Ogen is a prescription medication most commonly used for treating menopause symptoms. This eMedTV resource covers other Ogen uses as well and offers a more in-depth look at the drug's effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.
Potential side effects of Ogen include hair loss, fluid retention, and nausea. As this page from the eMedTV site explains, while most Ogen side effects are minor, some require immediate medical attention, such as blood clots, strokes, or dementia.
Ogen is primarily used for treating menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes or vaginal dryness. This eMedTV Web page also lists other approved Ogen uses, explains how the drug works for these conditions, and discusses possible off-label uses.
For preventing osteoporosis, it is recommended to take your Ogen dosage cyclically (25 days on, 6 days off). This eMedTV segment provides Ogen dosing guidelines for osteoporosis prevention, menopause symptoms treatment, and estrogen replacement.
If you take cyclosporine, barbiturates, or certain antifungals with Ogen, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV resource lists other medicines that may interact with Ogen and describes the potentially negative interactions that may occur.
Before using Ogen, let your doctor know if you have endometriosis, asthma, or migraines. This eMedTV article lists other conditions your doctor must know about before you take Ogen. Warnings and precautions on who should avoid Ogen are also included.
An Ogen (estropipate) overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding. This segment from the eMedTV Web site further describes the effects of an Ogen overdose and explains the treatment options that are available.
There is currently no accepted medical reason for pregnant women to use Ogen (estropipate). This eMedTV article offers more information on Ogen and pregnancy, and further explains why this drug should not be used by pregnant women.
Breastfeeding women are typically advised to avoid taking Ogen (estropipate). This eMedTV Web page includes more information on Ogen and breastfeeding, and discusses some of the potential dangers of using the drug while nursing.
Ogen (estropipate) is currently available in brand-name and generic form. This article from the eMedTV library describes generic Ogen in more detail, lists the various strengths available, and offers manufacturer information for these products.
Common Ogen (estropipate) alternatives include natural remedies, coping strategies, and other drugs. This eMedTV page explores these Ogen alternatives in more detail and includes a list of other hormone replacement medications that are available.
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