Drospirenone / estradiol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Ann
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 7, 2022

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "This drug is highly effective for severe post menopausal symptoms. (Severe and frequent hot flashes, sweating/dehydration (almost hourly), sleep deprivation, confusion, (slurring of speech), mood changes, irritability, loss of normal daily function. The drug has been a miracle ending all of those symptoms. The lower dose is best for reduced risk. The cost is high in the USA $195 per month, not covered by any insurance. Initially the manufacturer (Bayer) provided a coupon which took the cost down to $115. But Bayer has now discontinued the coupon. No insurance covers this drug. I feel discriminated at age 59 that this drug is not covered. Insurance companies will cover the cost birth control for younger women, but not cover cost for post menopausal women needing relief of extreme symptoms. Women who need this drug may have to plan for an additional $15K to $25K expense in their post menopausal years if their symptoms are severe and interfere with daily normal functioning."

• BeeMax
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 4, 2018

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I'm 59 and been on HRT for the past 5 years or so; originally PostOval which helped with my fibroids and heavy periods. Doc then changed me to Livifem which was fine but still awful hot flushes and stopped my periods altogether - which was great because my libido also went right up! Been on Angeliq for 3 months now. Stopped the hot flushes immediately which is fantastic, a bit of breast pain but actually have little breasts now which is amazing. However recently started spotting - it's been more than two weeks now. It's quite annoying to say the least."

• Marga...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 26, 2021

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Brain fog was causing me trouble at work to the point I feared I might lose my job. My doctor has had me on the bio-identical very expensive medication for over 8 years. I have only good things to report. I responded within days by having a better overall feeling of being younger again and no or rare hot flashes. My hair is longer and thicker than ever before in my life - at 62, I am told I look 42. In a lot of ways the hormone replacement stopped the clock and if anything my 'real age' reversed! My nails and skin are great and rarely a hot flash. My brain is happy and smart enough to handle complex work that I carry on joyfully. My doctor and I discussed the expense since the lower dose was the same cost. I split the pill and take a 1/2 or 1/4th and thus stretch it out over months. It is critical to take it daily and as soon as you forget. I learned this because in trying to stretch it I would skip days or just take it when I had a hot flash and I began having ovarian pain."

• Hrt
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 9, 2018

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Where it helped with mood, no weight gain, I found it created other problems for me, dizziness, feeling sick, stabbing head pain, feeling very cold, loss off appetite, blood tests showed kidney function problems I aren't sure it's through the medication but I stopped taking them and most symptoms gone. I'm due for blood test for kidney functions, be interesting to see if normal now. Unfortunately mood swings returned, but rather put up with them, but than the other symptoms I got through the pill."

• Sabine
• August 15, 2018

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "My GP prescribed Anqeliq for my vaginal dryness. Within a month my symptoms eased, and I began experiencing like less anxiety, and my metabolism improved. Then I began developing a cough and couldn't tolerate chemical odours. My GP attributed this to allergies. Soon the cough would be so severe sleep was impossible and after 2 weeks I was hospitalised with pneumonia. Surprise diagnosis was asthma! I asked the GP and the pulmonologist if the HRT could be the link, they were adamant it was not. I could not leave the house as strong smells would result in a burning chest and bad throat-clearing for several days. I was also using medication to control the asthma. I saw a new gynaecologist who said he had other patients who responded in a similar way to HRT. I weaned myself off over 3 months. I have been off it for 3 weeks now . My throat clearing has stopped. I still don't tolerate chemical odours well but my lungs don't burn."

• kitty
• January 5, 2016

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Lots of side effects especially breast pain and enlargement, reduced libido, very short temper. I am going to ask my doctor to change me to something else as I feel dreadful on it. Been on it 5 months."

• Tabby
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 16, 2020

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been on this for 13 days at first bloating, but I have no hot flushes, but my face is breaking out with acne, I'm 54 and not in full menopause my energy is low, sleeping is hard for me it keeps me awake. But over all I like it for hot flashes. Less side effect than other med I have taken. I have tried several."

• Angel
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 25, 2021

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Highly effective for treating persistent, severe, hot flashes that occur at a high frequency rate, 24/7. No side effects experienced. Safe and effective low dose. This solution that has significantly improved quality of life. Consult with your physician to see if it is right for you."

• Gordon
• June 16, 2020

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been on Angeliq for 10 years post vaginal hysterectomy and ovary removal. As this medication is unavailable in Australia at the moment my GP has recommended I come off it. I have been off for 16 days, I feel ok, but, I am feeling rather teary and down, is this normal and has anyone else experienced it, also waking up with mild night sweats. Will all this subside when hormones settle down."

