Activella is a hormone replacement therapy medication available by prescription. This eMedTV article explains what the drug is used for, offers dosing information, and lists potential side effects that may occur during treatment.
Common Activella side effects include nausea, sinus infection, and vaginal bleeding. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible side effects of Activella, including rare but serious problems that require medical attention, such as strokes or dementia.
Contrary to popular belief, Activella probably does not cause weight gain for most women. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides more information on Activella and weight gain, and offers helpful suggestions on controlling your weight.
Activella is used for treating menopause symptoms and preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV resource discusses these Activella uses in more detail and explains how the drug works for these conditions.
The Activella dosage you are prescribed will depend on certain factors, such as your response to the drug. This eMedTV article discusses Activella dosing in more detail and provides helpful tips for how and when to take the medication.
Cyclosporine, barbiturates, and grapefruit juice may interact negatively with Activella. This eMedTV page lists other products that may cause Activella drug interactions and explains what can happen when certain substances are taken with Activella.
Before using Activella, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, cancer, or asthma. This eMedTV page lists other conditions to tell your doctor about before starting Activella. Warnings and precautions on who should not use the drug are included.
An Activella (estradiol/norethindrone) overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding. This eMedTV resource further describes the possible effects of an Activella overdose and explains whether an overdose is likely to be dangerous.
Activella (estradiol/norethindrone) is not approved for use in pregnant women. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers more information on Activella and pregnancy, and explains why the drug is not approved for pregnant women.
The hormones in Activella (estradiol/norethindrone) may reduce the quality and quantity of breast milk. This eMedTV article offers more details on Activella and breastfeeding, and explains why it is recommended that nursing women avoid the drug.
Activella (estradiol/norethindrone) is currently available in generic form. This selection from the eMedTV archives gives an overview of generic Activella, including information on who manufactures it and how it compares to brand-name Activella.
Activella (estradiol/norethindrone) alternatives are available if the drug does not work for you. As this eMedTV page explains, Activella alternatives may include other hormone replacement therapy medications, natural remedies, and coping strategies.
