Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Osphena. It helps to treat certain conditions after menopause, such as vaginal dryness and painful sexual intercourse.

Osphena is often taken one time each day with food. You should take this medication exactly how your doctor tells you to.

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Common side effects include hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal discharge or bleeding. Some people will have muscle spasms and headaches. These effects are normal if they are mild and should go away. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

As with any medicine, other serious side effects can occur. With Osphena, this includes blood clots, stroke, or cancer. You should discuss these and all possible side effects with your doctor. Also, you should read the Patient Information Sheet for more information on which symptoms to watch for and when to report them.

Osphena can harm unborn babies. Women must talk to their doctors before becoming pregnant. Women should not breastfeed.

Osphena can interact with other medicines. You should always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines.

For best results, take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.