Ospemifene



Ospemifene





(os pem’ ah feen)

OsphenaDNC

PREGNANCY CATEGORY X


Drug Class

Estrogen receptor modulator


Therapeutic Actions

Acts on estrogen receptors to either stimulate or block specific tissue sites; stimulate vulvar
and vaginal cells, blocking atrophy associated with menopause


Indications



  • Treatment of moderate to severe dyspareunia (painful intercourse, a symptom of vulvar and vaginal strophy associated with menopause)



Available Forms

Tablets—60 mg


Dosages

Adults

60 mg/day PO with food.

Patients with severe hepatic impairment

Not recommended.

Jul 21, 2016 | Posted by in NURSING | Comments Off on Ospemifene

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