Drug Uses

Estradiol is a medicament used for reducing moderate and severe menopausal symptoms, treat vulval and vaginal atrophy, certain cancers in special situations and to prevent bone thinning.

How Taken

You should consult your doctor if you still need estrogens every six months.

Warnings/Precautions

Estradiol may cause defects to an unborn baby, and shouldn't be used while pregnant.

Missed Dose

Missed dose should be taken as soon as remembered, unless it's about time for next dose. If so next scheduled dose should be taken, and doses shouldn't be doubled to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

Estradiol may cause nausea and vomiting, breast tenderness or enlargement, enlargement of benign tumors, retention of excess fluid (this may worsen conditions such as asthma, epilepsy, migraine, heart disease, or kidney disease), a spotty darken of the skin, particularly on the face.

Storage

Estradiol should be kept away from children, at temperatures of 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F).

Overdose

When suspecting overdose contact with doctor, hospital or poison center is needed.

More Information

You should discuss with your doctor all possible effects of long term estrogen and progestin treatment, as possible risks and benefits vary from person to person.

Disclaimer

Information presented on this page is for informational purposes only. This information doesn't cover all interactions, precautions or adverse effects of treatment with this medicament. We disclaim all responsibility for any consequences, which may arise while taking this drug without proper consultation with doctor or pharmacist. We give no warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.