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Estogen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Urethritis, Vaginal atrophy. Estogen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Estogen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Estogen are Weight gain, Metrorrhagia, Edema. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Estogen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Estogen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Estogen is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Estogen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Estogen related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like High Blood Pressure, Blood Clotting Disorders, Thrombophlebitis must refrain from the use of Estogen since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Estogen contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Estogen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Estogen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Estogen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Estogen safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Estogen. If you are pregnant, do not take Estogen without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Estogen safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Estogen. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Estogen on the Kidneys?
Estogen can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Estogen on the Liver?
Estogen is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Estogen on the Heart?
Estogen can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Estogen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Estogen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Estogen habit forming or addictive?
Estogen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Estogen since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Estogen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Estogen for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Estogen
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Estogen, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Estogen
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Estogen with alcohol will be.
Yes, Estogen might cause depression in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind this is unknown.
Yes, Estogen can cause hair loss. It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause behind is unknown. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug, then do discuss it with your doctor.
Estogen is a brand name of estradiol and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It belongs to the class of drug known as estrogen. Estogen is a prescription drug which is used for hormone replacement therapy in menopausal women. It is also used for the prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis.
The dose of Estogen may vary from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. The oral tablet of Estogen can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with cholestatic jaundice, heart diseases, and improper kidney function.
Yes, Estogen may cause spotting or intermenstrual bleeding, it has been associated with spotting but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. This might occur due to hormonal imbalance.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Estrace (estradiol)
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