Prefest is a medication that contains estradiol and norgestimate as active ingredients in combination form, which belong to the drug class of hormones (estrogen and progestin).
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Prefest is a medication that contains estradiol and norgestimate as active ingredients in combination form, which belong to the drug class of hormones (estrogen and progestin).
How should I use this medication?
Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time each day. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.
A patient package insert for the product will be given with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. The sheet may change often.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medication?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer wanted or have expired:
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
What may interact with this medication?
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. You should have a complete check-up every 6 months. You will need a regular breast and pelvic exam. You should also discuss the need for regular mammograms with your care team, and follow their guidelines.
This medication can make your body retain fluid, making your fingers, hands, or ankles swell. Your blood pressure can go up. Contact your care team if you feel you are retaining fluid.
Talk to your care team if you may be pregnant. Serious birth defects can occur if you take this medication during pregnancy.
Talk to your care team if you use tobacco products. Changes to your treatment plan may be needed. Tobacco increases the risk of getting a blood clot or having a stroke while you are taking this medication. The risk is higher if you are 35 years or older.
If you wear contact lenses and notice visual changes, or if the lenses begin to feel uncomfortable, consult your eye care specialist.
If you are going to need surgery or other procedure, tell your care team that you are using this medication.
What are the most serious risks of this medication?
Do not use this medicine to prevent heart disease. Using estrogens with or without progestins may increase your chances of getting heart attacks, strokes, or blood clots.
Estrogens with progestins may increase your chances of getting breast cancer. Talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medicine if you have ever had cancer. Call your healthcare provider right away if you get new breast lumps.
Estrogens with or without progestins may increase your chance of getting dementia based on a study of women 65 years of age or older.
If you have a uterus, using estrogens alone (without progestins) may increase your chance of uterine cancer (cancer of the womb).
Source: This information is sourced from Elsevier Inc.
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