Yuvafem

Yuvafem Dosage

Yuvafem dosage should be determined by the patient’s medical history, needs and response to treatment. Typically, the recommended dosage of Yuvafem is one tablet inserted into the vagina once daily for the first two weeks of treatment. After that, the dosage may be reduced to one tablet inserted into the vagina twice a week. It is important to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider regarding the dosage and duration of treatment.

Yuvafem Side Effects

Common side effects of Yuvafem may include:

• Headache
• Breast tenderness
• Vaginal discharge
• Vaginal itching or irritation
• Stomach cramps
• Vaginal yeast infections
• Back pain
• Diarrhea
• Trouble sleeping (insomnia)
• Depression

These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if you experience severe or persistent side effects, contact your doctor or healthcare provider.

Serious side effects are very rare but may include:

• Chest pain with or without shortness of breath, weakness or fatigue
• Severe headache
• Changes in vision or speech
• Signs of an allergic reaction (swelling of the face, tongue, mouth or throat)

If you experience any of the above warning signs of a serious side effect, contact your healthcare provider immediately. We encourage you to contact your healthcare provider to share any concerning symptoms you may experience when the treatment is started.

Note: this is not a full list of Yuvafem possible side effects, if you note any side effects that are not listed contact your doctor or pharmacist to get the right advice.

Yuvafem Benefits

• Reduces vaginal dryness
• Reduces vaginal itching
• Reduce vaginal burning
• Reduce pain during intercourse

Yuvafem Contraindications

You should not use Yuvafem if you:

• Are allergic to Estradiol or any ingredients in the medication.
• Have history of blood clots: Women with a history of blood clots in the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism).
• Have a history of heart attack, blood clot or stroke. The medication can increase the risk of cardiovascular events in individuals with a history of these conditions.
• Liver disease. Yuvafem tablets are metabolized in the liver, and liver dysfunction can affect its clearance from the body and increase the risk of adverse effects.
• Uncontrolled high blood pressure: Women with uncontrolled high blood pressure should be cautious when using Yuvafem. This medication can increase blood pressure, and individuals with pre-existing hypertension may experience further elevation of blood pressure.
• Breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive cancers.

These contraindications are general guidelines, and individual patient factors and medical history should be considered when determining the appropriateness of using Yuvafem as part of menopausal hormone therapy. If a doctor prescribed Yuvafem tablets as part of your menopause treatment, your individual factors and health history should have been evaluated making sure that the medication will not put your health at risk.