Skip to main content

Estradiol Gel (Elestrin)

Generic name: Estradiol Gel (Elestrin) [ es-tra-DYE-ole ]
Brand name: Elestrin
Drug class: Estrogens

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 7, 2024.

Warning

  • Estrogens may raise the chance of uterine cancer. Progestins may lower this chance. A warning sign for cancer of the uterus is vaginal bleeding. Report any vaginal bleeding to the doctor.
  • Do not use estrogens to prevent heart disease or dementia. Oral estrogen has been shown to raise the risk of heart attack, a stroke, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, a blood clot, or dementia. It is not known if these effects are seen with other forms of estrogens. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
  • Use estrogens with or without progestin for the shortest time needed at the lowest useful dose.

Uses of Estradiol Gel:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Estradiol Gel?

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with estradiol gel (elestrin).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take estradiol gel (elestrin) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Estradiol Gel?

How is this medicine (Estradiol Gel) best taken?

Use estradiol gel (elestrin) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

Gemtesa, Erleada, alendronate, Botox, finasteride, estradiol, oxybutynin, tamoxifen, Fosamax

What are some other side effects of Estradiol Gel?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Estradiol Gel?

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.