Conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone Oral and Lunelle Monthly Contraceptive

• Generic Name: conjugated estrogens / medroxyprogesterone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Premphase, Prempro

Conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone acetate combination is used to treat moderate to severe hot flashes, dryness in and around the vagina, and other symptoms of menopause. Conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone is also used to prevent osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) after menopause.

Conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: estradiol / medroxyprogesterone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Contraceptives are designed to prevent pregnancy. The combination of medroxyprogesterone and estradiolare two types of hormones that work by stopping a women's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept sperm and fertilization is prevented. Although contraceptives have other effects that help prevent a pregnancy from occurring, this is the main action.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.