Progynova- A Relief for Postmenopausal Women

Prognova is essentially a medicine prescribed to women suffering from the lack of production of adequate amount of hormone. The medicine is mostly given to postmenopausal women. The active ingredient listed in the medicine is Estradiol valerate. This medicine comes in a tablet memo pack. Each memo pack contains 28 tablets. The tablets are sugar coated for oral administration.

Estradiol valerate is prescribed for treating hot flashes, vaginal dryness, burning, and itching. It is also used in the form of vaginal cream, injections, vaginal tabs, and skin patches to treat ovarian disorder and osteoporosis. Any women suffering from the insufficient production of hormones can benefit from this medicine. The drug is also prescribed for both men and women as a treatment for some specific cancers. This drug is a part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Estrace an Indian pharmaceutical company manufactures Progynova.

What Precautions Should You Take?

It is very important to follow the doctor's instruction while taking this medication.  Do not exceed the dosage prescribed by the physician and complete the entire prescribed medicine course to ensure that the medicine works properly. While you are consuming the medicine, you might experience some symptoms of relief, when so do not stop taking the medicine. Ensure you complete the course, as any obstruction in the medicine course will adversely affect the body.

The drug should not be used for prolonged period as it may increase the risk of developing into ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and breast cancer. As a precautionary measure, the doctor might ask for frequent mammograms and physical examinations. From time to time, the doctor will also check for the levels of estrogen in your body. Usually the doctor prescribing this medicine will also prescribe Progestin to decrease the risk of developing uterine cancer.

When should you avoid this medicine?

The doctor would advice when not to take this medicine after checking your medical history, but certain general conditions to avoid include:

·        Abnormal vaginal bleeding

·        Allergies to this drug or any of its ingredients

·        Breast cancer

·        Uterine cancer

·        Heart disease

·        History of blood clots

·        Liver disease

·        Breast feeding

·        Pregnant

·        Recent Stroke

·        Hormone related cancers

The administration of the medicine should be completely stopped in the following situations:

·        New onset of migraine-type headache

·        Pregnancy

·        Jaundice or deterioration in liver function

·        Significant increase in blood pressure.