Premarin: Understanding Estrogen Therapy for Menopause Symptoms

Premarin is an estrogen medication used to treat hot flashes, night sweats and other symptoms associated with menopause. A woman's estrogen levels decreases with menopause.

Types

• There are three different types of Premarin: Premarin tablets, an estrogen medication for women who have had a hysterectomy and Prempro, an oral combination of estrogen and progestin for women who still have their reproductive systems. Premarin Cream, is a topical medication for and painful intercourse.

Function

• Menopause occurs when ovaries stop producing estrogen. It can also be triggered by the surgical removal of ovaries as part of a hysterectomy.

Symptoms

• Common symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and loss of vaginal lubrication leading to painful intercourse.

Bone Loss

• Loss of estrogen can also lead to bone loss, sometimes causing osteoporosis.

Benefits

• Premarin can relieve symptoms of menopause and help to prevent osteoporosis.

Warning

• Estrogen may increase the chances of developing uterine and breast cancer, heart attacks, strokes, blood clots, and dementia.