What is Intrarosa: Uses, Warnings & Interactions
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Intrarosa overview
BRAND NAMES:
Intrarosa
Generic Names:
Intrarosa
Uses:
Treats pain during sex that can be caused by vaginal changes during menopause. This medicine is a steroid.
Therapeutic Classes:
Endocrine-Metabolic Agent
Forms:
Suppository
How it’s taken:
Into the vagina
What is Intrarosa used for?
Intrarosa comes in the form of a vaginal insert and is used by women after menopause to treat painful sexual intercourse. It interacts with vaginal cells to produce estrogen. This improves elasticity and pH levels in vaginal tissues, making sex less painful. You should not use Intrarosa if you are allergic to prasterone. Common side effects of Intrarosa include vaginal discharge and changes on Pap smear.
What form(s) does Intrarosa come in
Suppository
What are common Intrarosa doses?
Box 28 Insert
Common Intrarosa prescriptions
Intrarosa
28 insert box
How to take Intrarosa
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. You may also store the medicine in the refrigerator.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
This medicine comes with a disposable applicator. Place the vaginal insert in the applicator and then insert it into your vagina. Use each applicator only once, and then throw it away.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Vaginal routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Vaginal routeThis medicine is to be used only in the vagina. Use at bedtime unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
This medicine comes with a disposable applicator. Place the vaginal insert in the applicator and then insert it into your vagina. Use each applicator only once, and then throw it away.
Vaginal routeThis medicine is to be used only in the vagina. Use at bedtime unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. You may also store the medicine in the refrigerator.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Vaginal routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
What to do if you miss a dose of Intrarosa
Intrarosa contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to prasterone or are pregnant. Do not use it if you have vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor.
Intrarosa warnings
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have or have had breast cancer.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Pregnancy after menopause is not likely, but if you think you could be pregnant, tell your doctor. This medicine could harm an unborn baby.
Intrarosa interactions
Intrarosa side effects
Less Serious Side Effects
White or brownish vaginal discharge
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
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