Depending on gender, certain hormones dominate in the human body, with the help of which a number of distinctive features of the structure and functions of the organs of the body that determine the sex of the body are formed. In women, estrogen performs this function.
They help the beautiful half to remain feminine. Hormones are produced by the ovaries and adrenal cortex, and during pregnancy, their formation is carried out by the placenta.
Functions of Steroid Hormones
With the normal production of estrogen, the representative of the fair half fulfills its mission (having a baby) and blooms. A deficiency of this substance leads to the inability to carry out this function and a deterioration in appearance. But some excess is fraught with their overabundance, provoking the formation of hormone-dependent neoplasms.
At a certain age, estrogen production occurs in a woman’s body, with the help of which puberty occurs. At the same time as other hormones, steroidal drugs influence metabolic processes in tissue cells.
When are medicines prescribed?
According to the instructions for use, it is known that the following conditions serve as indications for estrogen-containing preparations:
- Deficiency of ovarian function, which is characterized by a decrease or complete cessation of hormone production.
- To alleviate the symptoms, accompanied by representatives of the fair half in the menopause.
- In the absence of the formation of their own steroid hormones when removing the uterus with appendages.
- Conditions provoked by an excess of testosterone.
- As a contraception.
Small production of steroid hormones leads to a malfunction of the menstrual cycle, as well as a loss in the ability to reproduce sexually. Restoration of reproductive function is possible with the use of hormone replacement treatment, as well as vaginal preparations, and regeneration of vaginal tissue. One of these medicines is gel.
Gestagen contraceptives
In medicine, medications that can normalize the hormonal background have long been used. All of them have both pluses and minuses, causing damage to the body.
Specialists are constantly working on the development of new medicines that have the least pronounced side effects. At the same time, they should be consumed only in the presence of certain purposes. Forms of release of estrogen - containing drugs: tablets, gels, suppositories.
There are several types of hormonal drugs:
- Natural steroids that contain estrogens made from animal urine, which is considered to cause frequent allergies in patients.
- Synthetic substitutes are invented in laboratories by chemical transformations. Such drugs are highly effective and are used to eliminate most hormone-dependent lesions.
- Phytoestrogens, which are made from plant materials. They are used in the absence of the natural production of hormones by the body, for example, during menopause.
Tablets
According to the content, medicines are divided into the following types:
- Medications that contain only estrogens.
- Complex drugs that have estrogens and gestagens.
All these medicines for representatives are also subdivided according to the direction of impact:
- Birth control pills.
- Means of hormone replacement therapy.
Drugs that are used to restore hormone deficiency in the body, which is estrogen in tablets, are used for menstrual disorders and the restoration of reproductive function in women.
List of estrogen-containing drugs with a description
Such drugs effectively eliminate the signs of menopause and normalize the hormonal background in the fair half. As estrogen contained in such tablets, estradiol, as a rule, acts. And the following pharmacological medicines are considered the most famous among them:
- In most situations, Estradiol is prescribed to women during menopause to restore the balance of hormones in the body.
- "Premarin" is used for menstrual disorders, as well as for uterine bleeding.
- "Estrofeminal" is prescribed for infertility. It helps normalize hormone levels in women of reproductive age.
- "Gormopleks" is a medication of a wide range of effects. It can be used by the fair half, regardless of age and causes of hormone deficiency.
Additional list of estrogen-containing drugs
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- "Proginova" can be used for any phenomena of hormonal deficiency.
- "Ovestin" contains estriol as an active substance. Appointments for its use are symptoms of menopause, as well as infertility and related conditions after undergoing surgical interventions to remove reproductive organs.
- "Triquilar" is a complex medication that contains high concentrations of hormones. In women using this combined contraceptive, the menstrual cycle becomes more constant, less painful periods are observed, the intensity of bleeding decreases, and subsequently, the likelihood of iron deficiency anemia decreases.
- "Microginon" refers to a group of combined estrogen-progestogen drugs. The use of the drug stabilizes the female menstrual cycle. Menstruation becomes less painful, and the intensity of bleeding also decreases.
Hormone pills
The following birth control pills are considered the most famous:
- "Activel" - a combined medicine, the effect of which is due to the substances included in its structure. Monophasic estrogen-progestogen medication.
