In Hormone replacement therapy Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, 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. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.In Hormone replacement therapy Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, 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. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.
How it works
Divigel 0.1% Gel contains a medication called estrogen (female sex hormone). It works by replacing estrogen that is normally produced by the body.Divigel 0.1% Gel contains a medication called estrogen (female sex hormone). It works by replacing estrogen that is normally produced by the body.
Alcohol
No interaction has been found or established.No interaction has been found or established.
Pregnancy
Not Safe: Divigel 0.1% Gel is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.Not Safe: Divigel 0.1% Gel is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
Not Safe: Divigel 0.1% Gel is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.Not Safe: Divigel 0.1% Gel is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/establishedNo interaction found/established
Kidney
Caution Advised: Divigel 0.1% Gel should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Divigel 0.1% Gel may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.Caution Advised: Divigel 0.1% Gel should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Divigel 0.1% Gel may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Liver
Caution Advised: Divigel 0.1% Gel should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Divigel 0.1% Gel may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Divigel 0.1% Gel is not recommended in patients who previously had liver disease and the liver function tests are still not normal.Caution Advised: Divigel 0.1% Gel should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Divigel 0.1% Gel may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Divigel 0.1% Gel is not recommended in patients who previously had liver disease and the liver function tests are still not normal.
Use Divigel 0.1% Gel as directed by your doctor, applying it below the panty line and not on breasts or other areas. Ensure the area is clean and dry, free from cuts, bruises, lotions, or creams. Avoid reapplying in the same spot for at least one week to minimize skin irritation.
Where should Divigel 0.1% Gel be applied?
Apply Divigel 0.1% Gel to a hairless area of skin below the waist, such as the buttock, lower back, hip, or abdomen. Ensure the site is dry and clean.
What are the common side effects of Divigel 0.1% Gel?
Common side effects include application site reactions (redness, pain, itching), breast pain, breakthrough vaginal bleeding, headache, nausea, and stomach pain. Consult your doctor if these side effects are bothersome.
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