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    • ESTRADIOL (TWICE WEEKLY) (Generic for MINIVELLE)

ESTRADIOL (es tra DYE ole) reduces the number and severity of hot flashes due to menopause. It may also help relieve the symptoms of menopause, such as vaginal irritation, dryness, or pain during sex. It can be used to prevent osteoporosis. It works by increasing levels of the hormone estrogen in the body. It is an estrogen hormone.


ESTRADIOL (TWICE WEEKLY) (Generic for MINIVELLE) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Norepinephrine Bitartrate 1.6mg/100mL, Dextrose 5%, Solution for injection

    Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    Severity: Moderate
    Notes for Consumers: Limit caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate and some herbal supplements) while taking Norepinephrine. Also avoid medicines containing additional Caffeine whenever possible. Side effects from Norepinephrine may get worse if you take excessive Caffeine. Taking a high amount of Caffeine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, tremor, or other side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS-stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants.

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