Estramustine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Emcyt, Estracyt
Proper Use of This MedicineUse this medicine only as directed by your doctor
. Do not use more
or less of it, and do not use it more often than your doctor ordered. The
exact amount of medicine you need has been carefully worked out. Taking too
much may increase the chance of side effects, while taking too little may
not improve your condition.
Do not take estramustine within 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals or
after the time you take milk, milk formulas, or other dairy products, since
they may keep the medicine from working properly.
This medicine commonly causes nausea and sometimes causes vomiting. However,
it may have to be taken for several weeks to months to be effective. Even
if you begin to feel ill, do not stop using this medicine
without first checking with your doctor
. Ask your health care professional
for ways to lessen these effects.
If you vomit shortly after taking a dose of estramustine, check with your
doctor. You will be told whether to take the dose again or to wait until the
next scheduled dose.
Dosing - The dose of estramustine will be different
for different patients. The dose that is used may depend on a number of things,
including what the medicine is being used for, the patient's size, and whether
or not other medicines are also being taken. If you are
taking estramustine at home, follow your doctor's orders or the directions
on the label
. If you have any questions about the proper dose of estramustine,
ask your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store in the refrigerator, away from direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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