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Also known as: Adgyn Estro, Aerodiol, Alora, Bedol, Climara, Climaval, Climodien, Clinagen LA 40, Delestrogen, Delidose, Dep Gynogen, Depo-Estradiol, Depogen, Dermestril, Dermestril Septem, Dioval 40, Dioval XX, Divigel, Dura-Estrin, Duragen, Elestrin, Elleste Solo, Esclim, Estra-C, Estra-V 40, Estrace, Estraderm, Estradiol G GAM, Estradiol Patch, Estradot, Estradot 100, Estradot 37.5, Estradot 50, Estradot 75, Estragyn LA 5, Estrapatch, Estrasorb, Estreva, Estro-Cyp, Estro-LA, Estro-Span 40, Estrofem, Estrogel, Estrogen Patches, Evamist, Evorel, Fematrix, Fempatch, Femring, Femsept, FemSeven, FemSeven Sequi Phase I, FemTab, Femtrace, Femtran, Gynodiol, Gynogen LA 20, Medidiol 10, Menaval-20, Menorest, Menorest Patch, Menostar, Nuvelle TS Phase I, Oesclim, Oestradiol Implants, Oestrodose, Oestrogel, Oestrogel Pump-Pack, Organon Oestradiol, Oromone, Primogyn Depot, Progynova, Progynova TS, Provames, Sandrena, Systen, Thais, Thaissept, Valergen, Vivelle, Vivelle-Dot, Zumenon

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47 Ratings with 42 User Reviews

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Reviews for Estradiol to treat Postmenopausal Symptoms

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Review by primad: User Rating:  
   
10

Evamist (estradiol): I haven't seen much mentioned about the personality change (i.e. edginess and sometimes just plain meaness) that occurs with perimenopause. I have found that using this spray it takes that edginess away. My family can tell when I forget to spray it in the morning. I don't like being mean, my nature is typically laid back and normally a nice person. It has been a big help to me and my family by giving the nice Mom back to the family.

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October 2, 2008 9:27 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Vivelle (estradiol): I have been on the Vivelle Dot for 3 years after having my hysterectomy. It is wonderful and has controlled my hotflashes, night sweats, breast tenderness, and dry sking. The Vivelle Dot is a much better drug for me than Premarin. The Premarin was making my skin literally very dry and shrivel. At first the Premarin was fine and after several years it started to have a very different effect on me causing pain during intercourse and very dry skin. Changed to Vivelle Dot and all symptoms went away

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March 6, 2008 2:40 PM
Review by lklein9462: User Rating:  
   
10

Vivelle-Dot (estradiol): I started using the Vivelle-Dot patch after having a total hysterectomy. Before starting the patch, I was having vaginal burning & itching, hot flashes, and night sweats. Within a week of starting the patch, all of these symptoms were resolved. To date, I've not experienced any side effects.

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September 5, 2008 9:54 AM
Review by Ms. H, Dallas, TX: User Rating:  
   
8.0

estradiol: I was very reluctant to use this method, but I must say that it works. My hot flashing has decreased to 1 hot flash per day. I now have moisture in my vagina again, which is naturally creamy like before my hysterectomy. I am very pleased.

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February 25, 2008 12:12 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Climara (estradiol): Have had no hot flushes since using Climara. Skin looks better. Noticed all tissues were thinning out after hysterectomy and all have returned to normal. My patch stays on all week now that I have had time to figure out best method. Apply to clean dry skin, put patch on, press firmly then make a circle (using fingers) around and around on patch. Once I have pressed it stays on all week. Takes about 40-45 seconds to make sure it sticks. Very simple.

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July 28, 2008 1:06 AM
Review by mr foo: User Rating:  
   
10

Evamist (estradiol): Does a very good job reducing hot flashes. Mine have disappeared. It's easy to use, is plant based and does not go through the liver. Wonderful.

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January 5, 2009 4:05 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
6.0

Estrace (estradiol): Works well with mood swings and hot flashes. Side effects are not that great for me, I have dizziness and sore breasts, however both seem to be dissipating as I go through my first month's doses.

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September 23, 2009 9:47 AM
Review by berykute: User Rating:  
   
10

Climara (estradiol): My severe menopausal symptoms stopped in 24 hours after application of this patch.

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May 14, 2008 11:51 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
5.0

estradiol: Just started 3 weeks ago and noticed a weight gain of about 3 pound right away. It works though. Noticed no night sweats or insomnia starting the first night. Worth the trade off so far. Worried about the weight gain though.

