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Est Estrogens-MethyltestPronounced"METH-ill-tess-TOSS-ter-own/ESS-trow-jen" UsesThis medication is used to treat menopause symptoms. It helps reduce episodes of flushing and sweating of the upper body and face, commonly called hot flashes. It also helps treat dryness, itching, and burning around the vagina. These symptoms occur when a woman's body no longer produces the usual amount of hormone (estrogen) at the age when monthly menstrual periods normally stop. This medication is a combination of 2 hormones, estrogen and methyltestosterone. If you need treatment only for vaginal menopause symptoms, products applied directly inside the vagina should be considered before medications that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected. How to Use This MedicationRead the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using this medication and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor. You may take it with food or right after a meal to prevent stomach upset. This medication is usually taken on a cycle, once a day for 21 days followed by no medication for 7 days. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Follow your dosing schedule carefully. Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often or for a longer time than directed. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse. |