Estrogens, Conjugated
Generic Name: estrogens, conjugated
Brand Names:
Conjugated Estrogens
Conjugated Estrogens Tablets contain a mixture of estrogen salts derived from natural sources, available in strengths of 0.3, 0.45, 0.625, 0.9, and 1.25 mg for oral administration.
Overview
Conjugated Estrogens Tablets contain a mixture of estrogen salts derived from natural sources, available in strengths of 0.3, 0.45, 0.625, 0.9, and 1.25 mg for oral administration.
Uses
Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms and vulvar/vaginal atrophy due to menopause; hypoestrogenism; metastatic breast cancer and androgen-dependent prostate cancer palliation; postmenopausal osteoporosis prevention.
Dosage
Use of estrogen-alone, or in combination with a progestin, should be with the lowest effective dose and for the shortest duration. Starting dose typically 0.3 mg daily; may be given continuously or cyclically.
Side Effects
Most common adverse reactions (5% or greater) include abdominal pain, asthenia, back pain, headache, flatulence, nausea, depression, insomnia, breast pain, endometrial hyperplasia, leukorrhea, and vaginal hemorrhage.
Interactions
Inducers of CYP3A4, such as St. John's Wort, phenobarbital, and rifampin, may reduce plasma concentrations of estrogens. Inhibitors like erythromycin may increase concentrations.
Warnings
WARNING: ENDOMETRIAL CANCER, CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS, BREAST CANCER and PROBABLE DEMENTIA. Estrogen-alone increases endometrial cancer and stroke risk. Estrogens increase the risk of gallbladder disease. Contraindicated with undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding, breast cancer history, estrogen-dependent neoplasia, active/prior DVT, PE, stroke, or MI, hepatic impairment.
Pregnancy
Conjugated Estrogens Tablets are not indicated for use during pregnancy. Estrogens present in breast milk can reduce milk production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrogens, Conjugated used for?▼
Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms and vulvar/vaginal atrophy due to menopause; hypoestrogenism; metastatic breast cancer and androgen-dependent prostate cancer palliation; postmenopausal osteoporosis prevention.
What are the side effects of Estrogens, Conjugated?▼
Most common adverse reactions (5% or greater) include abdominal pain, asthenia, back pain, headache, flatulence, nausea, depression, insomnia, breast pain, endometrial hyperplasia, leukorrhea, and vaginal hemorrhage.
Can I take Estrogens, Conjugated during pregnancy?▼
Conjugated Estrogens Tablets are not indicated for use during pregnancy. Estrogens present in breast milk can reduce milk production.
What are the important warnings for Estrogens, Conjugated?▼
WARNING: ENDOMETRIAL CANCER, CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS, BREAST CANCER and PROBABLE DEMENTIA. Estrogen-alone increases endometrial cancer and stroke risk. Estrogens increase the risk of gallbladder disease. Contraindicated with undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding, breast cancer history, estrogen-dependent neoplasia, active/prior DVT, PE, stroke, or MI, hepatic impairment.
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