Thanks for your question- I understand how frightful it can be to take an extra pill only to realize you probably shouldn't have done that.
With Estradiol, if you missed a dose you now know that you should just skip it altogether and take the next one if the next one is due soon. The reason for this is basically to prevent overdosing. However, if you took it and it's now been a few hours and you feel fine, then it's okay-- just remember not to double up again. Estradiol only has an effect on the fetus if you are already pregnant and continue to take it.
Some signs and symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding. If you have or are experiencing any of these, please contact the poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 and contact your doctor as well.
Hope you're doing well. Keep us posted after Nov 22nd!
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Dear Anonymous,
Thanks for your question- I understand how frightful it can be to take an extra pill only to realize you probably shouldn't have done that.
With Estradiol, if you missed a dose you now know that you should just skip it altogether and take the next one if the next one is due soon. The reason for this is basically to prevent overdosing. However, if you took it and it's now been a few hours and you feel fine, then it's okay-- just remember not to double up again. Estradiol only has an effect on the fetus if you are already pregnant and continue to take it.
Some signs and symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding. If you have or are experiencing any of these, please contact the poison control center at 1-800-222-1222 and contact your doctor as well.
Hope you're doing well. Keep us posted after Nov 22nd!
November 20, 2010 - 2:30pmThis Comment
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