Vagifem User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Eliza
• July 15, 2018

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Insufficient insertion instructions. Inside of applicator came away from the outside once. It says the tablets won't fall out when you stand up, but first three times, my cervix must have pushed it straight out. Tried using them at bed-time, only to find them on sheet in morning. Tried again at bed-time, only to find tablet stuck, half melted, to tip of my cervix next day. Slight stinging sensation at first; when that stops, it's probably because tablet has fallen out. No instructions for pessary-wearers, presumably we remove the pessary before administering; the only method I haven't tried yet is putting tablet in, followed immediately by inserting pessary, but that would defeat the object, I imagine, leaving me dry and sore beneath. I don't care for throw-away applicators; it seems a waste of plastic not to wash and re-use them. Doctor said to stay on these for life, but I can't see the point if they won't stay in. Liquid or ointment would be better."

• mount...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 29, 2024

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Started perimenopause in my late 30s and suffered extreme vaginal dryness, burning, painful intercourse, chronic UTIs and both uterine and bladder prolapse by 40 years old. Had a partial hysterectomy and bladder lift at 40 but still suffered the extreme vaginal dryness, burning, frequent urination, etc. Vaginal moisturizers were useless. Dr. Rx'd Vagifem 3x a week and it's truly been a life saver! All these horrible symptoms are now gone. Have been using it for around 6 years now with zero side effects."

• Roxy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2022

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Oh my goodness ! I was prescribed Vagifem for terrible urine problems where I constantly had pressure to use my bladder. Well my initial response was good and it cleared up this problem really well but the side effects were horrendous. I had severe heart palpitations and feeling of absolute panic. I was journaling when I had heart palpitations and panic attacks and it was always a day after I used vagifem. I stopped using them, and I got better, after stopping for 3 months. My doctor told me to try half a tablet once a week, well I had a reaction but my palpitations were even worse. I cannot use them, so I don’t know how to treat my Atrophic Vaginitis."

• Milly
• November 15, 2020

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I have been using Vagifem for around 5 years and initially it was great but in past 12 months have also been experiencing burning and irritation and also started wondering if there has been a change in what is in the pessary."

• Nancy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 11, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I am aged 68 and 3 years ago suddenly had vaginal and bladder pain, frequent urination soreness, itching , redness and swelling. The soreness has recently got worse and my Gyny prescibed Vagifem. From the first dose I experienced bloating and stomach ache but carried on until dose 7. About 1 hour after insertion I experienced the most terrible burning which carried on all night and has been flaring up in the 4 days since. Now I cannot use any of my emulsifiers of herbal creams which used to help. This medication has caused the worst pain ever. In my experience even a score of 1 is too good for it."

• Picca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 11, 2017

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I've had this prescribed by my doctor who knows I have had to use primolut to control mennoraghea associated with perimenopause at 47 yrs. Dr knows my Gynie monitors endometrium thickening as a result of using primolut as it can cause endometrium cancer. A recent ultrasound revealed normal thickening of uterus for my age 57. Some uterine fibroid cysts though I am post menopause. Ovaries are normal. My constant bladder infections and incontinence were attributed to atrophy of the vagina. And I was told initially in my 40's to use a cream on the urethra, I never did. But the infections affected my kidneys and I started to lose my hair and damaged occurred in hair structure. So I'm tempted to use the Vagifem even if it is risky."

• Kay
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 8, 2020

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Vagifem made me dizzy, too, and also caused ocular migraines, very scary. I never get headaches. I also despair of the cavalier overuse of plastic. Vagifem did work to stop my recurring urinary tract infections. I am 68 years old with acute vaginal atrophy. I am off Vagifem now. I am lucky to have discovered vaginal laser therapy which I must finance myself but which works without drugs to end the recurring UTIs. A gynecologist in my city offers this therapy which costs about what an annual gym subscription would cost."

• Tania
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 29, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I started using it 3 weeks ago, noticed sudden drowsiness, wake up wanting to sleep all day. It does help lubricate my inner vagina but thats about it I use 10mg 2 times a week will reduce to once a week and see what happens. I am very sad as I am 41 and had fallopian tube cancer at 38 with full hysterectomy and used to be very sexual. Now, I cringe at the thought of a penis inside me."

• NickiR
• January 31, 2018

For Atrophic Vaginitis "The Teva generic for Vagifem does not deploy. I have gone through as many as five cylinders trying to get one that works. The medication simply gets wedged in the top of the device and will not budge. I have tried prying it out and it disintegrates. It simply does not work properly and is very frustrating because I had no problem with Vagifem in this regard."

• Vonnie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I started vagifem 10 mg 7 days ago for pain and dryness down below it has not helped, in fact it’s made it worse, painful back and stomach, sore head. I spoke to my gp about the issues I was having was told it can’t cause backache etc. I’m not convinced after reading some of the reviews her, so I am not taking it anymore to see if it stops. If it is the cause of this it’s a horrible drug. I will come back with an update, take care everyone"

• Angie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 27, 2022

For Atrophic Urethritis "47 years old. Prescibed by gynaecologist. 1 month of being in a nightmare Severe vaginal swelling, itchiness, burning, pain and thrush like symptoms without discharge but severe pain. My vagina since taking this medication feels like an over ripened rotten juicy tomatoe. I also have severe water retention and swelling to my lower body. Just waiting until it's out of my system."

