Menest (Esterified Estrogens)

May 03, 2019

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Esterified Estrogens General Information

Menest (Esterified Estrogens) is indicated to use by women to help lessen the symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and vaginal dryness. These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen.

Menopause is a natural part of aging that commonly happens between 45 and 55 years of age, as a woman’s estrogen levels decline.

If you are using this drug to treat symptoms only in and around the vagina, products applied directly inside the vagina. It should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, injected, or absorbed through the skin.

Certain estrogen products may be used by men and women to treat cancers. It may also be used by women after menopause to prevent osteoporosis or bone loss.

How does Menest (Esterified Estrogens) work?

Menest (Esterified Estrogens) controls the pituitary secretion of gonadotropins, follicle-stimulating hormone, and luteinizing hormone. It is through a negative feedback system. Estrogen replacement lessens elevated levels of these hormones.

Estrogens are responsible for the growth and preservation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics. Estradiol is the principal intracellular human estrogen. It is more potent than estrone and estriol at the receptor level. It is also the primary estrogen secreted prior to menopause. 

Why use Menest (Esterified Estrogens)?

Menest Tablets has Esterified Estrogens as an active ingredient. It is a mixture of several estrogens and a type of female hormone. Estrogens cause the growth of female sex organs and the maintenance of sex characteristics. This comes as a tablet for oral administration. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has already approved his medication. 

How to use Menest (Esterified Estrogens)?

The recommended dose is based on your medical condition and response. Take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not take more than the prescription of your doctor. Take it exactly as it is prescribed.

For menopause, the dose may be 0.3-2.5mg a day for 3 weeks. Take it by mouth with a full glass of water. You may take it with or without food. To prevent stomach upset, you may take it with food or right after a meal. 

What are the side-effects of Menest (Esterified Estrogens)?

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Light vaginal bleeding or spotting
• Breast pain or tenderness
• Bloating
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Dizziness
• Mood changes
• Headache
• Decreased sex drive
• Very light menstrual period
  

Warnings and Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to it or if you have any allergies. Tell also to your doctor if you have a medical history or current medications/treatments.
• Do not share this with others without letting them consult a doctor.
• Keep this away from heat and moisture as well as from the reach of children.