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Myestra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Urethritis, Vaginal atrophy. The alternative uses of Myestra have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Myestra depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Myestra include Weight gain, Metrorrhagia, Edema. While these are the most often observed Myestra side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Myestra are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Myestra's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Myestra has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Myestra related warnings section.
Myestra is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High Blood Pressure, Blood Clotting Disorders, Thrombophlebitis as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Myestra are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Myestra with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Myestra is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Myestra is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Myestra safe for pregnant women?
Myestra can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Myestra safe during breastfeeding?
Myestra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Myestra on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Myestra. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Myestra on the Liver?
Myestra may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Myestra on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Myestra. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Myestra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Myestra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Myestra habit forming or addictive?
Myestra is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Myestra does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Myestra only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Myestra is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Myestra
There is no information on the effects of taking Myestra with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Myestra
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Myestra and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Rarely, Myestra might delay periods (amenorrhea). It occurs due to hormonal imbalance. If your periods are delayed for more than one month then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Myestra is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by herself.
Yes, provera and Myestra can be taken together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with provera then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Myestra is a brand name of estradiol and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It belongs to the class of drug known as estrogen. Myestra is a prescription drug which is used for hormone replacement therapy in menopausal women. It is also used for the prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Estrace (estradiol)
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