Kraj: Wielka Brytania
Język: angielski
Źródło: MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency)
Estradiol
Abbott Healthcare Products Ltd
G03CA03
Estradiol
2mg
Oral tablet
Oral
No Controlled Drug Status
Valid as a prescribable product
BNF: 06040101
- acne - muscle cramps - vaginal discharge - feeling tired - swelling of the breasts - change in sex drive VERY RARE (IN LESS THAN 1 IN 10,000 PATIENTS TREATED, NOT KNOWN (CANNOT BE ESTIMATED FROM THE AVAILABLE DATA)): - reduction in red blood cells which can make the skin pale and cause weakness or breathlessness (anaemia) If unscheduled bleeding occurs after some time on HRT, you should contact your doctor. If unscheduled bleeding continues after stopping HRT, it may be necessary to perform tests to exclude disease of the endometrium (the lining of the uterus). Changes can occur in the levels of certain proteins and hormones in the blood. The action of the hormones in the body is not affected. You should tell your doctor that you are taking HRT if you are to have a blood test. The following side effects have been reported in association with estradiol treatment (frequency unknown): • fibroids get bigger (growth in the womb increase) • chorea (muscle twitches) • worsening of fits (epilepsy) • blood clots in the arteries (arterial thromboembolism) • inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) in women with pre-existing high levels of certain blood fats (hypertriglyceridemia) • a condition where gastric juices, containing acid, travel back from the stomach into the oesophagus (gastroesophageal reflux disease) symptoms include heartburn • liver disorders, which may include jaundice (yellowing of the skin) • discolouration of the skin especially of the face or neck known as ‘’pregnancy patches’’ (chloasma) • rash with target shaped reddening or sores (erythema multiforme) • skin discolouration (purpura) • swelling of the skin around face and throat (angioedema) • urinary incontinence • painful/lumpy breasts (fibrocystic breast disease) REPORTING OF SIDE EFFECTS If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov. Przeczytaj cały dokument