Estropipate Drug Information

• Estropipate

Estropipate is a prescription medicine used to replace estrogen that the ovaries no longer produce. This eMedTV article explains what estropipate is used for, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists potential side effects that may occur.

• Side Effects of Estropipate

Potential side effects of estropipate include hair loss, headaches, and bloating. As this eMedTV page explains, while most side effects are mild, some are potentially serious and may require prompt medical attention, such as an allergic reaction.

• What Is Estropipate Used For?

Estropipate is most often used for treating menopausal symptoms. This eMedTV segment lists other approved estropipate uses, explains how the drug works for these conditions, and describes off-label uses that were previously considered legitimate.

• Estropipate Dosage

Depending on the condition being treated, estropipate dosing guidelines will vary from woman to woman. This eMedTV segment offers estropipate dosage recommendations for treating menopause symptoms, osteoporosis prevention, and estrogen replacement.

• Drug Interactions With Estropipate

Grapefruit juice, cyclosporine, and barbiturates may cause drug interactions with estropipate. This eMedTV resource describes the potential effects of these estropipate interactions and lists other products that may interact with the estrogen drug.

• Precautions and Warnings With Estropipate

You should not use estropipate if you have ever had a blood clot or pulmonary embolism. This eMedTV page provides a list of other precautions and warnings with estropipate, including more information on who should not use this medication.