Novofem 1 mg. FC tablet.
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of symptoms associated with estrogen deficiency in postmenopausal women.
Dosage (summary)
One tablet daily; red for 16 days, white for 12 days.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Anticonvulsants
- Antibiotics
- St John's wort
- Ciclosporin
- Insulin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Breast cancer
- Estrogen-dependent tumors
- Undiagnosed bleeding
- Thromboembolic disorders
- Active liver disease
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Breast tenderness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Weight increase
Counselling Points
- Take at the same time daily
- Report any unusual bleeding
- Regular breast examinations recommended
- Monitor mood changes
Serious warnings
- Increased risk of thromboembolism
- Breast cancer risk
- Endometrial cancer risk
- Possible dementia risk over 65
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