What is estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]
Treating certain conditions caused by menopause. It is used to prevent osteoporosis (weak bones) in women who have been through menopause. It is also used for estrogen replacement therapy in certain conditions where the body does not make enough estrogen. Estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] is a female hormone. It works by replacing natural estrogens in a woman who can no longer produce enough estrogen.
Important safety information:
estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] may cause dark skin patches on your face. Exposure to the sun may make these patches darker and you may need to avoid prolonged sun exposure and sunlamps. Consult your doctor regarding the use of sunscreens and protective clothing.
estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] may increase the risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, high blood pressure, or similar problems. The risk may be greater if you smoke.
Contact your health care provider if vaginal bleeding of unknown cause occurs. This could be a sign of a serious condition requiring immediate medical attention.
Contact your health care provider if vaginal discomfort occurs or if you suspect you have developed an infection while taking estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen].
Follow your doctor's instructions for examining your breasts, and report any lumps immediately.
If you wear contact lenses and you develop problems with them, contact your doctor.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
If you will be having surgery or will be confined to a chair or bed for a long period of time (eg, a long plane flight, bedrest), notify your doctor beforehand. You may need to stop estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] 4 to 6 weeks beforehand as directed by your doctor.
If you are taking estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] to prevent osteoporosis, nonprescription therapy to help prevent bone loss includes a weight-bearing exercise plan, as well as adequate daily calcium and vitamin D intake. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen].
Diabetes patients - estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Lab tests, including blood pressure measurements, blood hormone levels, and liver function, may be performed to monitor your condition or check for side effects. You should have regular complete physical examinations, including blood pressure measurements, Pap tests (for vaginal cancer), and yearly breast and pelvic examinations. You should also have periodic mammograms as determined by your doctor. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] if you are pregnant. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen], check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Breast tenderness or enlargement; changes in sex drive; hair loss; headache; nausea; stomach cramps, bloating, or upset.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); abnormal vaginal bleeding (eg, spotting, breakthrough bleeding, prolonged bleeding); breast lumps or pain; calf or leg pain, redness, swelling, tenderness, or warmth; changes in vision (eg, double vision, loss of vision); chest pain; coughing up blood; dizziness; fainting; mental or mood changes (eg, depression); migraine; new or worsening seizures; nipple discharge; pain, swelling, or tenderness in the stomach; severe or persistent headache; sudden shortness of breath; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; symptoms of a heart attack (eg, chest, jaw, or left arm pain; numbness of an arm or leg; sudden, severe headache or vomiting; vision changes); symptoms of a stroke (eg, confusion, one-sided weakness, slurred speech, vision changes); unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Can Estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]?
Use estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Take estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while you are taking estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] may increase the amount of estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] in your blood, which may increase your risk for side effects. Talk with your doctor before including grapefruit or grapefruit juice in your diet.
If you miss a dose of estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen], take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen].
Who should not take estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]?
Some medical conditions may interact with estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if a family member has a history of breast cancer or blood clots
if you have had yellowing of the eyes or skin during pregnancy or with past estrogen use
if you have high or low blood calcium levels or a history of asthma, a certain blood disorder (porphyria), diabetes, eye or vision problems, gallbladder disease, pancreas inflammation (pancreatitis), heart problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or triglyceride levels, kidney problems, a certain type of liver growth (hemangioma), mental or mood problems (eg, depression), thyroid problems, or migraine headaches
if you have a history of breast lumps or an abnormal mammogram, endometriosis, cancer (eg, ovarian), fluid-retention or swelling (edema), lupus, or seizures (epilepsy)
if you smoke or use other tobacco products, are overweight, you still have a uterus, or you will be having surgery or will be on bedrest
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen]
Clarithromycin, erythromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, or ritonavir because they may increase the risk of estropipate's side effects
Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital), carbamazepine, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), rifamycins (eg, rifampin), or St. John's wort because they may decrease estropipate's effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Estropipate 1.5 MG/ML Vaginal Cream [Ogen] be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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