Premarin®
Indicated to manage menopausal symptoms, formulated to alleviate hormonal fluctuations and support bone and systemic health in postmenopausal women.
Strengths: 0.625mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Premique
- Therapeutic class
Oestrogen
- Pharmacological class
Oestrogen
- Known off-label uses
osteoporosis prevention
- Minor side effects
nausea; breast tenderness
- Moderate side effects
fluid retention; abdominal cramps; mood changes
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
days to weeks
- Duration
long term
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
carbamazepine; phenobarbital
- Age restrictions
Postmenopausal women.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not applicable.
Contraindications
known or suspected breast cancer; unexplained vaginal bleeding; thrombosis; liver disease
Precautions and warnings
regular breast examinations recommended; monitor for signs of venous thromboembolism
Serious side effects
venous thromboembolism — requires immediate medical attention; endometrial cancer — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to manage menopausal symptoms, formulated to alleviate hormonal fluctuations and support bone and systemic health in postmenopausal women.
Mechanism of action
Premarin provides a mixture of conjugated oestrogens, which replace the oestrogen that the body no longer produces in sufficient quantities after menopause. This helps to alleviate vasomotor symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats while maintaining bone density.
Premarin®
Indicated to manage menopausal symptoms, formulated to alleviate hormonal fluctuations and support bone and systemic health in postmenopausal women.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Conjugated Oestrogens
- Listed indication(s): Menopausal Symptoms
Available option
- 28 tablets - 0.625 mg987-0-625-mg-12363