Prempro

Company: Wyeth
Approval Status: Approved January 1998
Treatment for: Hormone replacement therapy
Areas: Diabetes / Endocrinology; Pregnancy & Gynecology
Possible similar drugs: Prempro & Premphase

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General Information

Prempro has been cleared for marketing with a new, increased progestin dose. The new dose of Prempro (conjugated estrogens/medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets) contains 0.625 mg Premarin (conjugated estrogens) and 5 mg medroxyprogesterone acetate. The previously approved dose contains 0.625 mg Premarin and 2.5 mg medroxyprogesterone acetate. The drug is approved for use as a combination estrogen and progestin hormone replacement therapy.

Side Effects

Common side effects may include nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, and abdominal pain.

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Prempro Drug Information

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