• Beever
• February 28, 2020

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "At 3am on the 2nd day taking Angeliq I started abdominal cramps, which got progressively worse. Stopped taking on 5th day. Did some more research and figured I have endometriosis which explained why I had debilitating pain every time I ovulated in my younger years. I'm 62 now. So the oestrogen doesn't only invigorate the uterus and vagina, but also the bits of tissue that are sitting outside my uterus. They start paining because they start putting pressure on surrounding organs. My GP had to agree, even though Angeliq has the opposing progesterone. Rather going to treat symptoms of anxiety and irritability with an anti depressant. Need to boost serotonin levels for a while."

• Auds
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 10, 2019

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been on Angeliq and I did see how expensive this was in the USA and wondered when the NHS would stop funding it. 7 years and I have now been asked to get a private prescription, good and bad, I have had this on the NHS for all this time, now I have to try to wean myself off it, I tried last year unsuccessfully here goes."

• Betty
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 8, 2022

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "It is a month now...I am slowly getting my life back. Very thankful for Angeliq. Hot flushes, night sweats all gone. I feel so relieved. I still need some help with sleep at night, mood swings and low libido. Overall I am happy and can handle the other aspects. Will continue until needed to keep my sanity."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 25, 2024

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I tried another HRT first but it made my breasts too sore, then I tried Chinese medicine but it didn't help much. So, I started taking Angeliq about 2 years ago. I'm almost 53 and I've been experiencing hot flushes, anxiety, insomnia, and moodiness. I also have a family history of osteoporosis from a young age. My doctor recommended antidepressants and was initially reluctant for me to take HRT, but it has been life-changing. I also do yoga and other exercises and eat a mostly plant-based diet. Recently, I had a breast cancer scare - I found a lump in my breast, but it turned out to be benign. The oncologist explained that HRT changes the texture of the breasts and increases the likelihood of benign lumps. It also makes it harder to use mammograms to screen for cancer. Now, I'm considering if I could switch to a lower dose or another HRT that is less strong."

• Chris
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 25, 2024

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am 63 years old, 5'5" tall, 128 lbs, and have been experiencing postmenopausal symptoms since I was 45. The symptoms got worse when I reached 60. I have hot flashes and bad insomnia. My doctor prescribed Angeliq 0.25 mg. The side effects for me were really bad in the first week: fatigue, heart palpitations, and depression - not myself. So, I decided to stop. Then, after consulting with my doctor, I resumed taking it again two weeks later but split the pill in half. Now I have been taking half a pill daily for three weeks, and I have no side effects. My hot flashes and ability to fall asleep are 80% better. Hopefully, it will improve even more over time."

• mineee
• November 17, 2011

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am 40 years old and suffering with hot flushes and menopouse related symptoms. Only I can say Angeliq is great! I an a normal human being now."

• stjmu...
• June 2, 2017

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I was getting two hours sleep. Constantly woken with severe palpitations and sweats. Within a week of taking Angeliq, getting a full night's sleep again and no sweats. Fantastic"

• Lee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 13, 2018

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Fabulous. Hot flushes stopped immediately. Have my life back "

• Cher
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 9, 2019

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am on Angeliq birth control for 4 months now and have been spotting everyday from month 2. When will this stop?"

• sally...
• October 19, 2010

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am on Day 6 on this medication and have to say that I am not finding any difference in hot flashes, low mood and very low energy. It may be too early, but I'm hopeful."

• Anonymous
• November 15, 2019

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Spoke to medical department at Bayer. Angeliq is not being discontinued in US, but Angelique is discontinued in Britain."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 26, 2019

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Day 7 no change with hot flashes. I have sore breasts that I haven’t had in 2 years. It has made me very moody and agitated. I’m considering discontinuing as I don’t like how it makes me feel."

• Shuswap
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 15, 2023

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "It's been 14 months since starting Angeliq. All of my menopausal symptoms have disappeared which is amazing. I am feeling like my old self."

• Tintin
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 25, 2019

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Been taking Angeliq for 6 years now but it is discontinued (IN BRITAIN DISCONTINUED BUT STILL AVAILABLE IN USA). Trying femiston_ conti tablets which is available in Britain as read good reviews"

• Batle...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 14, 2023

Angeliq (drospirenone / estradiol) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Angeliq is the best HRT. When starting to use it, it takes 3 to 4 days to work. You don't feel any symptoms like hot flushes, irritation, and fatigue."