Vagifem 10mcg

What is Vagifem 10mcg?

Vagifem 10mcg (estradiol vaginal inserts) is a prescription medication that contains estradiol (an estrogen hormone) in a vaginal insert.

What is Vagifem 10mcg Used For?

Vagifem is used after menopause for the treatment of moderate to severe menopausal changes in and around the virginal. Vagifem belongs to a group of medications known as vaginal Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) which is known as ‘vaginal atrophy’ in medical terms. Vagifem 10mcg can be purchased at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.

What Are The Menopausal Vaginal Changes Symptoms?

Vaginal dryness
Pain and bleeding during intercourse
Irritation
Soreness
Itching in and around the vagina
Painful urination

What is Vagifem 10mcg Composition?

Vagifem 10mcg contains Estradiol hemihydrate as the active ingredient which is equivalent to estradiol 10mcg.

Other Ingredients include; Hypromellose, Lactose monohydrate, Maize starch and Magnesium stearate.

How Does Vagifem 10mcg Work in the Body?

Vagifem 10mcg works by treating the underlying cause of menopause-related vaginal changes by helping to replenish the vagina’s lost estrogen help replenish estrogen lost due to menopause. Vagifem (estradiol vaginal inserts) 10 mcg is placed directly into the vagina, right where you’re experiencing changes.

Vagifem 10mcg Dosage

During the first two weeks of treatment, you’ll use 1 Vagifem 10 mcg insert every day, then 1 insert twice weekly thereafter (for example, Tuesday and Friday), as prescribed by your health care provider.

How to use Vagifem 10mcg

Vagifem 10 mcg is a smooth plastic insert that you insert into your vagina with a convenient, predosed, single-use applicator. Each applicator includes a single insert containing one dose of Vagifem® 10 mcg to aid in precise dosing. You can use the slim applicator to insert the Vagifem 10 mcg insert while standing or lying down. The applicator does not need to be washed and reused; simply dispose of it after use as you would a tampon applicator.

How Long Does it Take for Vagifem 10mcg to work?

When you start using Vagifem 10mcg, it starts working to replenish vaginal estrogen. One 12-week study found that Vagifem 10 mcg reduced a combined score of the most bothersome vaginal symptoms at 12 weeks, but some people may see improvements as early as 8 weeks of treatment.

Is it possible for Vagifem tablets to fall out?

If the tablet falls out before use, discard it and replace it with a new applicator or tablet. Insert the applicator gently into the vagina and press the plunger to release the medication. After using the applicator, discard it.

Who Should not use Vagifem 10mcg Tablet?

Do not start using Vagifem 10mcg if you have unusual bleeding
If you have been diagnosed with a bleeding disorder do not use Vagifem 10mcg.
If you currently have or have had certain cancers do not use Vagifem 10mcg.
Do not use Vagifem 10mcg if you had a stroke or heart attack
If you currently have or have had blood clots, do not use vagifem 10mcg.
Do not use Vagifem if you currently have or have had liver problems
If you are allergic to Vagifem 10mcg or any of the ingredients, do not use vagifem 10mcg.

What Are The Common Side Effects Of Vagifem 10mcg?

Common side effects include;