E2 Gel (5 gm) (0.06%)GelSun Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. Generic : Estradiol | ₹ 10.20
0.06%/5gm
5gm |
Estradiol(Divigel Gel) generic E2 Gel (5 gm) (0.06%) is a hormone, prescribed for treating conditions due to menopause, treating vulval or vaginal atrophy, prostate cancer, and preventing osteoporosis (brittle bones). It is also used for estrogen replacement therapy after failure of the ovaries and to relieve the symptoms of breast cancer.
More Info about Estradiol
Estradiol dosage varies according to indication and route of administration.
Central Nervous System:
Headache, dizziness, sleeplessness, depression, anxiety, nervousness, migraine.
Gastrointestinal:
Abdominal distension, abdominal pain, flatulence, nausea, constipation, upset stomach , diarrhea, bleeding, toothache, tooth disorder.
Skin:
Rash, itching, inflammation of the skin, skin scar.
Heart:
Temporary loss of consciousness and posture, vein inflammation.
Genitourinary:
Abnormal bleeding during menstrual cycles, breast pain, breast tenderness, vaginal bleeding, vaginal discomfort, blood in urine, urinary incontinence.
It may be administered orally, as an intramuscular injection or applied to the skin or mucous membranes.
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity; undiagnosed vaginal bleeding; clot in blood vessels; breast cancer, estrogen-dependent tumor; disorders of certain enzymes; pregnancy.
Conditions that become more severe with estrogen include fluid retention; increase in calcium level, poor blood flow to the brain, coronary artery disease, gall bladder diseases; lipid effects; familial defects of lipoprotein metabolism.
May increase blood pressure, risk of blood clot in the vein, breast cancer, benign tumor of the liver, endometrial cancer, dementia and size of preexisting uterine fibroid.
Dosage should be reduced in liver problem and during breastfeeding.
It should not be used in children.
Monitor blood sugar level regularly, in case if you have diabetes.
Store it at room temperature.
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