Hormone Issues: Medications
Thyroid hormone medications for hypothyroidism
08/25/08, HealthwisePeople with hypothyroidism have lower-than-normal or no thyroid function and do not make enough thyroid hormone for the body to function properly. Taking thyroid hormone medicine replaces missing hormones.
Levothyroxine
09/12/08, HealthwiseSince thyroid hormone occurs naturally in the body, almost anyone can take levothyroxine. You should not use this medication if you have had a heart attack, a thyroid disorder called thyrotoxicosis, or an adrenal gland problem that is not controlled
Should I treat dysfunctional uterine bleeding with hormone therapy?
02/12/08, HealthwiseDysfunctional uterine bleeding is irregular menstrual bleeding that isn't caused by a serious condition such as disease or a pregnancy complication. It is usually caused by changing hormone levels, which may affect ovulation. Dysfunct
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Finasteride (Proscar) for prostatitis
12/27/07, HealthwiseFinasteride interferes with the effect of male hormones (androgens) on the prostate gland, which cause the prostate to become larger. This stops the growth of the prostate and can even cause it to become smaller. Stopping the growth o
Estrogen therapy for dysfunctional uterine bleeding
02/12/08, HealthwiseHigh levels of estrogen trigger the rapid growth of the uterine lining (endometrium). This stops sudden, heavy bleeding from the uterine surface.
Testosterone buccal system
09/22/04, HealthwiseNotify your doctor if a female partner experiences male-pattern baldness, excessive body hair growth, an increase in acne, menstrual irregularities, or signs of masculinity.
Hormone therapy for undescended testicle
06/06/07, HealthwiseTreatment for undescended testicles with human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) stimulates the testicles to release testosterone. As a result, a boy's undescended testicle may complete its descent, at least temporarily.
Esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone
02/27/08, HealthwiseEsterified estrogens and methyltestosterone increases your risk of developing endometrial hyperplasia, a condition that may lead to cancer of the uterus. Taking progestins while using esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone may lower this risk. I
Estradiol (topical)
03/04/05, HealthwiseEstradiol increases the risk of developing a condition (endometrial hyperplasia) that may lead to cancer of the lining of the uterus. Taking progestins, another hormone drug, while using estradiol lowers the risk of developing this condition. Therefo
Ganirelix (injectable)
07/01/04, HealthwiseGanirelix should be prescribed by a doctor experienced in infertility treatment. Before starting treatment with ganirelix, it should be determined that you are not already pregnant. Ganirelix may be harmful to an unborn baby.
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