Description
Zumenon tablets contain estradiol, an oestrogen identical to the one the ovaries make. It is an oestrogen-only hormone replacement therapy, taken as one tablet a day at about the same time, with no break between packs. Treatment usually starts at the lower strength and is adjusted according to how symptoms respond. Oestrogen taken on its own thickens the lining of the womb, so if you still have a womb a progestogen is prescribed alongside it; women who have had a hysterectomy usually take oestrogen alone.
HRT carries small increases in the risk of breast cancer, blood clots in the legs and lungs, and stroke, and the size of the risk depends on your age, your history and how long you take it. It is not a contraceptive. Tell your prescriber about any unexplained vaginal bleeding, and keep up your screening appointments.
- Oestrogen-only HRT tablet containing estradiol
- Available in 1mg and 2mg tablets, taken once daily
- A progestogen is needed alongside if you still have a womb
- Carries small increases in breast cancer, blood clot and stroke risk
- Not a contraceptive
- Report any unexplained vaginal bleeding to your prescriber
