Dehydroepiandrosterone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• SEa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 15, 2020

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I was on Intrarosa daily for 17 days. The last time I used it, I had vaginal burning and urinary urgency. I also had constant abdominal bloating and gas. I am not taking any other meds, so I suppose it’s this. I have stopped for 2 days and am still having these symptoms."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2018

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I used Intrarosa for only 1 week. I simply could not take the oily discharge and oily residue that was left in my panties. Panty liners and pads would no longer stick to my panties, and the oily residue passed through to my pants and ruined a pair of my pants. I attempted to launder my panties but could not get the residue out (I tried Dawn dishwashing liquid also). After washing and drying my panties, the oily residue 'hardened and stiffened' my panties. I threw them all away. I just felt very unclean and oily from the discharge while using Intrarosa."

• Gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2020

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "65 years old, I have IBS-C and diverticulosis, with vaginal atrophy. Tried Intrarosa for 7 nights, and yes, the 4th day I tried sex, and it was much easier! But, on the 6th night, I was up all night urinating and felt abdominal pressure that urination did not alleviate. I did not sleep a wink, and then the abdominal pain, which occurred on the 7th night almost immediately after insertion, I knew this is N/G for me! I don’t know if it is the oils or hormone that engaged my IBS-C and diverticulosis, but the pain was excruciating! As well as severe urination."

• Ran...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 19, 2019

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "This Intrarosa worked for me. I question why they only give you 28 inserts for a month's supply. Only one of the 12 months has 28 days, and the cost for this is not cheap. My insurance made this a $35 per month drug."

• JDa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 28, 2020

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I have been on Intrarosa for 3 months now, very little improvement with my vaginal atrophy/GSM issues. No side effects noticed, and I am one who is very sensitive to meds. I will say if you try it, make sure you put it in right before bed. I got up to pee after I had it in about 45 minutes, and it fell out into the toilet. It's not working for me, I will be switching to Yuvafem Estradiol Vaginal Tablet tomorrow. I did have a $35.00 month coupon from Dr. for Intrarosa."

• del...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 29, 2018

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "It was okay as a medicine, but not better than Vagifem. The packaging was awful - a struggle to get the foil peeled down enough to use. I did not like having to use it nightly. The carrier substance (something oil-based, I think) soaked into my underwear and wouldn't wash out, leaving the fabric stiff. I didn't see any benefits over the twice-weekly small tablet (Vagifem)."

• Lew...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 6, 2022

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I used this for about 4 months and, even though my doc said this wouldn’t have any side effects, I believe it triggered moderate hair loss. I discontinued 6 months ago and am still trying to treat my hair loss."

• Nur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 16, 2019

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "Prices of these products are just insane! Estring worked wonders, but at $400, it was just too expensive. Tried this product, and this one is also crazy at $100! Ask your provider for coupons, they have them, but you have to ask. I went back to my pharmacy and got a $65 refund."

• Lop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 29, 2022

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I am 67 and used Intrarosa for 3 months for low sex drive and vaginal atrophy, and it changed my life. I have been lucky with no side effects, my vagina felt it was 30 years old, and my energy and sex drive came back. Unfortunately, in the UK, there is a shortage, and I have been waiting 6 weeks for it so far and had to move to Imvaggis, which just doesn't have the same effect."

• Nee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2023

Dehydroepiandrosterone "I just started. Noticed some burning and swelling the next day after using, which made my bladder feel swollen. The melted oil was okay the next day. I noticed some very small, tiny white specs also in the morning in the discharge from the pessary. This was the morning after the first day. I am very nervous about this, as in the last year, I became prone to yeast infections. I’m 52. Never had a yeast infection my whole life. Premarin vaginal cream and Vagifem started the problem. I will rate again later after longer use."

• Aud...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 25, 2024

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "It's only my 3rd week using Intrarosa. I have not slept more than a couple of hours each night since. It's also caused me to feel hot flashes I never had before its use. At this time, I will stop for a month and hope sleep returns and try again in the future."

• Emm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 4, 2018

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "Upon waking after the 2nd night's use, I found I had significant fatty residue on my underwear, which had leaked to the insides of my thighs and on my sheets. The fatty base in which the product is suspended melts and then leaks out of the vagina. I'm theorizing that the experience would be similar to going to bed with a tablespoon of Crisco inserted in the vagina. I stopped use at this point, so cannot speak to the efficacy of the drug itself."

• Meg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2023

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I suffer from dyspareunia and was recommended Intrarosa. Unfortunately, I felt cramping and pulling and just overall discomfort, which worsened. By the 7th day, I stopped using this, as my body seems opposed to it."