- “Zhanin”, when used correctly, has a contraceptive effect, which is to prevent the development of an unwanted pregnancy in a woman.
- "Lindinet" - a combined drug in the form of tablets, has a contraceptive effect and is used for continuous planned contraception.
- "Femoden" when the drug interacts with the antimicrobial substances of the penicillin group, the contraceptive effect of the drug decreases, which is important to consider and, if necessary, the use of antibacterial medications, additional condoms must be used.
- "Yarina" is a monophasic oral estrogen-progestogen contraceptive. The effect of the contraceptive is carried out by blocking ovulation and increasing the viscosity of the cervical mucus. A photo of an estrogen-containing drug is attached.
All of these birth control pills are monophasic birth control pills with a low estrogen concentration. Their principle of influence is based on the fact that synthetic estrogen, having penetrated the body, helps to produce natural hormones, as a result of which ovulation does not occur.
To use any estrogen-containing drugs from the list above presented, including contraceptives, it is necessary in conjunction with a gestagenic drug.
Vaginal remedies
Liniment with estrogen and gel is injected into the vagina using an applicator. The hormone in this form has a positive effect on the vaginal tissues and the urination system.
The cream is intended to eliminate the symptoms of menopause and helps prevent changes caused by hormone deficiency. This action is possessed by vaginal tablets with estrogens and suppositories.
The most famous vaginal drugs include the following:
- "Fire."
- Extrace.
- Estraderm.
- Estrogel.
- "Ovestin."
Phytoestrogens
Currently, the following phytoestrogens are used in the manufacture of drugs based on herbal steroid hormone substitutes:
- Phytosterols.
- Acid resorcyl lactones.
- Lignans.
- Isoflavones.
- Saponins.
Phytoestrogens are found in small concentrations in food and herbs. Therefore, to enhance the efficiency in the manufacture of tablets, vegetable raw materials are used.
Names of estrogen-containing drugs for menopause:
- "Inoclim".
- "Feminal".
- Qi-Klim.
- Estrovel.
- Klimadinon.
- "Climatheme."
"Inoclim" - made on the basis of estrogens, which are made from soy. In addition to increased effectiveness, this medication has practically no adverse reactions.
"Feminal" is created on the basis of an extract of red clover. This medicine eliminates the manifestations of menopause, improves the functioning of the heart and blood vessels, and also helps to strengthen bone tissue.
Tsi-Klim, Estrovel, Klimadinon. The structure of these medicines contains natural phytoestrogens, which are obtained from tsimitsifugi. Their composition is also supplemented with vitamins and minerals. Therefore, their use improves the appearance of a woman. You can buy these hormonal drugs at any pharmacy.
Klimafem is on the list of estrogen-containing preparations that contain natural phytoestrogens that are made from red clover and hops. This medication effectively eliminates the unpleasant symptoms of menopause and improves the condition of the skin.
Adverse reactions
When using estrogen in tablet form, the appearance of certain undesirable manifestations is possible:
- An increase in the volume of the mammary glands.
- Swelling of the lower and upper limbs.
- Weight gain.
- Flatulence (increased accumulation of gases in the intestines).
- Cramps.
- Loss of appetite.
- Nausea.
- Vomiting caused by problems with the gall bladder and liver.
- Blood discharge from the vagina.
- Yellowing of the eyes and epidermis.
- Dyspnea.
- Dizziness.
- Diarrhea.
- Migraine (neurological lesion with occasional or regular severe headaches).
- Increased libido (sexual activity, sex drive).
Conclusion
To avoid negative effects, you can buy drugs with natural estrogens of natural origin, as well as vaginal suppositories, cream or ointment, gel and tablets, which have a targeted effect. They restore a low level of hormones without affecting the internal organs.
Reviews of modern medicines that consist of their estrogens are mostly positive. Representatives of the beautiful half highlight the fact that positive dynamics are observed already from the first day of drug use. The menstrual cycle is stabilized, and positive changes in appearance are also observed.
In addition, they also highlight the fact that tableted medicines, leveling the hormonal background, help to improve the psychological state. Women who experience menopause and experience regular mood swings, as well as depression, which are not caused by anything, note that estrogen-containing drugs allow them to begin to control the situation.