Premarin Generic - Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Price

Action Mechanism

Endogenous estrogens containing Premarin Cream is largely responsible for the development as well as maintenance of the reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics in females.

Although circulating estrogens do exist in a dynamic equilibrium, estradiol is an estrogen, a female sexual hormones, which is substantially more potent than its metabolites, estrone, and estriol, at the receptor level.

Dosage

• Read the patient information leaflet carefully before you start using Premarin Cream. If you have any questions on how to use this product, ask your physician.
• Use this local application cream as directed by your physician. Fill the applicator with the medicated cream according to the instructions.
• Insert the applicator deep into the vagina and then press the plunger to discharge the cream.
• Make sure you clean the applicator with warm water and rinse it well. Do not use hot water or boil to clean the applicator.
• Use Premarin Cream regularly to get the most out of it. Follow the dosing schedule carefully.
• Do not increase your dosage or use excess medication for a longer duration than advised.
• Tell your physician if your condition worsens or does not improve.

Precautions

• Before using Premarin Cream, inform your physician whether you are allergic to any medications, including conjugated estrogens.
• This product may contain some inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other issues. Talk to your physician for more details.
• Prior to using this cream, tell your physician if you have any medical condition, such as unexplained vaginal bleeding, certain cancers, blood clots, stroke, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.
• Do not smoke or use tobacco while using Premarin Cream. Conjugated estrogens combined with smoking can increase your risk of blood clots, high blood pressure, especially in women above 35 years of age.
• Tell your physician if you just had or will be undergoing any surgical intervention or if you will be confined to a wheelchair or bed for a long time. These conditions may increase your risk of getting blood clots.
• You may need to stop this medication for some time or take special precautions in certain cases.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Bloating
• Breast tenderness
• Headache
• Weight changes

NOTE :These are a few common side effects of Premarin Cream. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, seek medical attention right away. Tell your physician if you have any serious side effects, such as mental or mood changes (depression or memory loss), breast lumps, unusual vaginal bleeding, vaginal irritation/itching, foul odor/discharge, severe abdominal pain, persistent, dark urine, swelling hands or ankles, or increased thirst or urination.