Estradiol + Sildenafil

Uses

Estradiol and Sildenafil are used in the treatment of female infertility.

How it Works

How Estradiol and Sildenafil Work Estradiol and Sildenafil is a combination of two hormonal medicines: Estradiol and Sildenafil. Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. It works by replacing the natural hormone in the body when it is deficient. Sildenafil is a vasodilator that widens blood vessels and increases blood flow to the uterus.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Estradiol and Sildenafil include diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, headache, nosebleeds, breast pain, flushing (a sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and pain in the extremities.

Expert Advice

  • Estradiol + Sildenafil helps improve the thickness of the endometrium in women undergoing treatment for infertility.
  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • You may experience menstrual irregularities, such as:
    • Spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods
    • Missed periods
  • Consult your doctor if these irregularities persist.
  • Ensure that you undergo regular breast screening for the presence of lumps or any abnormal changes, as well as cervical smear tests while taking this medicine.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice:
    • Unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs
    • Shortness of breath
    • Chest pain
    • Severe headache
    • Changes in vision
  • These symptoms could indicate a blood clot in a vein.
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