Ovestin

Ovestin Vaginal Cream (Oestriol) is prescribed to women going through menopause who are suffering from vaginal dryness, discomfort, or irritation. The cream raises dwindling levels of estrogen to prevent these symptoms from occurring. This treatment may also prevent osteoporosis as a side effect. Your doctor may prescribe this medication for other unlisted conditions.

Strictly use Ovestin Vaginal Cream (Oestriol) as prescribed and follow all instructions provided by your doctor. Safe, suitable, and optimum dosage can vary and is dependent on the patient`s health and medical history, as well as the condition you are treating.

To administer the dose, use the included applicator to put the prescribed dosage of cream into the vagina. After applying the cream, thoroughly clean the applicator to prevent any contaminants or bacteria from entering your body. It is also suggested to use the cream at the same time each day to get the most efficient results by keeping a consistent level of medication in the body at all times.

Side effects of Ovestin Vaginal Cream (Oestriol) may include:

• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Upset stomach, constipation, or diarrhea
• Dark patches or freckles appearing on the facial skin
• Hair loss
• Changes in menstrual cycles

More serious side effects that need medical assistance are:

• Dizziness or faintness
• Severe headache
• Difficulty speaking
• Vision problems
• Vaginal bleeding after menopause
• Chest pain
• Arrhythmia
• Sudden numbness or fatigue
• Numbness or tingling in the extremities
• A lump in the breast
• Stomach pain or swelling
• Discoloured urine or stools
• Jaundice

Ovestin Vaginal Cream (Oestriol) should not be used in patients who are breastfeeding, pregnant, or have known or suspected breast cancer, angina, recent stroke, recent heart attack, endometrial cancer, endometrial hyperplasia, porphyrias, unexplained vaginal bleeding, or severe liver disease.

Disclose any health conditions you have that may cause complications to your doctor. These include a family history of breast cancer, obesity, heart failure, history of blood clots, history of endometrial hyperplasia, high triglyceride levels, recurrent miscarriage, history of liver disease, history of uterine fibroids, benign breast lumps, history of epilepsy, gallstones, migraines, asthma, diabetes, or reduced liver or kidney function. These can require reduced doses or other alterations to your regimen to prevent health problems from occurring.