Premarin may be used for several purposes, such as treating menopause symptoms and preventing osteoporosis. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of Premarin, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and dosing tips.
Headaches, joint pain, and vaginal bleeding are among the possible Premarin side effects. This eMedTV resource describes other side effects that may occur with Premarin, including those that are serious and may require immediate medical attention.
This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at several Premarin uses, such as treating menopausal symptoms, preventing osteoporosis, and relieving symptoms of certain cancers. This page further covers what Premarin is used for, including off-label uses.
This eMedTV page explains that your Premarin dosage will be based on several factors, such as other medical conditions you have and whether you have had a hysterectomy. This page further explains these factors and also offers tips on taking Premarin.
Some of the medicines that may interact with Premarin include certain antibiotics and seizure medicines. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at other medicines that may cause Premarin drug interactions and explains the problems that can occur.
You should not use Premarin if you have a history of breast cancer, blood clots, or heart attacks. This eMedTV page provides other important Premarin warnings and precautions, including information on what to tell your doctor before taking this drug.
This eMedTV page explains that clinical studies on Premarin and weight gain have shown that this medicine is not likely to cause weight gain in most women. This page also offers tips on controlling weight gain, such as eating heart-healthy foods.
If you believe you have overdosed on Premarin, seek immediate medical care. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains how a Premarin overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, and other problems. This page also covers possible treatment options.
This eMedTV resource explains that Premarin should not be used during pregnancy, as it may cause serious problems. This page further discusses Premarin and pregnancy, including information on why this medication is a pregnancy Category X drug.
The estrogen hormones in Premarin do pass through breast milk. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains that although these hormones can decrease the production and quality of milk, they do not appear to cause any significant problems.
There are currently no generic versions of Premarin that are approved in the United States. This eMedTV segment explains why there are no generic Premarin products and discusses when a generic version of the drug may become available.
Some Premarin alternatives include other conventional medications, coping strategies, and natural remedies. This eMedTV page describes some alternatives to Premarin if this medicine is not working for you or if it is causing bothersome side effects.
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