EstroGel is a prescription hormone replacement medication used to treat menopausal symptoms. This eMedTV page explains how EstroGel is applied to the skin to treat hot flashes and vaginal symptoms. This page also covers dosing tips and side effects.
Some of the most common EstroGel side effects include headaches, breast pain, and vaginal infections. This eMedTV segment lists other possible side effects of EstroGel, including rare but serious problems that require immediate medical attention.
EstroGel may cause weight gain. This page from the eMedTV Web library further discusses the possible link between EstroGel and weight gain, and provides a list of suggestions on how to avoid weight gain while using this medication.
EstroGel is used for treating certain menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal problems. This eMedTV Web resource discusses these EstroGel uses in more detail. This page also explains how there are no legitimate off-label EstroGel uses.
The standard EstroGel dosage is one pump of gel applied to both the inner and outer arm once daily. This eMedTV Web page discusses EstroGel dosing in more detail and provides several tips for when and how to use this medication.
Some seizure medications, thyroid medicines, and antibiotics may interact with EstroGel. This page from the eMedTV Web library lists other medications that may cause EstroGel drug interactions and describes the complications that can occur.
You should not use EstroGel if you have certain health conditions, such as liver disease. This eMedTV page lists other important EstroGel warnings and precautions to be aware of, including what to tell your doctor before taking the drug.
An EstroGel overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding. This selection from the eMedTV Web library further describes the possible effects of an EstroGel overdose and explains why you should seek immediate medical care.
Pregnant women should not use EstroGel. This portion of the eMedTV Web archives offers more information on EstroGel and pregnancy, and explains why there is no legitimate, medical reason for pregnant women to use this medication.
As this eMedTV resource explains, the estrogen in EstroGel does pass through breast milk. This page offers more details on EstroGel and breastfeeding, explaining why it is not typically recommended for breastfeeding women to use this medication.
At this time, EstroGel is not available in generic form. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains why there are no generic EstroGel products and discusses why a generic version of the medication may not be available any time soon.
Some EstroGel alternatives include other medications, natural remedies, and coping strategies. This eMedTV Web article takes a detailed look at these EstroGel alternatives, and explains when it may be time to consider one of these options.
