Divigel is a medicated gel licensed to treat hot flashes and night sweats caused by menopause. This eMedTV resource describes how Divigel works, explains how to use the gel, and provides a list of side effects that may occur with the medication.
Blood clots, depression, and allergic reactions are rare but serious side effects of Divigel. As this eMedTV page explains, however, most Divigel side effects (such as breast tenderness) are actually mild and usually do not require medical attention.
Divigel is used for treating night sweats and hot flashes caused by menopause. This article from the eMedTV Web site further explains what the medication is used for and discusses past and present off-label Divigel uses.
Your doctor will recommend a Divigel dosage based on the severity of your menopause symptoms. As this eMedTV article explains, the usual starting Divigel dose is one 0.25 gram packet applied once daily. If needed, your doctor may increase this dosage.
Medicines that may cause Divigel drug interactions include cyclosporine, barbiturates, and St. John's wort. This eMedTV Web page provides a list of other drugs that may interact negatively with Divigel and describes the effects of these interactions.
Divigel can cause high blood pressure or high triglycerides in some women. This eMedTV article lists other potential side effects of Divigel. Warnings and precautions on who should avoid using this medication are also included in this segment.
Although a Divigel overdose is unlikely to cause serious problems, you should still seek medical attention. This eMedTV page describes the potential effects of a Divigel overdose and explains how an overdose may be treated.
There is no legitimate medical reason for a pregnant woman to use Divigel. This eMedTV segment offers more information on Divigel and pregnancy, and further explains why pregnant women should avoid this medication.
Divigel is an estrogen medication that is not recommended for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV article includes more information on Divigel and breastfeeding, and explains why women who are breastfeeding should avoid this medication.
At this time, Divigel is not available in generic form. As this eMedTV resource explains, it is not clear why companies have not chosen to manufacture generic Divigel products. It may be because a generic version is not profitable enough to make.
Besides Divigel, there are other menopause treatment options available. This page on the eMedTV site covers these Divigel alternatives in more detail and includes a list of other hormone medications that can be used to control menopause symptoms.
