Evafem 2mg Tablet 28'S

Evafem tablet is a female sex hormone (estrogen) used in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, and itching. It can also help alleviate or reduce symptoms of estrogen deficiency and prevent bone thinning (osteoporosis). Evafem tablet should be taken by swallowing it with water.

You can take it with or without food, but it is important to take it at the same time each day for optimal effectiveness. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and duration of treatment to effectively manage your symptoms. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; however, do not skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment.

Do not stop taking this medication abruptly without consulting your doctor, as it may affect the medication's effectiveness. Common side effects of this hormone replacement therapy include headaches, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, abdominal cramps or bloating, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss. You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience warning signs such as breast lumps, unusual vaginal bleeding, dizziness, severe headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, or leg pain.

Before starting this medication, inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medications for similar or different conditions. Additionally, discuss a history of unexplained vaginal bleeding or any past blood clots in your legs or lungs with your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you must also notify your doctor before taking this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose are nausea and vomiting. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Evafem tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Evafem tablet may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Evafem tablet is a semi-synthetic version of the hormone estrogen present in the body of females. Its action is identical to that of biological estrogen. It binds to the estrogen receptors and shows a beneficial effect on bone density and inhibits bone restoration associated with osteoporosis in menopausal women.

Directions for Use

• Take Evafem tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food.
• You should take this medicine regularly and without fail as directed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Evafem tablet during pregnancy?

Evafem tablet should not be used during pregnancy. When pregnancy is detected, this medicine should be discontinued immediately. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Evafem tablet while breastfeeding?

Evafem tablet should not be used while breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are a

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Evafem tablet?

If you experience dizziness or, headache after taking Evafem tablet, then avoid driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Evafem tablet?

Do not consume alcohol with Evafem tablet as it may alter the effectiveness of this medicine. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience or have a thickening of the endometrium.
• You have liver, kidney, thyroid or heart-related problems.
• You have a bleeding or clotting disorder.
• You have high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, fits, and thickening of ear tissue.
• You have a risk of cancer, such as the breast or the endometrium.
• You have allergic conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
• You have a severe headache or migraine.
• You had or have decreased blood supply to the brain (stroke).
• You experience fluid retention in the body.
• You have a high level of lipids in your body.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to estradiol or any of the other ingredients of the Evafem tablet.
• If you had a history of or have breast cancer.
• If you have undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding.
• If you had a history of or are suspected to have oestrogen-dependent tumours such as endometrial cancer.
• If you have untreated thickening of the endometrial lining.
• If you have or had a severe liver or renal problem.
• If you had or have any blood clotting disorder of veins such as venous thromboembolism.
• If you have any heart-related conditions such as chest pain due to blockage in arteries (myocardial infarction, angina).
• If you have related disorders such as porphyria, protein C, and protein S deficiency.

Side effects

• Headache
• Migraine
• Altered mood
• Increased or decreased weight
• Increased appetite
• Visual disturbance
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Skin rash
• Palpitations

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines may alter the effect of Evafem tablet or this medicine may alter the effect of other medicines.
• Concomitant use of Evafem tablet and anti-fits medicines like phenytoin, primidone, anti-infective medicines like rifampicin, rifabutin and herbal products like St. John's wort can decrease the effect of Evafem tablet.
• Anti-HIV medicines like saquinavir, indinavir, etc when used with Evafem tablet can interfere with the effect of this medicine.
• Anti-fungal medicines like fluconazole, itraconazole may increase the effect of Evafem tablet and may increase the risk of side effects.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Interactions with food items

Evafem tablet can be taken with or without food. It is advised to avoid grapefruit juice while taking Evafem tablet, as it can interfere with the metabolism of the medication and potentially increase the risk of side effects.

Storage and disposal

• Store Evafem tablets below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking Evafem tablet on my own?

No, you should never stop taking Evafem tablet until advised to do so by your doctor, even if you are feeling well. If you stop taking this medicine, it may lead to treatment failure.

Is it fine if I occasionally smoke while taking Evafem tablet?

You should avoid smoking while taking Evafem tablet, as it may cause some serious effects.

What is Evafem tablet used for?

Evafem tablet is used to treat oestrogen deficiency in pre and postmenopausal women as a hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It is also used to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.

How does Evafem tablet work?

Evafem tablet contains estradiol as its active component, which is a semi-synthetic version of the hormone estrogen present in the body of females. Its action is identical tothat of biological estrogen. It binds to the estrogen receptors and shows a beneficial effect on bone density and inhibits bone restoration associated with osteoporosis in menopausal women.

Can you drink while taking Evafem tablet?

Do not consume alcohol with Evafem tablet as it may alter the effectiveness of this medicine. Consult your doctor if you frequently consume it.

What are the side effects of Evafem tablet?

Headache, migraine, altered mood, increased or decreased weight, increased appetite, visual disturbance are a few side effects of Evafem tablet. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on their own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.