Ogen 0.625 (Oral)
Estropipate is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body.
Estropipate is used to treat menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal changes, and to prevent osteoporosis (bone loss) in menopausal women. Estropipate is also used to replace estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body.
Estropipate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What is Ogen 0.625 (Oral) used for?
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Hypoestrogenism
- Postmenopausal Symptoms
- Prevention of Osteoporosis
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Ogen 0.625 (Oral)?
You should not use estropipate if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
Do not use estropipate if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.
Estropipate should not be used to prevent heart disease, stroke, or dementia, because this medicine may actually increase your risk of developing these conditions.
Using estropipate may increase your risk of cancer of the breast, uterus, or ovaries. Talk with your doctor about this risk.
Estropipate can slow breast milk production. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
- unusual vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor;
- liver disease;
- a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot; or
- a history of hormone-related cancer, or cancer of the breast, uterus/cervix, or vagina.
- a hysterectomy;
- heart disease;
- liver problems, or jaundice caused by pregnancy or taking hormones;
- a thyroid disorder;
- gallbladder disease;
- kidney disease;
- asthma;
- epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
- migraine headaches;
- lupus;
- endometriosis or uterine fibroid tumors;
- high levels of calcium in your blood; or
- porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system).
Using estropipate can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack. You are even more at risk if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, if you are overweight, or if you smoke.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Ogen 0.625 (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- heart attack symptoms--chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating;
- signs of a stroke--sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), sudden severe headache, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;
- signs of a blood clot--sudden vision loss, stabbing chest pain, feeling short of breath, coughing up blood, pain or warmth in one or both legs;
- swelling or tenderness in your stomach;
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
- memory problems, confusion, unusual behavior;
- unusual vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain;
- a lump in your breast; or
- high levels of calcium in your blood--nausea, vomiting, constipation, increased thirst or urination, muscle weakness, bone pain, lack of energy.
- headache;
- vaginal itching or discharge, changes in your menstrual periods, breakthrough bleeding;
- bloating, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting;
- breast pain;
- thinning scalp hair; or
- fluid retention (swelling, rapid weight gain).
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Ogen 0.625 (Oral) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not use estropipate if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.
Estropipate can slow breast milk production. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Ogen 0.625 (Oral)?
Avoid smoking. It can greatly increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack while using estropipate.
Grapefruit may interact with estropipate and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Ogen 0.625 (Oral)?
Use Ogen 0.625 (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Your doctor should check your progress on a regular basis to determine whether you should continue this treatment. Self-examine your breasts for lumps on a monthly basis, and have regular mammograms while using estropipate.
If you need major surgery or will be on long-term bed rest, you may need to stop using this medicine for a short time. Any doctor or surgeon who treats you should know that you are using estropipate.
Estropipate may increase your risk of developing a condition that may lead to uterine cancer. Your doctor may prescribe a progestin to help lower this risk. Report any unusual vaginal bleeding right away.
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Ogen 0.625 (Oral)?
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