Vagifem
Vagifem (pronounced: vah-jee-fem) is a brand name for a type of estrogen medication used to treat certain symptoms of menopause such as dryness, burning, and itching of the vagina and urgency or irritation with urination.
Etymology
The term "Vagifem" is a combination of the words "vagina" and "fem" (short for female), indicating its use for female vaginal health.
Usage
Vagifem is a vaginal tablet that is inserted into the vagina using a special applicator provided with the medication. It works by increasing the amount of estrogen in the body, which can help to reduce the symptoms of menopause.
Side Effects
Like all medications, Vagifem can cause side effects. These may include headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach/abdominal cramps, bloating, nausea and vomiting, and hair loss. More serious side effects can include mental/mood changes (such as depression, memory loss), breast lumps, unusual vaginal bleeding (such as spotting, breakthrough bleeding, prolonged/recurrent bleeding), increased or new vaginal irritation/itching/odor/discharge, severe stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea/vomiting, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine, swelling hands/ankles/feet, increased thirst/urination.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vagifem
- Wikipedia's article - Vagifem
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