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Oestrogel Gel

Salt Composition: ESTRADIOL

₹531.00₹680.63

Inclusive of all taxes

Categories: Gynaecology

Conditions: Women's Health

Product Introduction

Oestrogel gel is a vaginal hormone replacement therapy containing estradiol, an oestrogen used to treat menopausal symptoms including vaginal atrophy (dryness or irritation of the vagina) in women who have completed menopause.

Patients allergic to estradiol or any ingredient in Oestrogel gel should inform their doctor before use. Inform your doctor if you have vaginal bleeding, heart, kidney, lung or liver problems, diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, or hearing disorder. Inform your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Discuss your complete medical history with your doctor to ensure appropriate treatment based on your individual health status.

Uses

Relieve menopausal symptoms of 'vaginal atrophy' (in the vagina such as dryness or irritation)

How it works

Menopausal symptoms are caused by a drop in estrogen levels in a woman's body. Oestrogel gel replaces estrogen (female sex hormone) and prevents the symptoms of menopause, like vaginal irritation or dryness.

How to Use

Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Make sure that the application area is clean, dry and there is no broken skin. Wash your hands properly after using the Oestrogel gel. Contact your doctor if you have any doubts.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Headache Stomach pain Vaginal bleeding Discharge or discomfort.

Expert Tips

It is recommended to examine your breast (mammogram) to avoid the risk of breast cancer caused by the drug and inform your doctor if you have any changes in skin color. Always make sure that you have washed your hands before and after the use of the gel. Don't apply it on your breast, eye, or other part of the body apart from the application site. Inform your doctor if you have uterus cancer or a history of blood clots.

References

  1. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Europe B.V., Electronics Medicines Compendium (EMC), [ Revised on Feb 2022], [ Accessed on Sep 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/14394/pil
  2. Pfizer Inc. US Food and Drug administration, [Revised on December 2004], [Accessed on Sep 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2005/085470s015lbl.pdf
  3. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Androgens and drugs for erectile dysfunction, 7th edition, 2013, 296-300.

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Make sure that the application area is clean, dry and there is no broken skin. Wash your hands properly after using the Oestrogel gel. Contact your doctor if you have any doubts.

Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Oestrogel gel is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor before using it. Seek your doctor for more information.

Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS