Conjugated Oestrogens Pharmacology

Conjugated Oestrogens

About Conjugated Oestrogens
Estrogen Derivative, Hormone replacement therapy(commonly in post menopause).
Mechanism of Action of Conjugated Oestrogens
The drug exerts it`s pharmacological action by binding to specific nuclear estrogen receptors present in target cells and regulating protein synthesis and thus producing desired therapeutic effects. Estrogen receptors are found in female sex organs, breast, pituitary, liver, bone, blood vessels, heart, CNS, hormone sensitive breast carcinoma cells, hormone responsive prostate carcinoma cells. Agonist binding to ligand binding domain of these receptors results in receptor dimerization and interaction with "estrogen response elements" of target genes and thus promotes gene transcription; through certain coactivator proteins which ultimately leads to modification of protein synthesis.
It causes growth and development of female sex organs, maintains proper female sexual functioning. It exerts week anabolic action, and also maintain bone mass primarily by preventing bone resorption. It inhibits osteoclast pit formation and increases the expression of bone matrix proteins and also improves lipid profile (rises HDL and lowers LDL levels). It inhibits growth of hormone responsive carcinoma cells in prostate cancer and certain breast cancer.
Pharmacokinets of Conjugated Oestrogens
Absorption: Well absorbed after oral, parenteral, and vaginal administration. Distribution: Extensively distributed in the body with highest levels in the fatty tissue. About 50% to 80% is plasma protein bound. Metabolism: Metabolized primarily in liver by glucuronide and sulfate conjugation. Excretion: Excreted through urine as sulfate or glucuronide conjugates

Onset of Action for Conjugated Oestrogens
N/A
Duration of Action for Conjugated Oestrogens
N/A
Half Life of Conjugated Oestrogens
N/A
Side Effects of Conjugated Oestrogens
1.Breakthrough bleeding
2.Breast tenderness
3.Breast enlargement
4.Gastrointestinal disturbances
5.Nausea
6.Vomiting
7.Pancreatitis
8.Headache
9.Dizziness
10.Seizures
11Thrombophlebitis
12.Thromboembolism
13.Hypertension
14.Increased risk of endometrial cancer
15.Increased of breast cancer
16.Cholestatic jaundice
17.Hepatic adenoma.
Contra-indications of Conjugated Oestrogens
1.Thrombophlebitis
2.Thromboembolic disorders
3.Estrogen dependent neoplasia
4.Undiagnosed genital bleeding
5.Estrogen dependent breast carcinoma
6.Hepatic impairment
7.Endometrial hyperplasia
Special Precautions while taking Conjugated Oestrogens
1.Migraine
2.Epilepsy
3.Heart failure
4.Hypertension
5.Diabetes mellitus
6.Renal impairment
7.Fibrocystic disease of breast
8.Abnormal mammographic findings
9.Cerebrovascular diseases
10.Coronary artery diseases
11.Asthma
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
N/A
Indications for Conjugated Oestrogens
1.Female hypogonadism
2.Osteoporosis
3.Primary ovarian failure
4.Vasomotor menopausal symptoms
5.Estrogen replacement
6.Atrophic vaginitis
7.Abnormal uterine bleeding (hormonal imbalance)
8.Palliative treatment of certain breast cancer
9.Palliative treatment of prostatic cancer
Interactions for Conjugated Oestrogens
N/A
Typical Dosage for Conjugated Oestrogens
Oral: 0.625 to 1.25mg/day
Female hypogonadism: 0.3 to 0.625mg/day in cycles of 21 days on and 7days off. Increases the dose as required
Osteoporosis: 0.625mg/day given continuously or cyclically as 25days on and 5 days off.
Primary ovarian failure: Starts with1.25mg/day in cycles of 21 days on and 7days off. Adjust the dosage as required
Vasomotor menopausal symptoms: 0.625mg/day given continuously or cyclically as 25days on and 5 days off.
Estrogen replacement: 0.625mg/day
Atrophic vaginitis: 0.3mg to 1.25mg/day depending up on the patient`s response.
Palliative treatment of prostatic cancer: 1.25 to 2.5mg thrice daily
Palliative treatment of breast cancer: 10mg thrice daily for 3 months.
I.V. or I.M.:
Abnormal uterine bleeding: 20 to 25mg I.M. or as slow I.V. administration. Repeat 2 to 4 times daily if required.
Vaginal cream:
Atrophic vaginitis: ? to 2g/day intravaginally depending up on the severity of the condition (Each one gram contains 0.625mg of drug)
Schedule of Conjugated Oestrogens
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Storage Requirements for Conjugated Oestrogens
Store at controlled room temperature at a range of 15 to 30 degreeC. Injection preparation should be stored at a temperature range of 2 to 80C.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Conjugated Oestrogens
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Conjugated Oestrogens
Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive care.

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