Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

It is very important that you use this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may cause unwanted side effects.

This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, mouth, breast, or vagina. Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water.

This medicine comes with a patient information insert and patients instructions. Read and follow the instructions in the insert carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

To use:

  • Wash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.
  • Cut or tear the pouch when you are ready to apply the medicine on your skin. Open 1 pouch at a time.
  • Apply this medicine to clean, dry skin on top of your left thigh by pushing the emulsion from the bottom up through the opening of the pouch.
  • Rub the emulsion with 1 or 2 hands into the skin of your entire left thigh and lower back leg until it is completely rubbed into your skin. Repeat the same steps for the right leg. Allow the medicine to dry before you get dressed.
  • Do not apply sunscreen at the same time you apply the emulsion.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

  • For topical dosage form (emulsion):
    • For hot flashes and other symptoms caused by menopause:
      • Adults—Apply one pouch (1.74 grams) of the emulsion to the left thigh and calf and one pouch to the right thigh and calf each morning.
      • Children—Use is not recommended.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Portions of this document last updated: Oct. 01, 2024

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