Vagifem

Description:
Vagifem relieves vaginal dryness, soreness and irritation associated with atrophic vaginitis. The tablet is easily inserted into the vagina where it is needed. Vagifem contains estradiol, the same type of estrogen that your body produced before menopause.

Use:
Using the disposable applicator, gently insert 1 Vagifem tablet into your vagina daily for the first 2 weeks. After that insert 1 tablet 2 times a week as directed by your doctor. Vagifem can be inserted at any time of the day but should be inserted at the same time every day.

Precautions when taking Vagifem:
Estrogens have been reported to increase the risk of endometrial carcinoma (cancer of the uterus). Vaginal estrogen therapy should not be used by women who are pregnant or who think they may be pregnant. It should not be used immediately after childbirth or while breast-feeding, and it should not be used by women who have unusual vaginal bleeding, a history of breast or uterine cancer, or a history of blood clots. While generally mild, side effects experienced by some women using Vagifem were vaginal spotting, vaginal discharge, allergic reaction, and skin rash. Other side effects include headache, abdominal pain, back pain, upper respiratory infection, vaginal itching, and vaginal yeast infection.

Possible Side Effects of Vagifem:
Adverse events when taking Vagifem generally have been mild: vaginal spotting, vaginal discharge, allergic reaction and skin rash, and/or headaches may occur.