Estradiol and Drospirenone
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Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.
Overview
Estradiol/drospirenone is a prescription medication used after menopause to reduce moderate to severe hot flashes and treat moderate to severe menopausal changes in and around the vagina.
It is a single product containing two hormones, estradiol and drospirenone, and belongs to a group of drugs called estrogen and progestin combinations. Together these work as a hormone replacement to relieve issues caused by hormonal changes.
This medication comes in tablet form and is usually taken once daily, with or without food.
Common side effects of include stomach pain, headache, and breast pain.
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