Ortho-Est (Oral)
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Ortho-Est (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
Ortho-Est (Oral)
Ortho-Est (Oral) Medication Classification
ESTROPIPATE (By mouth)
Ortho-Est (Oral) Brandname
Ogen .625, Ogen 2.5, Ogen 1.25, Ortho-Est
Ortho-Est (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Estropipate (ES-troe-pih-pate) Treats the symptoms of menopause or removal of the ovaries.Estropipate is an estrogen female hormone.
When To Not Use Ortho-Est (Oral)
You should not use estropipate if you are pregnant (or may become pregnant) or breastfeeding. You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any estrogens. Before using estropipate, tell your doctor if you have known or suspected breast cancer, unusual vaginal bleeding, or a history of blood clots.
How Should You Use Ortho-Est (Oral)
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
- May be taken with food or milk to lessen stomach upset. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper Ortho-Est (Oral) Storage
Store Ortho-Est (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Ortho-Est (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Ortho-Est (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.Ortho-Est (Oral) Warnings
- Check with your doctor before taking estropipate if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, seizure disorders (epilepsy), high blood calcium or triglyceride levels, breast lumps, migraine headaches, heart disorders, or liver or kidney problems.
- Regular visits to your doctor (usually every 6 months to 1 year) are needed while taking this medicine.
- Large doses of this medicine taken over long periods of time may increase the risk of some kinds of cancer. Talk to your doctor about this risk.
- Unless you have had a hysterectomy (uterus removed), check with your doctor about whether you should also take progesterone.
Ortho-Est (Oral) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Severe abdominal pain or swelling
- Heavy vaginal bleeding
- Chest or leg (calf) pain
- Shortness of breath or coughing blood
- Severe headache
- Severe vomiting
- Severe dizziness
- Vision changes
- Breast lumps
- Yellow skin or eyes If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild nausea or vomiting
- Bloated feeling
- Mild dizziness
- Headache
- Changes in sexual desire
- Swollen or tender breasts
- Fluid retention and weight gain
- Contact lens discomfort
- Depressed mood
