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Estratest

Generic name: esterified estrogens/methyltestosterone [ es-TER-ih-fide-ES-troe-jenz/meth-il-tes-TAHS-ter-ohn ]
Brand name: Examples include Estratest and Estratest H.S.

Estrogen use for more than 1 year has been reported to increase the chance of womb (endometrial) cancer in women who have been through menopause. It also may increase the risk of cancer in the ovary or breast. Take the lowest dose of estrogen that will control your symptoms and only use Estratest for as long as it is needed. Estratest should not be used during pregnancy because it may seriously harm the fetus. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. Use of estrogens may increase your risk for heart attack, stroke, or blood clots.


Estratest is used for:

Treating symptoms of menopause in patients who do not respond to estrogens used alone. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Estratest includes 2 naturally occurring hormones, an estrogen and an androgen. It is used to treat symptoms of menopause in women whose bodies do not produce enough of these hormones.

Do NOT use Estratest if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Estratest:

Some medical conditions may interact with Estratest. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Estratest. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Estratest may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Estratest:

Use Estratest as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Estratest.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Estratest:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abnormal skin sensation; acne; bloating; breast enlargement; changes in sex drive; cramps; deepening of voice; fluid retention; headache; loss of scalp hair; nausea; premenstrual syndrome (PMS); spotty dark patches on the face; unusual body hair growth; unusual body movements.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting; breast tenderness or secretion; calf or chest pain; changes in menstrual flow; changes in vision; coughing up blood; dark urine; difficulty wearing contact lenses; dizziness or fainting; facial hair; lumps in the breast; memory loss; mental/mood changes; migraine (sudden severe headache); shortness of breath; slurred speech; stomach pain, swelling, or tenderness; swelling of the fingers, legs, and ankles; vaginal infection; vomiting; weakness on one side of the body; weight changes; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org ), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include nausea; vomiting; withdrawal bleeding.

Proper storage of Estratest:

Store Estratest at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Estratest out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Estratest or any other medicine. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for you. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Estratest. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Estratest. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. You must talk with your healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Estratest.

Issue Date: June 3, 2015

Further information

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