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Can I eat this with Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray?
Food and drink barely affect oestrogen: you can eat and drink as normal, with tablets taken with or without food. The main food-related warning is St John's wort.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 2 foods and drinks for Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray (0 to avoid, 1 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray with food?
- Tablets can be taken with or without food, ideally at the same time each day.
- Can I eat st john's wort with Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray?
- Yes, with care. St John's wort may not mix well with oestrogen, so tell your doctor before taking it with your oestrogen.
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1 · What do you take?
Food and drink barely affect oestrogen: you can eat and drink as normal, with tablets taken with or without food. The main food-related warning is St John's wort.
You can eat and drink as normal while using oestrogen, and tablets can be taken with or without food. Herbal remedies containing St John's wort may not mix well with oestrogen, so check with your doctor first.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Tablets can be taken with or without food, ideally at the same time each day.
Tap a food to see the answer, or type any food or drink in the box above.
Take care with Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray· 1
Fine with Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray· 1
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This checker summarises published guidance (NHS medicine pages, patient information leaflets and drug labels) for general information only. It is not medical advice, it is not exhaustive, and it cannot account for your dose, kidney function, other medicines, or health conditions. Always follow your prescriber, pharmacist, or the patient information leaflet — especially before changing what you eat or drink. See our editorial policy.
Further reading on Oestrogen tablets, patches, gel and spray
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