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May 30, 2009 9:09 PM
Review by Feeling Fab at 47: User Rating:  
   
10

estradiol: After 3 years of using generic Estridiol patch I cannot imagine life without it! First year of use experienced average of one hot flash a month, very few night sweats and no more mood swings. The following year put on lower dose and haven't had a hot flash in over a year. Drastic improvement in my quality of life.

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March 21, 2008 1:47 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Vivelle-Dot (estradiol): After a full hysterectomy at 42 years I started taking the patch due to severe hot flashes and terrible insomnia. After less then I week, I've had only mild hot flashes and 2 good nights of sleep. I'm so happy to be taking estrogen. No side effects

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January 15, 2009 10:30 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Vivelle (estradiol): I've been Vivelle for at least 4 years now. HRT pills upset my stomach and were not as effective for me. I tried the generic version of Vivelle but it was a much larger patch and did not stick as well. The adhesive on the generic also gave me a rash. Stick to the brand on this one would be my recommendation. I'm down to the lowest dose, hopefully will be done completely in another year or so. But this has saved my sanity and that of those around me.

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June 3, 2009 2:45 PM
Review by ltlcin: User Rating:  
   
10

Evamist (estradiol): I have only used this spray for two days, but wow! I feel like I'm 30 again....I love it!! I didn't know I felt that bad, until my first dose. About 7 hours later, I felt like dancing, and I've been super happy ever since.

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October 2, 2009 11:31 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Femring (estradiol): 1 every 3 months is great. I forget I have it. Feel well balanced hormonally.

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November 18, 2008 6:29 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

estradiol: I was suffering from stress incontinence while jogging, and my doctor suggested that I try Estring. After a couple of months, I no longer have this problem, which is a real relief.

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April 8, 2008 8:14 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
1.0

Vivelle-Dot (estradiol): Unfortunately, it doesn't work for me. I experienced some chest pain and heaviness within the first day of taking.

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May 20, 2009 7:18 AM
Review by House Diva:

Evamist (estradiol): Thanks for everyone's reviews. I have been suffering through so many of the same menopausal symptoms. Had Doctor's appointment today and just cannot take it any longer. Hot flashes, no sleep, irritability, anxiety, heart palpitations and many more. Excited to give estradiol (mist-spray form) and Prometrium a try...wish me luck.

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January 18, 2010 11:33 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
8.0

Femring (estradiol): Very convenient......noted side effects of breast tenderness (bothersome) and increased milky vaginal discharge (am told this is normal)......has improved vaginal dryness and dysparuenia (painful intercourse).

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November 4, 2009 9:08 AM
Review by zaenyche: User Rating:  
   
10

Estraderm (estradiol): I had very good results. It's great.

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December 11, 2009 6:04 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Evamist (estradiol): Eliminated hot flashes, slept through the night, mood was great, mind sharp, no more brain fog! Lost weight because I am not craving sweets and salty foods all the time. Energy up, feel 20 years younger! The bad part is that it is so expensive, but it has no side effects for me and works quickly. Love it.

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March 23, 2011 12:01 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Estrace (estradiol): Works good but my co-pay with Insurance is very expensive.

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August 26, 2009 5:32 PM
Review by MMV3: User Rating:  
   
7.0

Elestrin (estradiol): Been using for 2 weeks straight now and it seems to be controlling the hot flashes during the day. I am still experiencing the night sweats, but I want to give a couple more weeks to fully get into my system.

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August 11, 2010 1:26 PM
Review by tiredteacher:

Estrasorb (estradiol): It is really hard to regulate the amount that you use every day. I have also found that it works well, then stops and you have to readjust the dosage, dosage timing or how you balance it with progesterone.

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November 26, 2008 4:23 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

Evamist (estradiol): I resisted hormone treatment for years because of the possible negative effects for post-menopausal women. But finally I decided that the stress of the hot flashes (20 to 25 per day, yikes) was worse for my heart than the hormones would be. My doctor started me off with one spray, which cut the hot flashes in half within a week. We went to two sprays, which reduced them to 2 or 3 a day, which I can live with. This is an amazing product, and the delivery system is very intelligently designed. To help prevent gynecological repercussions, I also take Prometrium for the first 10 days of alternate months, and I get an ultrasound twice a year.

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October 16, 2009 12:57 PM
Review by llockette: User Rating:  
   
10

Femring (estradiol): It's the best thing since sliced bread. I don't feel it, think about it, only change it every three months. My only problem is the cost - very expensive and my insurance pays nothing on it!

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January 14, 2010 3:33 PM
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