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General Medication Fact Sheet for Femoston
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Femoston |
| Generic Name | Estradiol/Dydrogesterone |
| Purpose | Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to relieve symptoms of menopause |
| Mechanism of Action | Estradiol replaces estrogen, and dydrogesterone acts as a progestogen to protect the endometrium |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | Estradiol 1mg/Dydrogesterone 10mg, Estradiol 2mg/Dydrogesterone 10mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically once daily, as directed by a healthcare provider |
| Common Side Effects | Headache, breast tenderness, nausea, abdominal pain, back pain |
| Serious Side Effects | Blood clots, stroke, heart attack, endometrial cancer, breast cancer |
| Drug Interactions | Enzyme-inducing drugs (e.g., rifampicin, carbamazepine), St. John’s Wort |
| Important Notes | Consult a doctor before use if you have a history of blood clots, breast cancer, or other hormone-sensitive cancers. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember unless it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Premarin, Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate), Estrace (estradiol), Activella |
Femoston Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Premarin (conjugated estrogens) | Estrogen replacement | Derived from natural sources. Used to treat menopausal symptoms. |
| Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate) | Progestin | Used to protect the endometrium in women taking estrogen. |
| Estrace (estradiol) | Estrogen replacement | Synthetic estradiol, available in various forms. |
| Activella (estradiol/norethindrone) | Combined estrogen and progestin | A combination HRT product similar in concept to Femoston. |
Femoston Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Headache | Blood clots (DVT, pulmonary embolism) |
| Breast tenderness | Stroke |
| Nausea | Heart attack |
| Abdominal pain | Endometrial cancer |
| Back pain | Breast cancer |
| Weight changes | Gallbladder disease |
Femoston Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menopausal Symptoms | Estradiol 1mg/Dydrogesterone 10mg | As directed by a healthcare provider, often cycled | Take at the same time each day. Follow the prescribed cycle (if any). |
| Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) | Estradiol 1mg or 2mg/Dydrogesterone 10mg | As directed by a healthcare provider, may be continuous or cyclical | Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Report any unusual bleeding. |
Femoston Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $20 – $50 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $120 – $180 |
| From CPS | $102.84 |
