Progynova, Estradiol

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Progynova (Estradiol Valerate) is prescribed to help alleviate the symptoms of menopause. It can also be prescribed to prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis in women who are at high risk of fractures.

US Brand Name

Progynova

Generic Name

Estradiol Valerate

Other Brand Name

Progynova

Packing

28, 56, 84

Manufacturer

Zydus, German Remedies, Bayer

Form

Tablet

Strength

1 mg, 2 mg

Country

India, EU

1 mg 28 tablets USD $11.00

2 mg 28 tablets USD $17.00

2 mg 84 tablets USD $40.00

2 mg 56 tablets USD $27.00

Ethinyl Estradiol

Uses

Progynova is used for contraception, it is also used in the treatment of post menopausal osteoporosis, prostate cancer, hormone replacement therapy (hrt) and failure of ovarian development.

How it Works

Ethinyl estradiol is known as an estrogen. Progynova is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring hormone in the body and it helps in development and maintenance of menstrual cycle. In post-menopausal women, Progynova works by reducing the post-menopausal symptoms and risk of weakening bones and bone fracture.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Ethinyl estradiol may suffer from such side effects;

Headache,
Nausea,
Mood changes,
Change in body weight,
Abdominal pain,
Breast enlargement,
Metrorrhagia,
Breast tenderness,
Edema,
Fibroid,
Sexual dysfunction

Introduction

Progynova, Estradiol is a tablet form of the hormone called estrogen that is taken usually as a replacement therapy after experiencing menopause. It is a drug that is helpful in relieving problems faced by women after their regular menstrual cycle stops. Symptoms like hot flushes, dizziness, headaches, or dryness and burning sensation of the vagina are treatable with the use of this tablet form of estrogen. It can be safely used by many women under the proper guidance of a gynaecologist or a physician.

Use

Natural hormone replacement therapy is the most common indication for this drug. After the menstrual cycle stops, patients will suffer from symptoms like dizziness, irritability, hot flushes, sleep disturbance, vaginal dryness, or urinary problems. To counter such symptoms, this drug is usually prescribed by the doctor. The drug acts like the natural estrogen for which it has many beneficial effects.

Dosage and administration

The tablet form of the drug is available in dosages of 1 mg or 2 mg, which can be taken by patients as prescribed by the physician. Generally, it is taken orally with water or milk, after a meal, at a dosage of 2 mg once per day. The tablet should be swallowed whole with milk or water. Do not chew the tablet. Usually, this drug should be taken in the long term under the proper advice of a physician to reduce the post-menopausal symptoms. If required, the dosage can be reduced to the 1 mg tablet, once per day.

Warning

Long term use of the tablet may cause endometrial cancer and breast cancer. Patients on such hormone tablets are advised to have medical screenings for such conditions on a regular basis.
Patients with coronary heart disease or liver problems are not advised to take this drug.
Pregnant or breast feeding women should not be taking this drug.
Consult your doctor and stop taking this drug immediately if you feel any allergic reactions or any side effects.

Side effects

Since the drug contains derivatives similar to natural estrogen, it may cause some side effects in some patients. Side effects should not be ignored and must be reported to the doctor immediately for proper solutions or alternatives. Initially, some patients may experience side effect symptoms when taking the drug, however, such symptoms will be resolved in the long term. It is always best to seek advice from your physician when experiencing discomfort or when in doubt. Some common side effects include,

Breast tenderness
Gastrointestinal disorders
Vomiting
Skin irritation or rashes
Subcutaneous tissue disorders
Dysmenorrhoea
Fatigue
Dizziness
Body weight changes
Changes in appetite
Changes in libido

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Rated: 4.8 / 5 based on 4.8 customer reviews.

Posted by Eckert on Aug 22, 2018

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