FEMIVA
FEMIVA
Sex Hormone

FEMIVA

Estradiol valerate is an estradiol prodrug used to treat some effects of menopause, hypoestrogenism, androgen dependent carcinoma of the prostate, and in combination products for endometriosis and contraception.
 

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Estradiol Valerate Tablets

FEMIVA 1/2

 

COMPOSITION

 

FEMIVA 1

Each film coated tablet contains: 

Estradiol valerate BP    1 mg

 

FEMIVA 2

Each film coated tablet contains: 

Estradiol valerate BP    2 mg

 

DOSAGE FORMTablets

THERAPUETIC CLASSSex Hormone

 

PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSEstrogen ester

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING

Keep the medication stored at normal room temperature away from heat and direct light and out of reach of children. Dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

INDICATIONS

  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for estrogen deficiency symptoms in peri- and postmenopausal women.
  • Prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women

CONTRAINDICATIONS 

  • Known hypersensitivity to Estradiol Valerate or any other components of the formulation
  • Known, past or suspected breast cancer
  • Estrogen-dependent malignant tumor
  • Untreated endometrial hyperplasia
  • Arterial or venous thromboembolism
  • Liver disease
  • Porphyria

DOSAGE AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION

Route of Administration: Oral

 

Children: Not applicable for this product

 

Adults: The dose must be as directed by the physician.

 

The tablets can be taken with or without food.  The tablets should be taken at the same time each day.

SIDE EFFECTS

  • Breast pain
  • Headache
  • Vaginal itching or discharge
  • Changes in menstrual period
  • Thinning scalp hair
  • Weight gain/loss 
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Bloating; stomach cramps