Ortho-Est Side Effects

Generic Name: Estropipate

Please note - some side effects for Ortho-Est may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Ortho-Est - for the consumer

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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 Ortho-Est:

Abnormal hair growth; breast tenderness; changes in sex drive; cramps; depression; dizziness; flushing; hair loss; headache; intolerance to contact lenses; lightheadedness; nausea; reduced tolerance to carbohydrates; stomach bloating and upset; swelling; vaginal infection, bleeding, or spotting; weight changes.

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, or prolonged bleeding); changes in vision or speech (eg, change in contact lens fit, loss of vision); chest pain; coughing up blood; dizziness; fainting; mental/mood changes (eg, severe depression, memory loss); 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; weakness or numbness of an arm or leg; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

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