Estrogen-Methyltestosterone
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.
Last Reviewed: Apr 12, 2024
Pros & Cons
Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone Pros and Cons
- Esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone can help to manage moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms of menopause that are not controlled with estrogens alone.
- This combination is available as a lower-cost generic.
- Taking esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone increases is linked to a higher incidence of certain cancers, cardiovascular disease, heart attack, stroke, and other risks.
- Taking this medication cyclically (3 weeks on, 1 week off) can be difficult to remember for some women.
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