Activelle (Estradiol/Norethindrone Acetate) is used as an oral hormone replacement therapy to relieve menopausal symptoms and vaginal symptoms associated with menopause. This medication contains two female hormones: an estrogen and progestin. Progestin helps to reduce the risk of cancer of the uterus which can be caused by using estrogen. Estrogen is used to help regulate the menstrual cycle, controlling the forth of the uterine lining during the first part of the cycle. Activelle belongs to a class of medications known as progestins. This medication works by reducing the symptoms of menopause caused by the body making less estrogen. This medication may also be used to by women after menopause to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis). Activelle is designed for women who have not had a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus or womb). Do not take this medication if you are allergic. Talk to your doctor if you have a medical history of vaginal bleeding of unknown cause, certain cancers (such as breast cancer, cancer of the uterus/ovaries), blood clots, stroke, heart disease (such as heart attack), liver disease, kidney disease, family medical history (especially breast lumps, cancer, blood clots), family or personal history of a certain swelling disorder (angioedema), blood clotting disorders (such as protein C or protein S deficiency), high blood pressure, diabetes, high blood cholesterol/triglyceride levels, obesity, lupus, underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), mineral imbalance (low or high level of calcium in the blood), a certain hormone problem (hypoparathyroidism), uterus problems (such as fibroids, endometriosis), gallbladder disease, asthma, seizures, migraine headaches, a certain blood disorder (porphyria), mental/mood disorders (such as dementia, depression). Take this medication as directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor for any possible side effects and precautions. If you experience any serious side effects, contact your medical professional promptly.
Activelle Availability
Big Mountain Drugs offers the brand name of Activelle, manufactured in Canada by Novo Nordisk. The generic of Activelle is not available at this time. Activelle is available in a dosage of 0.5mg/0.1mg, and 1mg/0.5mg tablets.