Is Vagifem safe NHS?

These products are very safe and are generally suitable even for women who have been advised to avoid HRT. NICE guidance recognises the importance of long term treatment – indeed a lifetime license has been granted to Vagifem.

Do the side effects of Vagifem go away?

If your uncomfortable vaginal symptoms are caused by this loss of estrogen, they will not go away on their own. You and your health care provider should talk about whether treatment is right for you.

What are the side effects of taking Vagifem?

Nausea/vomiting, bloating, diarrhea, breast tenderness, headache, or weight changes may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Does Vagifem have systemic effects?

During Vagifem treatment, a minor degree of systemic absorption may occur in some patients, especially during the first two weeks of once-daily administration. However, average plasma E2 concentrations (Cave (0-24)) at all evaluated days remained within the normal postmenopausal range in all subjects (see section 5.2).

Can Vagifem cause dry eyes?

Dry eyes is found among people who take Vagifem, especially for people who are female, 50-59 old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month. The study is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 4,463 people who have side effects when taking Vagifem from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What are the side effects of vaginal estrogen?

Like with all medications, vaginal estrogen has potential side effects. The amount of estrogen in vaginal estrogen products is low, so the chance of experiencing side effects is minimal. Side effects can include, but are not limited to: Breast tenderness/pain. Vaginal discharge. Upset stomach/vomiting.

What are the side effects of Estrace vaginal cream?

Common side effects of Estrace Vaginal Cream include nausea, vomiting, bloating, stomach pain, breast tenderness, headache, weight changes vaginal itching or discharge, mood changes, breast lumps, spotting or breakthrough bleeding, dark areas of the skin on the face (melasma), or problems wearing contact lenses.

Is Vagifem safe?

No one has conducted a long-term study of Vagifem. All of the studies that have been evaluated this drug’s benefits and risks have followed women for 12 months, or less. However, most doctors believe that small doses of vaginal estrogens, like Vagifem, seem to be the safest way to treat vaginal atrophy.