Introduction

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Uses of Estracon Vaginal Cream

Hormone replacement therapy

Side effects of Estracon Vaginal Cream

Bloating
Breast pain
Hair loss
Headache
Irregular vaginal bleeding
Nausea
Stomach cramp
Vomiting

How to use Estracon Vaginal Cream

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Estracon Vaginal Cream may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Estracon Vaginal Cream works

Estracon Vaginal Cream is a mixture of estrogens (female sex hormone). In women who are undergoing or have attained menopause, it prevents symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings. It also prevents the bones from becoming porous and fragile (osteoporosis).

What if you forget to take Estracon Vaginal Cream?

If you miss a dose of Estracon Vaginal Cream, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Estracon Vaginal Cream as a part of hormone replacement therapy to relieve symptoms of menopause.
It may also be used for preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women who are at high risk of fractures.
Take it at the same time everyday to help you remember to take it.
Inform your doctor if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, abnormal vaginal discharge or vaginal discomfort while taking Estracon Vaginal Cream.
It may increase the risk of breast cancer. Have regular breast examinations.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Estracon Vaginal Cream. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Estracon Vaginal Cream is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Estracon Vaginal Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Estracon Vaginal Cream alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
UNSAFE – Kidney: Estracon Vaginal Cream is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Liver: Estracon Vaginal Cream is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.