Estring Vagl

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Estring Vagl Side Effects

Vaginal discomfort, increased vaginal discharge, dizziness, light-headedness, headache, stomach upset, bloating, nausea, weight changes, increased/decreased interest in sex, and breast tenderness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

mental/mood changes (e.g., severe depression, memory loss)
vision changes (e.g., change in contact lens fit, loss of vision)
swelling of hands or feet
breast lumps
unusual vaginal bleeding (e.g., spotting, breakthrough bleeding, prolonged/recurrent bleeding)
unusual vaginal discharge/itching/odor
stomach/abdominal/pelvic pain
yellowing eyes or skin

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these unlikely but very serious side effects occur:

calf pain/swelling
sudden severe headache
chest pain
trouble breathing
weakness on one side of the body
slurred speech

Vaginal rings have rarely caused a very serious (possibly fatal) bacterial infection (toxic shock syndrome-TSS). Remove this product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop symptoms of toxic shock syndrome, including:

high fever
severe/sudden dizziness
fainting
unusual muscle pain
sunburn-like rash
diarrhea

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: