ESTROGENS, CONJUGATED

This medication is a female hormone.

It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness).

Estrogens, either used alone or with another hormone (progestin), have rarely caused very serious side effects. Discuss the risks and benefits of hormone treatment with your doctor. Estrogens should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia.

Side effects include stomach upset, nausea/vomiting, bloating, breast tenderness, headache, and change in weight. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Precautions

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies before taking this medication. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

 

Interactions

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call emergency hotline. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe nausea/vomiting, unusual vaginal bleeding.

 

Available brands:

  • Premarin
  • Premelle 2.5
  • Premelle Cycle 5

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