Estriol 0.1% Vaginal Cream
Brands Names: Ovestin
- Form of administration: Cream
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Why is the drug here:
A special vaginal cream used in pediatrics.
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Purpose of treatment:
In children, this cream is used only for the treatment of labial adhesions.
In adults, this cream can be used as hormonal treatment for vaginal disorder caused by estrogen deficiency.
- Ingredients: The active ingredient is called estriol, a natural estrogen, a concentration of 0.1%.
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How to use:
A small amount (pea-size) can be directly applied to the area of labial adhesion. The application can be done using your own hands or with the help of the applicator typically sold together with the cream. Use twice a day, for the number of days recommended by the physician who prescribed it.
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Benefits:
Practically speaking this is the almost the only cream available for treatment of this condition in children.
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Side Effects:
Local side effects include irritation or pruritis. It can also sometimes cause mild swelling in the area. Systemic side effects include development of breast buds when used for a long period of time.
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Another word from the doctor:
Almost the only cream available for labial adhesions, quite a common medical condition.
Find out everything you need to know about labial adhesions in the following link.