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Estogen 0.2 MG Injection
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Estogen 0.2 MG Injection

Manufactured byMacmillon Pharmaceuticals
ContainsEstradiol
Description
Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is a form of estrogen (female sex hormone). It is used to relieve symptoms occurring after menopause (cessation of menses) such as vaginal dryness/burning/itching, hot flashes, etc. and it prevents osteoporosis (a condition in which bone becomes weak and fragile). Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is used to treat low estrogen levels in women with ovarian failure (a condition where the ovaries, part of the female reproductive organ that produces eggs and sex hormones stop functioning normally). It is also prescribed to treat certain types of breast cancer and prostate cancer (cancer in a male prostate gland, a small walnut-sized gland that produces sperm containing fluid). Estogen 0.2 MG Injection shows side effects like stomach pain, headache, changes in weight, oedema (swelling) of legs, breast tenderness, mood alterations including anxiety and depressed mood. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is given by a qualified medical practitioner, therefore, do not self-administer it. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and duration of the therapy based on your clinical condition. Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may worsen your condition. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection may interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver, or kidney troubles. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Estogen 0.2 MG Injection

  • Breast pain and tenderness
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Depression
  • Back pain
  • Headache
  • Vaginal discharge with no odor
  • Flu like symptoms
  • Excessive vaginal bleeding
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Troubled breathing and swallowing
  • Discharge from the nipple
  • Inverted nipples
  • Swelling and redness at the injection site

Uses of Estogen 0.2 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Post menopausal symptoms
  • Primary ovarian failure
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Postmenopausal osteoporosis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Estogen 0.2 MG Injection to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Estogen 0.2 MG Injection remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Estogen 0.2 MG Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Contact your doctor if you suspect pregnancy while being treated with this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Estogen 0.2 MG Injection may not be safe if you are breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Estogen 0.2 MG Injection if you are allergic to it. Allergic reactions are rare; however, contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms like rashes, itching/swelling (particularly of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, and breathing difficulty, etc.

Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended for use if you have an abnormal vaginal bleeding episode that has not been diagnosed by your doctor. If you have any menstrual abnormalities, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.

Heart and blood vessel disorder

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended if you have an active or history of stroke (decreased blood flow to your brain) or heart attack. This medicine should also be avoided if you have blood clotting issues. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection can lead to an increase in clot formation if taken in higher doses and thus can worsen your condition.

Estrogen-dependent tumor

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended if you have cancer that is sensitive to oestrogens, such as breast and cancer of the endometrium (womb lining), or if you are suspected of having it.

Liver Tumours

Liver tumours are types of cancer that form in the liver. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended in liver tumours because long term use of this medicine may worsen your condition.

Porphyria

Porphyria is a disorder resulting from the accumulation of certain chemicals related to blood cell proteins. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended in the presence of porphyria.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Contact your doctor if you suspect pregnancy while being treated with this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection may not be safe if you are breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Dementia

Dementia means loss of memory, thinking and social abilities. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection has been associated with an increased risk of dementia especially in the elderly. It is advised to be taken with caution if used for longer durations.

Jaundice like symptoms

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection may cause yellowing of your eyes and skin due to its effect on the liver and the gall bladder. Inform your doctor if you experience any symptoms of jaundice.

Vision abnormalities

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection may cause blurring of vision and other effects on your eye like proptosis (bulging of the eye), diplopia (double vision), etc. Inform your doctor if you experience any side effects like blurred vision, excessive drying of your eyes. Do not perform activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.

Gallbladder disease

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection can increase the risk of gallstones (small, hard stones that develop due to the accumulation of digestive fluids, like bile, in your gallbladder), especially in postmenopausal women. Use it with caution if you have a pre-existing gall bladder problem.

Use in children

Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age as safety and efficacy is not known.

Missed Dose

Since Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is given in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is given in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. If an overdose is suspected, your doctor will initiate emergency medical treatment.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

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Tranexamic Acid

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Hypertension

Hypertension is a condition in which your blood pressure level is higher than normal. Use Estogen 0.2 MG Injection with caution if you have hypertension because it may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke (decreased blood flow to your brain).

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition in which there are high blood sugar levels. Estogen 0.2 MG Injection should be used with caution in the presence of diabetes.

Asthma

Asthma is a condition where the airways of your lungs are constricted. Use Estogen 0.2 MG Injection with caution if you are having asthma.
Food interactions
Avoid or limit the consumption of grapefruit juice while you are on treatment with Estogen 0.2 MG Injection. Grapefruit juice may interfere with the effectiveness of the medicine and may cause some side effects.
Lab interactions

Thyroid function test

Inform your doctor about Estogen 0.2 MG Injection before thyroid function test as it may interfere with the test results.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Estogen 0.2 MG Injection is usually given in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to your doctor before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Estogen 0.2 MG Injection works by replacing or replenishing the hormone estrogen (sex hormone) that is normally produced in your body.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Estrogens

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 21 Oct 2021

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