Estradiol acetate Side Effects

Brand Names: Alora, Climara, Delestrogen, Depo-Estradiol, Estrace, Estraderm, Estrasorb, Evamist, Femring, Femtrace, Menostar, Vivelle, Vivelle-Dot

Please note - some side effects for Estradiol acetate may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

Side Effects of Estradiol acetate - for the Consumer

Estradiol acetate

Applies to: oral tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Estradiol acetate:

Abnormal hair growth; breast tenderness; changes in sex drive; cramps; dizziness; flushing; hair loss; headache; lightheadedness; nausea; stomach bloating and upset; swelling.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal vaginal bleeding; breast lumps; changes in vaginal bleeding (eg, spotting, breakthrough bleeding, prolonged bleeding); changes in speech; coughing of blood; mental/mood changes (eg, severe depression, memory loss); migraine headache; pain in calves or chest; pain, swelling, or tenderness in the stomach; severe headache or vomiting; sudden shortness of breath; swelling of hands or feet; unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor; vision changes (eg, double vision, changes in contact lens fit, loss of vision); weakness or numbness of an arm or leg; weight changes; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

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