Estrofem


Drug Name:

Beta-Estradiol 2mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Estrofem

Details


Beta-Estradiol2 mg tablets available by brand name Estrofem 2 mg tablets area female sex hormone which is produced by the ovaries.

Uses:

Estrofem2 mg tablets work as a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to treat hormone borne diseases in women. Its various uses are:

  • For the treatment of post menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes or dry vagina.
  • For the treatment of vaginal atrophy.
  • For treating the side effects caused by low estrogen levels in the body.
  • For the treatment of infertility.
  • For treating the symptoms of osteoporosis.
  • In the treatment of end stage breast cancer/ prostate cancer.
  • For oophorectomy.

 

Dosage:

Take one tablet of Estrofem 2 mg tablets daily. It is recommended to take it on the same time. Do not chew or crush the tablet. Swallow it as whole with water.

 

Side effects:

Side effects caused by Beta-Estradiol 2 mg tablets vary from being major to minor.

  • Tender breast
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Pain in breast
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Back pain
  • Vaginal bleeding
  • Swelling in face, lips, hands and feet
  • Shortness of breath
  • Nipple discharge
  • Pain while swallowing
  • Inverted nipples
  • Colour change of breast

 

Precautions and measures:

Patients taking Beta-Estradiol 2 mg tablets do not experience any serious side effects. But precaution s should always be taken such as:

  • Before starting the treatment let your doctor know if you are allergic to the medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you suffer vaginal bleeding as the drug may cause more damage.
  • Inform your doctor if you had/have any heart or blood vessel disorders such as heart attack or blood clot.
  • The medicine is only recommended for the patients who have end stage breast cancer. All other stages must not be treated with this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver disorder.
  • Inform your doctor if you have migraine as the drug may elevate headache.
  • The medicine is not recommended if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

 

Benefits:

Various benefits of Beta-Estradiol 2 mg tablets are:

  • Effective in treating symptoms of post menopause.
  • Effective in regulating the levels of estrogen in the body.
  • Enhance your mood.
  • Easy to store.

 

Storage:

  • Estrofem 2 mg tablets should be stored at room temperature (25-30 degree centigrade), in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep it away from children.

Do not use if expired.