Sequidot
Sequidot is a hormone replacement therapy used by women who have gone through menopause to relieve symptoms and prevent bone weakening.
Form
depotlaastari
Active Ingredient
Estradiol hemihydrate
Manufacturer
Sandoz A/S
How to Use
Dosage
Apply one patch twice a week (every 3-4 days). Start with Phase I patches for the first two weeks, then switch to Phase II patches for the next two weeks.
Method
Apply the patch below your waist on your lower abdomen. Do not apply it to your breasts or on irritated skin. Change the application site each time, ensuring the skin is clean, dry, and cool.
Important
Do not use more than one patch at a time. Always follow your doctor's instructions for the lowest effective dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Skin reactions where the patch is applied, such as irritation, redness, or itching
- •Breast pain or tenderness
- •Menstrual pain or irregular bleeding
- •Feeling down or anxious, mood swings
- •Trouble sleeping
- •Nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, or stomach pain
- •Acne, rash, dry or itchy skin
- •Vaginal discharge or inflammation
- •Body aches, such as back or limb pain
- •Feeling weak, fluid retention (swelling in hands or feet)
- •Weight changes
RARE
- •Migraine, dizziness, or high blood pressure
- •Vomiting or skin discoloration
- •Blood clots, such as in the legs or lungs
- •Gallstones or hair loss
- •Muscle weakness or benign growths in the uterus (fibroids)
- •Cysts near ovaries or polyps in the cervix
- •Changes in sexual desire
- •Severe skin reactions (like hives), or difficulty breathing due to allergies
- •Impaired sugar tolerance (difficulty processing carbohydrates)
- •Involuntary movements of eyes, head, or neck
- •Difficulty or discomfort with contact lenses
- •Jaundice (yellowing of eyes and face)
- •Excessive hair growth
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you have or have had breast cancer or other estrogen-dependent cancer.
- Stop use and see a doctor if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding.
- Seek immediate medical help if you notice signs of a blood clot, such as painful leg swelling, sudden chest pain, or trouble breathing.
- Stop use and contact your doctor if your skin or eyes turn yellow (jaundice).
- Stop treatment immediately and contact your doctor if you become pregnant.
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- Get urgent medical care if you have swelling of your face, tongue, or throat, or trouble breathing.