Prempro is used to help women who are suffering from the symptoms of menopause. It is also used to help prevent or delay the onset of osteoporosis in women. Generic Prempro is not yet available. The maker of this drug is Wyeth. Prempro homepages have various informational articles about this product including updates on any Prempro lawsuits that may be in effect.

You can also do an online search for details about any Prempro lawsuit settlements that have been reached or are still active. You can also learn about any Prempro lawsuit outcome by doing a more refined search. Prempro mistrial information can also be located.

Should I take Prempro? This is an important question and the best way to make the most informed decision is to speak with your primary health care provider. Your doctor can better explain to you the pros and cons of this medication and give you expert guidance on whether or not this drug is right for you and for your medical conditions.

As you might imagine, there are Prempro side effects that users must be aware of while they are taking the medication. Some of the side effects include: breakthrough bleeding and spotting, breast enlargement, tenderness, unusual discharge or milk production, chest pain, confusion, forgetfulness, leg, arm or groin pain, nausea, vomiting, severe headaches, stomach or abdominal pain (severe), sudden shortness of breath, swelling of the hands, feet or ankles, or rapid weight gain, vision or speech problems, and yellowing of the eyes or skin.

The above should be reported immediately to your doctor.

Less serious side effects include such things as: change in sexual desire, diarrhea, mild stomach upset, mood changes, anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, or emotional outbursts, increased or decreased appetite, skin rash, acne, or brown spots on the face, tiredness, urinary incontinence,
vaginal yeast infection (irritation and white discharge), and weight gain.

The Prempro weight gain issue can be discussed with your doctor. It is somewhat common to have weight gain with Prempro.

Make sure you read and understand all of the possible side effects of Prempro before you begin using the medication.

Your doctor will give you the proper Prempro dosages and you should not vary from those. It is important that if you do not understand the dosage for you that you clarify this before begin the medication.

Your primary health care provider can also explain to you the issues of Prempro and breast cancer.