Estogel is a female hormone that is identical to estrogen. This is a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that is used to treat symptoms associated with menopause. This topical preparation helps to treat hot flush, vaginal burning, dryness, and itching cause due to lack of estrogen.
Use Estogel in the exact way as instructed by your doctor or mentioned on the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Even if your symptoms improve, you should continue the treatment as it has been prescribed. Do not stop using the medicine until the full course is completed.
You may experience irritation or itching at the initial phase of using the medicine. This usually goes away if you continue using it. You may also get pain in your abdomen, a genital rash, headache, and vaginal thrush (candidiasis). Tell your doctor if you have bleeding in your vagina. Your doctor may give you an alternative medicine.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding or if you have ever had a blood clot in your legs or your lungs. Once you have started using this medicine you should have regular check-ups to discuss the benefits of your treatment. It should not interact with any other medicines but it is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Hormone replacement therapy
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Estogel contains a medication called estrogen (female sex hormone). It works by replacing estrogen that is normally produced by the body.
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Estogel is used to relieve vaginal dryness, itching or irritation associated with menopause.
Use the applicator provided to insert a measured dose of cream into your vagina before going to bed.
It works locally in the vagina therefore, side effects are rare.
It may damage condoms and diaphragms and reduce their effectiveness. Use a non-hormonal method of contraception.
Q. What is Estogel and what is it used for?
Estogel contains a medicine called Estradiol which is a form of female sex hormone, estrogen. It is used after menopause to reduce moderate to severe hot flushes caused due to lack of estrogen.
Q. How to use Estogel?
Your doctor usually prescribes the lowest possible dose of Estogel. This medicine is applied to an unbroken, clean, and dry skin. Allow the skin to dry completely before covering with a cloth. Wash your hands with soap and water after applying this medicine. Use this medicine only as advised by your doctor. Do not use more than you have been advised.
Q. What if I forget to use Estogel?
You may apply the missed dose as soon as you remember unless you are not 12 hours late. If you are more than 12 hours late, then skip the missed dose and follow the usual dosing schedule.
Q. What are the common side effects of using Estogel?
The common side effects of using Estogel are headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor.
In Hormone replacement therapy
Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years, this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. Estrogen is one of two important hormones (the other is progesterone) used in this treatment. Vaginal tablets and creams are an easy way to deliver hormones but may not treat all the symptoms. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Bloating
Vaginal spotting
Upper respiratory tract infection
Fungal infection of vagina
Common cold
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:UNSAFE
Estogel is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding:UNSAFE
Estogel is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
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