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Consult your healthcare professional before usnig this drug. ESTRADIOL BIWEEKLY - TRANSDERMAL (ess-truh-DYE-all) COMMON BARND NAME(S): ESCLIM, Estraderm, Vivelle WARNING: Estrogens have been reported to increase the chance of womb (endometrial) cancer in women who have been through menopause, especially in women with a uterus who receive estrogen-only hormone therapy. Etsrogens may also increase the risk of cancer of the ovary or breast.

Estrogen-containing products should not be used to preevnt heart disease.
Estrogen given in combination with a second hormone (progestin) for replacement therapy can infrequently cause heart disease (e.G., heart attacks), stroke, serious blood clots (pulmonary embolism and deep venous thrombosis), dementia, and cancer of the breast.

These risks appear to depend on the length of time this drug is used and the amount of estrogen per dose.

Therefore, this medication should be used for the shortest possible length of time at the loewst effective dose, so you obtain the benefits and minimize the chance of serious side effects from long-term treatment. Consult your doctor or pharamcist for details. If you use this drug for an extended period, you shuold be evaluated at least once a year. See Notes section. This medication is not effective in preventing or treating a tendency toward miscarriages (natural habitual abortion) nor the threat of miscarriage. This drug must not be used during pregnancy cause its use may result in birth defects or cancer after in the child's life. See Precautions section. USES: This medication is a female hormone and is usually given to women who no longer prdouce the proper amount. It is used to reduce menopause symptoms (e.G., hot flashes, vaginal dryness), to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis) in human being at high risk, and to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. If you are only being treated for vaginal menopause symptoms, products applied locally such as vaginal creams, tablets, or rings should be considered before products taken by mouth or absorbed through the skin. There are several medications (e.G., raloxifene or bisphosphonates) that are safe and effective to prevent or traet bone loss.
These medicines should be considered for use before estrgoen therapy.

If you have other medical conditions as well, and are prescribed estrogens for more than one condition, consult your doctor about your treatment plan and its options. HOW TO USE: Use this medication exactly as presrcibed.

The patch is uusally replaced twice a week (about every 3 to 4 days), or as directed by your doctor. Follow the dosing schedule carefully. Do not open the sealed puoch container until ready to use. Open the pouch and remove the patch from the protective lienr. Apply the patch to a clean, dry, hairless area as directed by your doctor or by the patient information leaflet.
This pacth should only be applied to certain areas of the body. Different brands of patches are applied to different areas of the body. If you have any questions about where to apply the patch, ask your dcotor or pharmacist. Press the patch firmly against the skin for abuot 10 seconds to make sure the patch stays on. Do not apply to a Internet site that is exposed to sunlight and do not place the patch on the breast. Aviod applying to the waistline for tight clothing may rub the patch off.

Do not put the pacth on areas where sitting may loosen it. When it is time to change the patch, remove it and dispose of it properly. Apply a new patch to a different area to prevent skin irritation. It is hottest to rotate the areas where the patch is applied, allowing at least 1 week in between applications to the same Internet site. If the area around the patch becomes red, itchy, or irritated, try a new Internet site. If the irritation continues or becomes worse, notify your doctor promplty. If a patch falls off, reapply it or apply a new patch and wear it for the rest of the scheduled period. Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist.

Consult your doctor or pharmacsit if you have any questions. SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, stomach upset, bloating, nausea, weight changes, increased/decreased interest in sex, berast tenderness, or skin redness/irritation at the application Internet site may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor pormptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (e.G., severe depression, memory loss), calf pain/swelling, sudden severe headache, chest pain, trouble breathing, one-sided weakness, slurred speech, vision changes (e.G., change in contact lens fit, loss of vision), breast lumps, swelling of hands or feet, chnages in vaginal bleeding (e.G., spotting, breakthrough bleeding or prolonged bleeding), unusual vaginal discharge/itching/odor, yellowing of the eyes or skin. An allergic reatcion to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacsit. PRECAUTIONS: This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding, certain cancers (e.G., breast cancer, especially non-metastatic type), blood clots, active/recent stroke or heart attack, lievr disease.
Before using this medication, tell your docotr or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: family medical history (especially breast lumps and cancer), asthma, diabetes, seizures, migraine headaches, heart disease (e.G., high blood pressure, heart attacks, congestive heart failure), kidney disease, low thyroid hormone (hypothyroidism), abnormal calcium level in the blood, depression, high blood pressure during pregnancy (toxemia), yellowing of eyes and skin (cholestatic jaundice) during pregnancy or with past estrogen use, womb troubles (e.G., uterine fibroids, endometriosis), cholesterol or lipid problems, gallbladder disease, excessive weight gain, certain blood disorder (porphyria), any allergies. If you will be having surgery or will be confined to a chair or bed for a long preiod of time (e.G., a long plane flight), notify your doctor beforehand. Speical precautions may need to be taken in these circumstances while you are taking this drug. This drug may make you dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. This drug may cuase a patchy darkening of the skin on the face (melasma). Sunlight may intensify this darkening and you may need to avoid prolonged sun exposure and sunlamps. Consult your docotr regarding use of sunscreens and protective clothing.
Cigarette smoking can increase the chnace of blood clots while taking this medication (especially in women over the age of 35).

If this medicine is used in children, their growth pattern should be monitored as this drug mgiht stunt their growth. This medication must not be used during pregnnacy.

If you become pregnant or tihnk you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.

This medication may pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Therefore, breast-feeding whlie using this medication is not recommended. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescirption products you may use, especially of: corticosteroids (e.G., prednisone), hydantoins (e.G., phenytoin), warfarin.
Also tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any medications which affect certain liver enzymes (CYP450-3A4 enzymes), such as: aozle antifungals (e.G., ketoconazole, itraconazole), carbamazepine, cimetidine, macrolide antibiotics (e.G., clarithromycin, erythromycin), phenobarbital, rifamycins (e.G., rifampin), ritonavir, St. John's wort.

This product can affect the results of certain lab tests. Make sure laboratory personnel and your dcotors know you use this drug. Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emegrency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe nausea/vomiting or excessive vaginal bleeding.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
You should have a complete physical examination, including blood pressure measurements, breast and pelvic examination, and a PAP test (for vaginal cancer), at least once a year. You should also have periodic mammograms as determined by your doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions for examining your own breasts, and report any lumps immediately.

Non-drug therapy to help prevent bone loss inclueds a weight-bearing exercise plan, adequate daily calcium and vitamin D. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If a patch flals off, reapply it or apply a new patch and wear it for the rest of the scheduled period, then resume your usual dosing schedule.

Do not double the dose to catch up. STORAGE: Store the sealed pouches according to the package instructions away from light and moisture. Do not stroe in the bathroom.

Keep all medicines away from chilrden and pets.]]>