Uses of Estriol Cream
This cream is used for vaginal infections induced by a lack of the oestrogen hormone. When your body is not producing enough oestrogen hormone in your vaginal area it replaces the lack of this hormone. This hormonal infection most often occurs during or after the menopause.
Side Effects of Estriol Cream
Estriol is the most fragile of the three estrogen types. It’s less probable to cause side effects like high blood pressure and blood clots than estradiol, the strongest estrogen.
Potential side effects of estriol include:
- Bloated stomach
- Abnormal menstruation
- Darkening of the skin
- Painful menstrual cramps
- Yeast infections or vaginal itching
Disclaimer
Always take medication according to your doctor’s prescription. Keep medication away from the reach of children.
Refrence: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5384/smpc#gref
Frequently Asked Questions
What does estriol do in your body?
It helps the uterus grow as the fetus gets bigger during pregnancy. It makes your body more liable to different pregnancy hormones. Schedules your body for labour and delivery and breastfeeding.
Who should avoid estriol?
Always tell your pharmacist before using this medication especially for: vaginal bleeding of unknown cause, blood clots, stroke, kidney disease, heart disease (such as heart attack), certain cancers (such as breast cancer, cancer of the uterus/ovaries), liver disease, and family medical history.
Can I suddenly stop using estriol cream?
Before stopping this medication ask your doctor or pharmacist. They will tell you what’s best for you. They may recommend that you decrease your dose slowly, to help stop signs coming back. If you’re having issues with side effects, your doctor might recommend adjusting your dose or changing to another type of HRT.
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