Review the side-effects of Estrogen as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Genitourinary - Breast pain or tenderness, change in sexual desire, vaginal discharge, swelling, redness, burning, itching and irritation of the vagina.
Gastrointestinal - Stomach upset, vomiting, heartburn, constipation, diarrhea and gas.
Central Nervous System - Nervousness, depression, dizziness, tight muscles, weakness, tingling and movement disorders.
Metabolic - Weight gain or loss and loss of appetite.
Skin - Hair loss, unwanted hair growth and darkening of the skin.
Musculoskeletal - Leg cramps and joint pain.
Allergic Reactions - Rash, blisters, hives, itching, swelling of the eyes, face, tongue, throat, hands, arms, feet, ankles or lower legs, hoarseness, difficulty in breathing or swallowing.
Miscellaneous - Sore throat, fever, chills, cough and other signs of infection.
Cenestin, Enjuvia, Estratab, Menest, Premarin
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Genitourinary - Breast pain or tenderness, change in sexual desire, vaginal discharge, swelling, redness, burning, itching and irritation of the vagina.
Gastrointestinal - Stomach upset, vomiting, heartburn, constipation, diarrhea and gas.
Central Nervous System - Nervousness, depression, dizziness, tight muscles, weakness, tingling and movement disorders.
Metabolic - Weight gain or loss and loss of appetite.
Skin - Hair loss, unwanted hair growth and darkening of the skin.
Musculoskeletal - Leg cramps and joint pain.
Allergic Reactions - Rash, blisters, hives, itching, swelling of the eyes, face, tongue, throat, hands, arms, feet, ankles or lower legs, hoarseness, difficulty in breathing or swallowing.
Miscellaneous - Sore throat, fever, chills, cough and other signs of infection.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Estrogen
Estrogen(Cenestin) generic is a female sex hormone, prescribed for severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause, ovarian failure, osteoporosis, uterine bleeding, delayed puberty and prostate cancer.Brand Names or Trade Names of Estrogen
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Cenestin, Enjuvia, Estratab, Menest, Premarin