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Diethylstilbestrol

Estrogens

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OTC

Fact box

Therapeutic class
Estrogens
Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Available as

1 MG · Oral Tablet5 MG · Oral Tablet

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
HOMEOPATHIC INDICATIONS: For the temporary relief of symptoms related to toxicity, such as headache, fatigue, body aches, and skin complaints.** **These statements are based upon traditional homeopathic principles. They have not been reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration.
How to use / dosing
DIRECTIONS: 1-10 drops under the tongue, 3 times a day or as directed by a health professional. Consult a physician for use in children under 12 years of age.

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyConsult your doctor
…If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.…
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor
…If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.…
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
WARNINGS: Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, contact physician or a Poison Control Center right away. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Tamper seal: "Sealed for Your Protection." Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

2 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.