Tibolone

Uses

Tibolone is used for postmenopausal osteoporosis and hormone replacement therapy.

How it Works

How Tibolone works Tibolone is a hormonal medication that mimics the effects of estrogen, progesterone, and androgen. It compensates for the loss of estrogen production in postmenopausal women and alleviates menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal issues. Additionally, it helps prevent bone loss following menopause.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Tibolone include endometrial hyperplasia, weight gain, vaginal discharge, pelvic pain, breast tenderness, genital itching, lower abdominal pain, abnormal hair growth, vaginal bleeding, postmenopausal hemorrhage, cervical dysplasia, abnormal cervical smear, and vaginal yeast infection.

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