• Squir...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 8, 2022

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I haven't had a UTI for nearly 2 months now which is a huge bonus. Using these sticks twice a week with no obvious side effects so far. I used to get an infection twice a month for over 2 years and I'm 70. Happy to keep taking this medication"

• Tina
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 2, 2022

For Atrophic Vaginitis "After using Vagifem pessaries for 2 months my hair started falling out. I am really concerned I will be left without hair if I continue using this "medication". My GP said it's not Vagifem but low iron levels or the menopause. I've always had low iron levels and it's never affected my hair. To couple this problem I've also experienced pressure on the front part of my scalp and a burning sensation on my scalp. Has anyone else had this problem and how was it resolved."

• Billa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 9, 2023

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I was prescribed Vagifem vaginal inserts as I have severe vaginal atrophy. This medication is extremely painful to insert 8-10 cm into the vagina of a woman who has a dry and shrunken vagina, even if copious quantities of lubricant are used. It has had absolutely no positive effects on my symptoms, and I am still getting up to pee several times a night. What a disappointing waste of money."

• Hano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 11, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "It works great for increasing lubrication and sensation, but has caused hair loss. I have never dealt with hair loss ever, even under periods of stress. It doesn't run in my family at all. I'm in my 20s, and was prescribed this for vaginal dryness. My doctor didn't want to further investigate my symptoms and simply used this as a bandaid. My self esteem is destroyed. Am hoping for some improvement in my hair ASAP."

• Iskra
• November 17, 2020

For Atrophic Vaginitis "It was prescribed Vagifem for atrophic vaginitis by my gyno. At that time I was taking topamax for severe migraine and I think I had bad reaction so I had stopped taking it. However, almost a year later, when I start loosing a lot of hair (stopped topamax) I have tried this med one more time as my last resort and it made a miracle. My hair finally stopped falling !!!!! You don’t even know how happy I was, I know that Vagifem is helping but I don’t know how long I have to take it for? Don’t have sides effects at all, my migraine is in control. My vagina still dry though, maybe a little better than before. I will take it for now because I don’t have a choice. I am doing more research because I don’t understand how it’s working since my estrogens are high, my progesterone is low as my cortisol and melatonin level ( I did complete hormone test which I had to pay 450$) but it’s working. If I will find out how my body works I will let you know."

• Soggy
• November 19, 2020

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I've been prescribed vagifem 10 for dryness and vaginal itching. I am now on once a week and I had a good 2 days with no itches then on Monday I did my normal one and now it driving me nuts, I really didn't give it a thought that this could be the problem not the cure. I'm not using it any more and ringing my gp tomorrow."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 22, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I had a prolapse as I had a hysterectomy through the vagina by keyhole surgery while I had bowel surgery caused by endometriosis which caused the walls off my womb to come down I was only 49 but vagifem has kept my prolapse at bay and no more swelling. I have been on it for 21 years with no side effects and glad I have it but it's not for everyone but try other things that suits you everyone is unique."

• Anonymous
• March 4, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Please say that vagifem works? My vagina is so sore and it throbs like mad! Plus I feel terrible I’m on antibiotics at the moment I hope when the antibiotics finish that I feel better. I hope all you girls don’t get these burning throbs ! Soooooo bad please help"

• Carol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2022

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Vagifem has given me total relief from all the symptoms of VA. I feel much more comfortable and glad I told my GP the problems I was having as half thought they were things I'd just have to get on with being post menopausal but I was referred to a Gynaecologist and realised my discomfort was real and could be helped. Feeling so much better :)"

• Katie...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 25, 2020

For Atrophic Urethritis "I’m 61 and was still suffering from night sweats! The nursed recommended Vagifem ... and yes it really helped to ease my night sweats. I can’t comment on vaginal atrophy etc . But if like me you still suffer from night sweats .. then Vagifem really helped! Thank you"

• Susie
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 1, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I have terrible vaginal dryness and vulval soreness since having a hysterectomy and oophorectomy for very heavy periods aged 51. This problem has got worse over the years and I can no longer have sexual intercourse. GP gave me HRT patches which I used for a year following the hysterectomy but they did not help. I’ve had Vagifem tablets and creams but they have not helped either."

• Jamjar
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 21, 2022

For Atrophic Vaginitis "Using for dryness, works well but have had ocular headaches, spotting and dizziness , bloated and weight gain . I’m 45 peri menopausal on desogestrol for heavy periods. Not sure Vagifem is worth the risks. I’m on two pessaries a week will cut to a once week once and see if that helps."

• Kate...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 17, 2023

For Atrophic Vaginitis "This product has been a life-changer for me. In my late 30s (early onset menopause), I began to experience near-constant vaginal burning and pain during urination, making it almost impossible to even consider having intercourse. But after starting Vagifem, these symptoms vanished. I've been taking it three times a week for years now, and I've told my doctor to please never stop prescribing it."

• MBC
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 12, 2021

For Atrophic Vaginitis "I've been using vagifem off and on for over 20 years. I suffer from severe vaginal atrophy, pain, burning, itching, constant discomfort. Sex is impossible. I can only use it when things get really bad due to previous breast cancer. But if I could, I'd be on it all the time. I sometimes get headaches from it, but, it's well worth it to me."