Estrabet 0.06% Gel
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Product introduction
Estrabet 0.06% Gel is a female hormone that is identical to estrogen. This is a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that is used to treat symptoms associated with menopause. This topical preparation helps to treat hot flush, vaginal burning, dryness, and itching cause due to lack of estrogen.
Use Estrabet 0.06% Gel in the exact way as instructed by your doctor or mentioned on the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Even if your symptoms improve, you should continue the treatment as it has been prescribed. Do not stop using the medicine until the full course is completed.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, flatulence, and breast pain. These usually go away if you continue using it. Tell your doctor if you have bleeding in your vagina. Your doctor may give you an alternative medicine.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding or if you have ever had a blood clot in your legs or your lungs. Once you have started using this medicine you should have regular check-ups to discuss the benefits of your treatment. It should not interact with any other medicines but it is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Use Estrabet 0.06% Gel in the exact way as instructed by your doctor or mentioned on the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Even if your symptoms improve, you should continue the treatment as it has been prescribed. Do not stop using the medicine until the full course is completed.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, flatulence, and breast pain. These usually go away if you continue using it. Tell your doctor if you have bleeding in your vagina. Your doctor may give you an alternative medicine.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding or if you have ever had a blood clot in your legs or your lungs. Once you have started using this medicine you should have regular check-ups to discuss the benefits of your treatment. It should not interact with any other medicines but it is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Estrabet Gel
Benefits of Estrabet Gel
In Hormone replacement therapy
Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years, this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. Estrogen is one of two important hormones (the other is progesterone) used in this treatment. Vaginal tablets and creams are an easy way to deliver hormones but may not treat all the symptoms. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Estrabet Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Estrabet
- Headache
- Breast pain
- Flatulence
How to use Estrabet Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Estrabet Gel works
Estrabet 0.06% Gel contains a medication called estrogen (female sex hormone). It works by replacing estrogen that is normally produced by the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Estrabet 0.06% Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Estrabet 0.06% Gel is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
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Quick tips
- Estrabet 0.06% Gel is used to relieve vaginal dryness, itching or irritation associated with menopause.
- Use the applicator provided to insert a measured dose of gel into your vagina before going to bed.
- It works locally in the vagina therefore, side effects are rare.
- It may damage condoms and diaphragms and reduce their effectiveness. Use a non-hormonal method of contraception.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Estradiol Congeners
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Estrogens
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Estrabet 0.06% Gel
Once A Day
48%
Twice A Day
43%
Thrice A Day
10%
What are you using Estrabet Gel for?
Hormone repla*
67%
Others
33%
*Hormone replacement therapy
How much was the improvement?
Poor
56%
Excellent
22%
Average
22%
What were the side-effects while using Estrabet 0.06% Gel?
Breast pain
20%
Vaginal burni*
20%
Abdominal cra*
20%
Nausea
20%
Headache
20%
*Vaginal burning sensation, Abdominal cramp
How do you take Estrabet Gel?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Estrabet 0.06% Gel on price
Expensive
83%
Average
17%
FAQs
What is Estrabet 0.06% Gel and what is it used for?
Estrabet 0.06% Gel contains a medicine called Estradiol which is a form of female sex hormone, estrogen. It is used after menopause to reduce moderate to severe hot flushes caused due to lack of estrogen.
How to use Estrabet 0.06% Gel?
Your doctor usually prescribes the lowest possible dose of Estrabet 0.06% Gel. This medicine is applied to an unbroken, clean, and dry skin. Allow the skin to dry completely before covering with a cloth. Wash your hands with soap and water after applying this medicine. Use this medicine only as advised by your doctor. Do not use more than you have been advised.
What if I forget to use Estrabet 0.06% Gel?
You may apply the missed dose as soon as you remember unless you are not 12 hours late. If you are more than 12 hours late, then skip the missed dose and follow the usual dosing schedule.
What are the common side effects of using Estrabet 0.06% Gel?
The common side effects of using Estrabet 0.06% Gel are headache, breast pain, and flatulence. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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- Masters SB. Hypothalmic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 701-702.
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Expires on or after: June, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
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Expires on or after: June, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Estrabet 0.06% Gel. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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