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FDA recommends that ET/HT use is considered solely for the prevention of osteoporosis, other approved non estrogen treatments should first be considered carefully

1. Estrogen therapy

Climara, Estrace, Estraderm, Estratab, Ogen, Ortho-Est, Premarin, Vivelle

2. Hormone Therapy

Activella, Femhrt, Premphase, Prempro

Adverse Effects

• HTN
• Hyperlipidemia
• Migraine
• Chronic thrombophlebitis
• Endometriois
• Increased risk of breast and endometrial cancer

Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators   

Raloxifene (Evista)

60 mg/day

Some of the benefits of estrogens without the potential side effects

Approved by FDA for treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. It increases the risk of DVT and hot flashes.

Hormone Therapy