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Side Effects of Estratest

Estratest is a prescription medicine that is used for the treatment of menopause and its symptoms. It is a medication that is intended for short-term use. Estratest can decrease incidences of hot flashes (sweating and flushing of the face and upper body) and manage burning, dryness and itchiness of the vaginal area. As with any medicines, there are some possible negative side effects that are occasionally associated with Estratest.

  1. Common Side Effects

    • There are some common side effects that can occur as a result of Estratest. These side effects are usually not considered to be cause for alarm, as they tend to subside on their own as the body adjusts to the medicine. However, if the side effects get worse or do not go away, it might be necessary to consult a doctor. These side effects are fluid retention, the voice becoming deeper, dark or spotty facial patches, scalp hair loss, nausea, cramps, sex drive changes, unusual sensations of the skin, bloating, acne, the breasts increasing in size, abnormal growth of body hair and bizarre body movements.

    Serious Side Effects

    • Serious side effects are also possible with Estratest. In cases of serious side effects, it is necessary to seek emergency medical attention. Some potentially dangerous side effects of Estratest include sudden migraine headache, passing out, dizziness, swelling of the ankles, legs and fingers, changes in weight, yellowing of the eyes or of the skin, shortness of breath, stomachache, slurred speech, tenderness, swelling, one-sided weakness, vaginal infection, mood and mental changes, vision changes, menstrual flow changes, breast secretion, dark urine, coughing up of blood, unusual vaginal spotting or bleeding, facial hair, problems with wearing contact lenses, loss of memory and breast lumps.

    Warnings

    • Certain types of individuals are advised against using Estratest. These persons include those who have unusual vaginal bleeding (that has not been examined by a physician), nursing or pregnant females, those with hormone-dependent, breast or uterine cancers or liver cancer and those who have recently dealt with stroke, circulation issues or heart attack.

    Caution

    • It is vital to notify your doctor of your present medical condition as well, particularly if you have migraine headaches, hypertension, endometriosis, heart disease, depression, lupus, high levels of cholesterol, diabetes, gallbladder disease, kidney disease, asthma or epilepsy. Smokers should also notify their doctors as well.

    Overdose

    • If a person suspects that she might have taken too much Estratest, she must seek emergency medical help as soon as possible. Some symptoms of Estratest overdose include nausea, throwing up and vaginal bleeding.

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