnancy as medication may cause severe fetal harm and virilization of female fetuses. Estrogens pass into breast milk and may decrease milk quality.
Storage
Store at 20-25C (68-77F); excursions allowed to 15-30C (59-86F). Keep out of children's reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esterified Estrogens And Methyltestosterone used for?▼
Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause in patients not improved by estrogens alone.
What are the side effects of Esterified Estrogens And Methyltestosterone?▼
Common: headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding, abdominal cramps, nausea. Serious: breast cancer, uterine cancer, stroke, heart attack, blood clots, dementia, gallbladder disease.
Can I take Esterified Estrogens And Methyltestosterone during pregnancy?▼
Should not be used during pregnancy as medication may cause severe fetal harm and virilization of female fetuses. Estrogens pass into breast milk and may decrease milk quality.
What are the important warnings for Esterified Estrogens And Methyltestosterone?▼
Estrogens increase the risk of endometrial cancer requiring clinical surveillance. Estrogens with or without progestins should not be used for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Contraindicated with undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, breast cancer history, active blood clots, recent arterial disease, liver dysfunction.
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