| Active substance |
Conjugated Estrogen |
| Also known as |
CE, Premarin |
| Blood pressure |
Can cause an increase in blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
Conjugated estrogens |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 0.3 mg to 1.25 mg daily |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used |
| Effects |
Hormonal regulation, alleviation of menopausal symptoms |
| Formula |
Mixture of several different estrogens |
| Half-life |
Variable, depending on the specific estrogen component (typically 5-25 hours) |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low, but can influence liver protein synthesis |
| Lab Test |
Hormone levels (estrogen) can be monitored |
| Main action |
Estrogen replacement |
| Side effects |
Nausea, headache, increased risk of thromboembolic events, breast tenderness |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat |
| Strength |
0.625mg |
| Substance class |
Estrogen hormone |
| Trade name |
Premarin, Cenestin, others |
| Use in sports |
Not commonly used in sports for performance enhancement |
| Water Retention |
Yes, can cause fluid retention |
| Manufacturer |
Wyeth Ltd. |
| Packing |
28 tabs/blister |
