# Estradiol (Iclevia)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/estradiol
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Estradiol?

Estradiol (brand name: Iclevia) is an estrogen hormone. It is prescribed to treat hot flashes, primary ovarian insufficiency, menorrhagia. Across the United States, 83,000 doctors prescribe Estradiol to approximately 887,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Iclevia

## Indications

Estradiol is prescribed for several conditions including hot flashes, primary ovarian insufficiency, menorrhagia, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Hot Flashes](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hot-flashes)
- [Primary Ovarian Insufficiency](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/primary-ovarian-insufficiency)
- [Menorrhagia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/menorrhagia)
- [Hypogonadism](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hypogonadism)
- [Breast Neoplasms](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/breast-neoplasms)
- [Prostatic Neoplasms](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/prostatic-neoplasms)
- [Menopause](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/menopause)
- [Premature](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/premature)

## Mechanism of action

COCs prevent pregnancy primarily by suppressing ovulation.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: estrogen hormones

## Common side effects

acne, and acne, and depression, appetite increase, breast tenderness, depression, during clinical trials were headache, dysmenorrhea

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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