About Estradiol Valerate (Delestrogen®)
Estradiol Valerate (Delestrogen®) is an intramuscular (into the muscle) injection of estrogen that is prescribed to women to prepare their uterine lining for a frozen embryo transfer (FET). Estradiol Valerate is also used to treat a lack of estrogen in women due to menopause, hypogonadism, or primary ovarian failure, and in men to treat prostate cancer.
How Supplied
- Estradiol Valerate 10mg/mL (5 mL)
- Delestrogen 10mg/mL (5 mL)
- Estradiol Valerate 20mg/mL (5 mL)
- Delestrogen 20mg/mL (5 mL)
- Estradiol Valerate 40mg/mL (5 mL)
- Delestrogen 40mg/mL (5 mL)
Side Effects & Warnings
Common side effects of Estradiol Valerate include:
- Headache
- Breast pain
- Irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
- Stomach/abdominal cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
- Hair loss
Call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following less common but serious side effects of Estradiol Valerate, including:
- Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction such as: swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing
- Breast lumps
- Unusual vaginal bleeding
- Dizziness/faintness
- Changes in speech
- Severe headaches
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Pain in your legs
- Changes in vision
- Vomiting
This is not a complete list of side effects that may occur. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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Storage Requirements
Estradiol Valerate should be stored at room temperature (68° to 77°F).
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