- Approval Id
- a14f9bfe83f9a161
- Drug Name
- OESTROGEL 0.06%
- Product Name
- OESTROGEL 0.06%
- Approval Number
- SIN06503P
- Approval Date
- 1991-08-14
- Registrant
- PHARMED IMPORT & EXPORT PTE LTD
- Licence Holder
- PHARMED IMPORT & EXPORT PTE LTD
- Drug Type
- Therapeutic
- Forensic Classification
- PRESCRIPTION ONLY MEDICINES
- Dosage Form
- GEL
- Dosage
- <p><strong>3. <u>HOW TO USE OESTROGEL®</u> ?</strong><br>
<strong>DOSAGE:</strong><br>
The oestradiol gel is presented in a tube.<br>
Each graduated measure delivers 2.5 g of gel, containing 1.5 mg of oestradiol. The average dose is 1 graduated measure per day, during 24 to 28 days per month.<br>
Your doctor will prescribe OESTROGEL® according to a scheme adapted to your case.<br>
Bleeding resembling menstrual bleeding can occur during the period of discontinuation. This bleeding is normal and is not abundant.<br>
If irregular or over-abundant bleeding occurs, consult your doctor.<br>
If you have the impression the effect of OESTROGEL® is too strong or too weak, consult your doctor or pharmacist.<br>
Estrogen with or without progestogens should be prescribed at the lowest effective doses and for the shortest duration consistent with treatment goals and risks for the individual women.</p>
<p><strong>ADMINISTRATION METHOD AND ROUTE:</strong><br>
Transdermal route.<br>
Application of the gel is made over a large surface of clean skin (on the arms, upper part of the bottom, lower part of the abdomen, lumbar region, upper part of the thighs, etc.).<br>
The gel should not be applied to the breasts or the mucous membranes.<br>
A massage is usefulness but it is recommended to let it dry for about 2 minutes first before putting on clothing. The gel does not leave marks.<br>
It is recommended to wash hands after applying the gel.</p>
<img src="/TGIF/Oestrogel-Image1.png" alt="Oestrogel Dosage Image 1" /><br><br>
<p><strong>FREQUENCY AND MOMENT AT WHICH THE MEDICINE SHOULD BE ADMINISTERED:</strong><br>
The application can take place either in the evening or in the morning.</p>
<p><strong>DURATION OF TREATMENT:</strong><br>
According to your doctor’s indications.</p>
<p><strong>STEPS TO TAKE IN THE CASE OF OVERDOSING:</strong><br>
The signs of an overdose are usually a feeling of pain in the breasts, abdominal swelling, flatulence, irritability. No specific treatment is required. These signs disappear when the dose is reduced.<br>
If these symptoms persist, consult your doctor.</p>
<p><strong>STEPS TO TAKE IN THE CASE WHERE ONE OR MORE DOSES HAVE BEEN OMITTED:</strong><br>
<strong>If you forget to use OESTROGEL</strong>®: if you have forgotten to apply the gel on the planned day, do it as quickly as possible and return to the therapeutic schedule as initially intended.<br>
<em>Do not take a double dose to compensate for the single dose you have forgotten to take.</em><br>
If you have not been treated for several days in a row, irregular bleeding may occur.<br>
If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.</p>
<p><strong>RISK OF WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS</strong><br>
When the treatment is ended, signs of a deficit in oestrogen linked to the menopause could reappear.</p>
- Route Of Administration
- TOPICAL
- Indication Info
- <p><strong>1. <u>WHAT IS OESTROGEL® AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR</u> ?</strong><br>
Gel for cutaneous application, tube of 80 g.<br>
ATC classification: G03CA03<br>
OESTROGENS - (G: genital-urinary system and sex hormones).<br>
This medicine contains natural oestrogen.<br>
It is prescribed:</p>
<ul class="dash">
<li>for the treatment of problems due to a deficiency in oestrogens linked to menopause. It is hormone replacement therapy or HRT.</li>
<li>for the prevention of post-menopausal osteoporosis for women with an increased risk of fracture and showing either an intolerance or a contraindication to other treatments employed in the prevention of osteoporosis. The choice of this treatment should be discussed with your doctor.</li>
</ul>
<p>Experience of this treatment in women above 65 years of age is limited.</p>
- Contraindications
- <p><strong>2. <u>WARNING</u>!</strong><br>
<strong>WHEN SHOULD OESTROGEL® NOT BE USED?</strong><br>
OESTROGEL® SHOULD NO BE USED in the following cases:</p>
<ul class="dash">
<li>history or a current venous or arterial thrombo-embolic diseases (phlebitis, pulmonary embolia, angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, cerebral vascular incidents);</li>
<li>breast cancer, uterine or any other oestrogen-dependent cancer;</li>
<li>endometrial hyperplasia (excessive development of the uterine mucous membrane);</li>
<li>undiagnosed vaginal bleeding;</li>
<li>certain liver illnesses;</li>
<li>known allergies to one of its constituents;</li>
<li>porphyria (<em>hereditary disease</em>).</li>
</ul>
- Atc Code
- G03CA03
- Atc Item Name
- estradiol
- Pharma Manufacturer Name
- PHARMED IMPORT & EXPORT PTE LTD
