Estradiol Topical Emulsion

Do not share this medication with others.Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments. You should have regular complete physical exams (for example, once a year) which include laboratory and medical tests (such as blood pressure, breast exam/mammogram, pelvic exam, pap smear) to monitor your progress and check for side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions for examining your own breasts, and report any lumps right away. Consult your doctor for more details.Preventing or controlling high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes can help to reduce your chances of heart disease and stroke. Lifestyle changes that can help to control or prevent these diseases include reducing stress, eating a low fat/salt diet, losing weight if overweight, exercising regularly, and stopping smoking. Keep your mind active with mental exercises (such as reading, solving crossword puzzles) to help prevent dementia. Talk to your doctor about lifestyle changes that might benefit you.Lifestyle changes that may help reduce hot flashes include stopping smoking, dressing lightly or in layers, avoiding/limiting certain foods (spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol), reducing stress, and exercising regularly.

Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone that regulates many processes in the body.

Estradiol topical (for the skin) is used to treat certain symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation.

Estradiol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Do not apply sunscreen to your skin at the same time you apply estradiol topical.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water.

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with estradiol and lead to potentially dangerous effects. Discuss the use of grapefruit products with your doctor.

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• It is used to prevent or lower the signs of the change of life (menopause).
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Tell all of your health care providers that you take estradiol topical emulsion. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• This medicine may raise the chance of blood clots, a stroke, or a heart attack. Talk with the doctor.
• Talk with your doctor if you will need to be still for long periods of time like long trips, bedrest after surgery, or illness. Not moving for long periods may raise your chance of blood clots.
• If you are allergic to tartrazine, talk with your doctor. Some products have tartrazine.
• If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), you will need to watch your blood sugar closely.
• High blood pressure has happened with drugs like this one. Have your blood pressure checked as you have been told by your doctor.
• Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
• Have a bone density test as you have been told by your doctor. Talk with your doctor.
• Be sure to have regular breast exams and gynecology check-ups. Your doctor will tell you how often to have these. You will also need to do breast self-exams as your doctor has told you. Talk with your doctor.
• This medicine may cause dark patches of skin on your face. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen and wear clothing and eyewear that protects you from the sun.
• This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine.
• Do not smoke. Smoking raises the chance of heart disease. Talk with your doctor.
• Limit your drinking of alcohol.
• If you drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit often, talk with your doctor.
• This medicine may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. Talk with the doctor.
• Talk with your doctor before you use other drugs or products on your skin.
• Do not use sunscreen at the same time you put estradiol topical emulsion on.
• If you are 65 or older, use this medicine with care. You could have more side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

ESTRADIOL (es tra DYE ole) contains the female hormone estrogen. It is used for symptoms of menopause like vaginal dryness, itching and increased or painful urination.

This drug also comes in other forms, including Vaginal insert, Topical gel, Topical solution, spray, Oral tablet, Vaginal tablet, Vaginal cream, Injectable solution, Transdermal patch, ... more

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• breakthrough bleeding and spotting
• breast tissue changes or discharge
• chest pain
• confusion, forgetfulness
• leg, arm or groin pain
• nausea, vomiting
• severe headaches
• speech problems
• stomach pain (severe)
• sudden shortness of breath
• yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• changes in emotions or mood
• changes in sex drive or performance
• increased or decreased appetite
• skin rash, acne, or brown spots on the skin
• symptoms of a vaginal infection like itching, irritation or unusual discharge
• weight gain