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 Estradiol is used to treat menopausal symptoms such as ‘vaginal atrophy’ (dryness or irritation of vagina) in elderly women's who have passed the stage of menopause, treatment for hypogonadism, castration, or primary ovarian failure-related hypoestrogenism and preventing osteoporosis after menopause.

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Take estradiol tablets exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not adjust the dosage or frequency without consulting your doctor. Take your estradiol tablets at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of hormone in your body. Swallow the estradiol tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet, as this may affect its effectiveness or increase the risk of side effects.

For the application of gel make sure that the application area is clean, dry and there is no broken skin. Wash your hands properly after using the estradiol. Contact your doctor if you have any doubts.

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Warnings

It is not recommended to use estradiol if you are allergic to the active compound estradiol and its constituents. It is not advised to use estradiol if you have breast cancer or any type of cancer that is oestrogen receptor sensitive. It is not recommended to use estradiol if you have a clotting disorder or blood clot in veins (lungs or legs) and  unexplained vaginal bleeding

It is not advised to consume estradiol if you have a heart attack, stroke, angina or abnormal liver function tests. It is not given to patients with a rare inherited blood disorder called porphyria.

Precautions

The risk of gallbladder disease is elevated by estrogen intake. Stop using estrogen if you experience cholestatic jaundice, severe hypertriglyceridemia, severe hypercalcemia, or vision loss. It is advised to keep an eye on women receiving thyroid replacement treatment. 

Inform your doctor if you have vaginal bleeding, heart, kidney, lung or liver problems, diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, or hearing disorder. Consult your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant or while you are breastfeeding. Speak with your doctor about your medical history to the doctor. It is necessary to inform your healthcare provider regarding all the medicines you are taking including herbal, vitamin and over the counter medicines.

Side Effects

The common side effects that are experienced while you are on the treatment with Estradiol are Headache, stomach pain, vaginal bleeding, discharge or discomfort. Some of the serious side effects may be Ovarian cancer, Blood clots, Heart attack, Breast lumps and Stroke.

Word Of Advice

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 the skin colour. Always make sure that you have washed your hand 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 history of blood clot. It is advised to regularly monitor liver function tests, thyroid tests, bone mineral density and blood pressure as treatment with estradiol can alter these values.

Frequently Asked Question

• What are the precautions I need to take while taking Estradiol?
• Inform your medical history to the doctor. It will be useful for him to treat you based on your health. Inform your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or heart disease, diabetes, gall bladder problem, asthma before starting using the medicine.

• Can I take Estradiol if I have a history of allergies to it?
• Consult your doctor if you are allergic to Estradiol or any of the ingredients before starting the medicine. 

• What happens if a pregnant woman takes Estradiol?
• It is not recommended for premenopausal women or pregnant women, as it may cause undesirable effect if it is used during the period of the pregnancy.

• Is there any possibility to have breast cancer when I use this gel? 
• Yes, the drug may cause breast cancer as a side effect. So, it is advised to examine your breast while under medication.

• How can I use estradiol gel?
• Spread the Estrogel as thinly as possible over your arm from wrist to shoulder. Never apply Estrogel directly to the breast. 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 estradiol. Contact your doctor if you have any doubts.

• Can I suddenly stop taking estradiol?
• Stopping your estradiol treatment suddenly without first talking to your doctor is not advised. When estrogen medication is abruptly stopped, withdrawal symptoms and maybe rebound effects might occur. Talk to your healthcare practitioner about stopping or altering your therapy so that a safe and gradual plan may be created.