Vagifem (Estradiol)

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Vagifem (Estradiol) is typically used once daily. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. Insert tablet with supplied applicator at the same time each day. Once inserted, press plunger until fully depressed, then remove applicator and discard. If tablet comes out of applicator prior to insertion, do not replace, use a new tablet filled applicator instead (if the tablet has fallen out of applicator but still remains in the package, it can be reinserted in the applicator for use). Local abrasion caused by the vaginal applicator has been reported in patients with severely atrophic vaginal mucosa.
WARNING: This medication should be used at the lowest dose that relieves your menopausal symptoms for the shortest time period possible. You should not use estrogens with or without progestins (other hormonal agents) to prevent heart disease, heart attacks, or strokes. Some women taking Vagifem (Estradiol) have reported increased blood pressure. Your doctor should monitor your blood pressure if you are using estrogen, especially if high doses are used. Estrogens can cause changes in blood glucose (blood sugar) control for people who have diabetes or have risk factors for developing diabetes. Use with caution. In addition to its desired action, Vagifem (Estradiol) may cause some side effects, notably:
It may cause headaches, hot flushes, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea It may cause vaginal pain, vaginal bleeding, urinary tract infection, back pain It my cause upper respiratory tract infections (coughing, runny nose, sneezing and throat pain), flu-like symptoms Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to estradiol or any component of the formulation. Do not use if you: are breastfeeding, are or may be pregnant, have a metabolic condition known as porphyria, have active liver disease or liver dysfunction, with abnormal liver function test results, have active thrombophlebitis (inflammation of a vein leading to a blood clot), have had blood clotting problems caused by the use of estrogen, have known or suspected estrogen-dependent cancer such as breast or endometrial cancer or a history of any of these cancers, have or has had blood clots in the legs, lungs, heart, or brain, have overgrowth of the lining of the uterus (endometrial hyperplasia), have partial or complete loss of vision due to blood vessel disease of the eyes, or have unusual vaginal bleeding. Taking Vagifem (Estradiol) during pregnancy is contraindicated and harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Vagifem (Estradiol) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Vagifem (Estradiol)