الأدوية والمكملات الغذائية

Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

It is very important that you use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may cause unwanted side effects.

This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow the instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may change the amount of this medicine that is absorbed in the body.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • For hot flashes and other symptoms caused by menopause:
    • Adults—One Ogen® 0.625 (0.75 mg estropipate) tablet to two Ogen® 2.5 (3 mg estropipate) tablets per day.
    • Children—Use is not recommended.
  • For treatment of changes in and around the vagina (such as vaginal dryness, itching, and burning) caused by low estrogen levels or menopause.
    • Adults—One Ogen® 0.625 (0.75 mg estropipate) tablet to two Ogen® 2.5 (3 mg estropipate) tablets per day.
    • Children—Use is not recommended.
  • For female hypogonadism, female castration, or primary ovarian failure:
    • Adults—One Ogen® 1.25 (1.5 mg estropipate) tablet to three Ogen® 2.5 (3 mg estropipate) tablets per day may be given for the first 3 weeks of a cycle, followed by a rest period of 8 to 10 days. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed and tolerated.
    • Children—Use is not recommended.
  • For prevention of osteoporosis after menopause:
    • Adults—One Ogen® 0.625 (0.75 mg estropipate) tablet for 25 days of a 31-day cycle per month.
    • Children—Use is not recommended.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.