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Esterified estrogens

Generic Name
Esterified estrogens
Brand Names
Covaryx, Menest
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Unique Ingredient Identifier
3ASP8Q3768

Overview

Esterified estrogens contain a mixture of estrogenic substances; the principle component is estrone. Preparations contain 75% to 85% sodium estrone sulfate and 6% to 15% sodium equilin sulfate such that the total is not <90%. Esterified estrogens are a man-made mixture of estrogens that are used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, vaginal burning or irritation, or other hormonal changes in the vagina. It is being also for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.

Indication

Esterified estrogens are indicated to replace estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body. It is also indicated for the treatment of symptoms of breast cancer in both men and women. In men it can be used for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It is also indicated for the treatment of menopausal symptoms.

Associated Conditions

  • Hypogonadism
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Premature Ovarian Failure (POF)
  • Advanced carcinoma of the prostate
  • Moderate Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
  • Moderate Vulvovaginal atrophy
  • Severe Vasomotor Symptoms Associated With Menopause
  • Severe menopausal vulvovaginal atrophy

Clinical Trials

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FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
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Effective Date
Syntho Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
66576-284
ORAL
1.25 mg in 1 1
12/7/2022
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
62559-149
ORAL
1.25 mg in 1 1
12/1/2017
Syntho Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
66576-283
ORAL
0.625 mg in 1 1
12/7/2022
Bryant Ranch Prepack
63629-1979
ORAL
1.25 mg in 1 1
12/1/2017
CENTRIX PHARMACEUTICAL, INC,
11528-010
ORAL
1.25 mg in 1 1
1/25/2020
Amneal Pharmaceuticals of New York LLC
53746-078
ORAL
1.25 mg in 1 1
12/31/2023
Bryant Ranch Prepack
72162-1748
ORAL
0.625 mg in 1 1
8/29/2023
CENTRIX PHARMACEUTICAL, INC,
11528-020
ORAL
0.625 mg in 1 1
1/25/2020
CREEKWOOD PHARMACEUTICAL, INC,
15310-020
ORAL
0.625 mg in 1 1
1/22/2020
Bryant Ranch Prepack
63629-9177
ORAL
1.25 mg in 1 1
4/26/2022

EMA Drug Approvals

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TGA Drug Approvals

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Health Canada Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
DIN
Dosage Form
Strength
Market Date
NEO ESTRONE TAB 1.25MG
neolab inc
00287733
Tablet - Oral
1.25 MG
12/31/1974
ESTRAGYN
searchlight pharma inc
00287725
Tablet - Oral
0.625 MG
12/31/1974
ESTRAGYN
searchlight pharma inc
00473618
Tablet - Oral
0.3 MG
12/31/1980

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