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Alternatives to Delestrogen
Delestrogen is not the only available method of relieving menopausal symptoms. Other options include:- Coping strategies (such as wearing lighter clothes for hot flashes or using a vaginal lubricant for dryness)
- Other medications, such as other estrogens or combinations of estrogens with progestins
- Natural remedies, including herbal supplements and "bioidentical" hormone replacement.
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What If I Take an Overdose?
People who take too much Delestrogen may experience the following symptoms:- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Vaginal bleeding.
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Storage Methods
Delestrogen should be stored at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep this and all other medications out of the reach of children.What If I Miss a Dose of Delestrogen?
If you are late for a dose, simply contact your healthcare provider to schedule your next injection as soon as possible.- Delestrogen 10 mg/mL -- 5 mL vials, with 10 mg of estradiol valerate per mL
- Delestrogen 20 mg/mL -- 5 mL vials, with 20 mg of estradiol valerate per mL
- Delestrogen 40 mg/mL -- 5 mL vials, with 40 mg of estradiol valerate per mL.