Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone

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Overview

What is Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength: Each light green, capsule shaped, film-coated oral tablet contains: 1.25 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 2.5 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.

ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half-Strength: Each light blue, capsule shaped, film-coated oral tablet contains: 0.625 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 1.25 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.

Esterified Estrogens

Esterified Estrogens, USP is a mixture of the sodium salts of the sulfate esters of the estrogenic substances, principally estrone, that are of the type excreted by pregnant mares. Esterified Estrogens contain not less than 75.0 percent and not more than 85.0 percent of sodium estrone sulfate, and not less than 6.0 percent and not more than 15.0 percent of sodium equilin sulfate, in such proportion that the total of these two components is not less than 90.0 percent.

Category: Estrogens

Methyltestosterone

Methyltestosterone, USP is an androgen. Androgens are derivatives of cyclopentano-perhydrophenanthrene. Endogenous androgens are C-19 steroids with a side chain at C-17, and with two angular methyl groups. Testosterone is the primary endogenous androgen. Fluoxymesterone and methyltestosterone are synthetic derivatives of testosterone.

Methyltestosterone is a white to light yellow crystalline substance that is virtually insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. It is stable in air but decomposes in light.

Methyltestosterone structural formula:

ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength and Half Strength contain the following inactive ingredients: lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, titanium dioxide, and other minor ingredients.

ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength also contain: FD&C Blue No. 1 and D&C Yellow No. 10 and PEG.

What does Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone look like?

What are the available doses of Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

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What should I talk to my health care provider before I take Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

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How should I use Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength and Half Strength are indicated in the treatment of: Moderate to severe symptoms associated with the menopause in those patients not improved by estrogens alone. (There is no evidence that estrogens are effective for nervous symptoms or depression without associated vasomotor symptoms, and they should not be used to treat such conditions.)

ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength and Half Strength HAVE NOT BEEN SHOWN TO BE EFFECTIVE FOR ANY PURPOSE DURING PREGNANCY AND ITS USE MAY CAUSE SEVERE HARM TO THE FETUS ( ).

Given cyclically for short-term use only:

For treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated with the menopause in patients not improved by estrogen alone.

The lowest dose that will control symptoms should be chosen and medication should be discontinued as promptly as possible.

Administration should be cyclic (e.g., three weeks on and one week off). Attempts to discontinue or taper medication should be made at three to six month intervals.

Usual Dosage Range:

Treated patients with an intact uterus should be monitored closely for signs of endometrial cancer and appropriate diagnostic measures should be taken to rule out malignancy in the event of persistent or recurring abnormal vaginal bleeding.

What interacts with Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

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What are the warnings of Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

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What are the precautions of Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

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What are the side effects of Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

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What should I look out for while using Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

Estrogens should not be used in women with any of the following conditions:

Methyltestosterone should not be used in:

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Associated with Estrogens

Associated with Methyltestosterone

In patients with breast cancer, androgen therapy may cause hypercalcemia by stimulating osteolysis. In this case the drug should be discontinued.

Prolonged use of high doses of androgens has been associated with the development of peliosis hepatis and hepatic neoplasms including hepatocellular carcinoma. ( – ). Peliosis hepatis can be a life-threatening or fatal complication.

Cholestatic hepatitis and jaundice occur with 17-alpha-alkylandrogens at a relatively low dose. If cholestatic hepatitis with jaundice appears or if liver function tests become abnormal, the androgen should be discontinued and the etiology should be determined. Drug-induced jaundice is reversible when the medication is discontinued.

Edema with or without heart failure may be a serious complication in patients with preexisting cardiac, renal, or hepatic disease. In addition to discontinuation of the drug, diuretic therapy may be required.

What might happen if I take too much Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

Numerous reports of ingestion of large doses of estrogen-containing oral contraceptives by young children indicate that serious ill effects do not occur. Overdosage of estrogen may cause nausea, and withdrawal bleeding may occur in females.

There have been no reports of acute overdosage with the androgens.

How should I store and handle Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone?

