This will decrease your risk of developing cancer of the endometrium, the lining of the uterus. Side effects Along with its benefits, a medicine may cause some undesired side effects. Your health care provider can address any questions or concerns you may have regarding this issue. Estrogen may be given in pill form, as a skin patch or as a vaginal cream. Dosage and schedule vary according to your history and symptoms.
Progesterone is usually given in pill form and like estrogen, the dosage and schedule vary.
Estrogen and progesterone may be combined in the same pill and taken daily.