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].Keep out of reach of children.Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].Keep out of reach of children.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength light green, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “231” on other. Contains: 1.25 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 2.5 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength light blue, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “230” on other. 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[See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Rx onlyESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength light green, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “231” on other. Contains: 1.25 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 2.5 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength light blue, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “230” on other. Contains 0.625 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 1.25 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°- 30°C (59° - 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Rx onlyESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength light green, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “231” on other. Contains: 1.25 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 2.5 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength light blue, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “230” on other. Contains 0.625 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 1.25 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°- 30°C (59° - 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Rx onlyESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength light green, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “231” on other. Contains: 1.25 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 2.5 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength light blue, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “230” on other. Contains 0.625 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 1.25 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°- 30°C (59° - 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Rx onlyESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Full Strength light green, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “231” on other. Contains: 1.25 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 2.5 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength in bottles of 100.ESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONE TABLETS Half Strength light blue, capsule-shaped, film-coated oral tablets, debossed “SYNTHO” on one side and “230” on other. Contains 0.625 mg of Esterified Estrogens, USP and 1.25 mg of Methyltestosterone, USP.Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°- 30°C (59° - 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Rx only

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Clinical Information

Chemical Structure

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Clinical Pharmacology

Estrogens:

In responsive tissues (female genital organs, breasts, hypothalamus, pituitary) estrogens enter the cell and are transported into the nucleus. As a result of estrogen action, specific RNA and protein synthesis occurs.

Estrogen Pharmacokinetics

Metabolism and inactivation occur primarily in the liver. Some estrogens are excreted into the bile; however they are reabsorbed from the intestine and returned to the liver through the portal venous system. Water soluble esterified estrogens are strongly acidic and are ionized in body fluids, which favor excretion through the kidneys since tubular reabsorption is minimal.

Androgens:

Androgen Pharmacokinetics

Testosterone given orally is metabolized by the gut and 44 percent is cleared by the liver in the first pass. Oral doses as high as 400 mg per day are needed to achieve clinically effective blood levels for full replacement therapy. The synthetic androgens (methyltestosterone and fluoxymesterone) are less extensively metabolized by the liver and have longer half-lives. They are more suitable than testosterone for oral administration.

Testosterone in plasma is 98 percent bound to a specific testosterone-estradiol binding globulin, and about 2 percent is free. Generally, the amount of this sex-hormone binding globulin in the plasma will determine the distribution of testosterone between free and bound forms, and the free testosterone concentration will determine its half-life.

About 90 percent of a dose of testosterone is excreted in the urine as glucuronic and sulfuric acid conjugates of testosterone and its metabolites; about 6 percent of a dose is excreted in the feces, mostly in the unconjugated form. Inactivation of testosterone occurs primarily in the liver. Testosterone is metabolized to various 17-keto steroids through two different pathways. There are considerable variations of the half-life of testosterone as reported in the literature, ranging from 10 to 100 minutes.

In many tissues the activity of testosterone appears to depend on reduction to dihydrotestosterone, which binds to cytosol receptor proteins. The steroid-receptor complex is transported to the nucleus where it initiates transcription events and cellular changes related to androgen action.

Non-Clinical Toxicology

Estrogens should not be used in women with any of the following conditions:

Methyltestosterone should not be used in:

(See

.)

Associated with Estrogens

Associated with Methyltestosterone

In patients with breast cancer, androgen therapy may cause hypercalcemia by stimulating osteolysis. In this case the drug should be discontinued.

Prolonged use of high doses of androgens has been associated with the development of peliosis hepatis and hepatic neoplasms including hepatocellular carcinoma. ( – ). Peliosis hepatis can be a life-threatening or fatal complication.

Cholestatic hepatitis and jaundice occur with 17-alpha-alkylandrogens at a relatively low dose. If cholestatic hepatitis with jaundice appears or if liver function tests become abnormal, the androgen should be discontinued and the etiology should be determined. Drug-induced jaundice is reversible when the medication is discontinued.

Edema with or without heart failure may be a serious complication in patients with preexisting cardiac, renal, or hepatic disease. In addition to discontinuation of the drug, diuretic therapy may be required.

Associated with Estrogens

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Reference

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