• smg...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2023

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I've tried many medications over the years for my vaginal pain (happens after I pee). Gabapentin, Elmiron, Amitriptyline, Lyrica, various creams and muscle relaxants 3 times a day (this actually did help for a while). I don't even think my urogynecologist knows why this has been happening. Something to do with my pelvic floor muscles having 'spasms' and urinating sets it off. I had to discontinue them either because they didn't help or they had nasty side effects. Intrarosa was a miracle for me. Pain was gone after 1 week - I was SO happy, until my hair started falling out. I didn't make the connection at first. Then I searched the reviews and severe hair loss caused many to stop taking this. So I had a good cry and I stopped taking it. Currently trying Carson's Vitamin E suppositories. They do help somewhat. Have a phone appointment in a couple of weeks with my specialist. Either I have to find something to help with the hair loss or I'll try something else - possibly Ospemifene."

• RBa...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 28, 2021

Dehydroepiandrosterone "I started using Intrarosa 2 years ago at age 50 due to increasing dryness and extremely painful intercourse. The thought of daily vaginal inserts was very off-putting considering I hated tampons. However, I was desperate. I was becoming physically uncomfortable in my everyday life, with or without sex. It worked like a charm. Still mild pain at the beginning of penetration, but nothing compared to before. Now, my insurance will not cover it, so I have to try Premarin. I’m not happy, but I’ll give it a go reluctantly. If not, I’m willing to pay to go back to Intrarosa. The only real pain is the underwear replacement costs. It’s a bit messy. However, it was worth it to me. No more daily constant burn."

• Gae...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 21, 2022

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "Terribly expensive, even with my insurance. I have not used it consistently due to several factors. The packaging is a real struggle to open - mood dampener. I keep my nails short (live on a farm) and end up trying 2 or 3 different inserts before I get one opened. Tabs are too short, and on the wrong end of the insert! The excess of oil that leaks out once I am upright is a mess! All over my vulvar area and inner thighs, in the sheets, on my partner. I prefer to sleep naked, and the next morning it is draining into my underwear. No color, as some have complained of, but hard to wash out. Why not use a smaller insert with the same amount of meds in it? Also, a huge amount of plastic waste is unnecessary. We are all capable of washing and reusing the insert tube. I am looking for a more user-friendly, less expensive, more ecological product without the crazy side effects that many have experienced."

• LMM...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 24, 2024

Dehydroepiandrosterone "This has been a life changer for me. For 3 years, I felt like I had a bladder infection, and I could not sleep. It has been completely resolved. It has also helped the dyspareunia. The packaging has recently improved. The ovules are much easier to get open."

• Suz...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 29, 2022

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I was prescribed Intrarosa after trying HRT gel, Ovestin, and Vagifem - none of which did any good. Intrarosa really suited me, and I liked the oiliness as it helped with dryness. Unfortunately, at the time of writing, there is a shortage and it is no longer available at the moment. The nurse has prescribed Ovestin/Estriol cream, which is not good for me."

• Men...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 23, 2023

Dehydroepiandrosterone "I am reporting back after starting this product for 10 days. At first, it burned the next day. But I kept using it to see if it changed. Glad I did because I no longer am in pain while sitting and I’m not feeling the urge to urinate every 15 minutes. I am not dry. I have noticed that it works really well if you pee before bed and then use it. Hit the hay and insert high inside. Don’t get out of bed unless you really have to. The oil is minimal, but just shower in the morning. I have noticed that in the morning I feel a little nauseated. It lasts until noon or so. Also, I feel totally sleepy. I have been checking my blood pressure and it’s all over the place. Lower in the morning and creeps up in the afternoon. I like what the product does for the atrophic vaginitis and bladder symptoms, but I will see what my doctor says about the other symptoms tomorrow."

• men...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 26, 2024

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "Having history of sarcoma and with family history of cervical cancer, I would not play with hormone therapy and had to let nature take its course. Started using Intrarosa the year I noticed a little dryness during intercourse. My OB-GYN recommended Intravexx or Intrarosa. I adapted better to Intrarosa, using it at first every 3-4 days. In my second year of full menopause, I use it every day and sometimes every other day - plenty of happy sex and no pain. Cons: The packaging sucks! The suppositories come in hard plastic that is terrible to open and the box is not efficient. But it works! I've never slept with underwear and if I'm wearing black nightgowns, it stains the sheets - wear light colors or underwear when using Intrarosa. Sometimes we use lube for sex - they do not interfere with the Intrarosa use."

• SLS...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 4, 2023

Dehydroepiandrosterone "Been on Intrarosa for 35 days. I had blood in urine. After cystoscopy, the consultant said the bladder was dry/vaginal atrophy, so prescribed Estriol cream. This gave me stomach cramps, so asked my doctor for something else. Intrarosa has been good. No side effects, and it seems to have stopped going to the toilet so often!"

• Dia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2018

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I tried Intrarosa (6.5 mg) for 4 and 1/2 months because I have vaginal dryness that causes painful intercourse. After trying it every night for the 4 and a half months, I found out it does not work at all! Do not buy this product! Complete waste of money! On top of that, it is messy at night, it gets all over me and the bedsheets! It is a stupid and very expensive product! Amag Pharmaceuticals, go back to the drawing board and make a better product! My Carlson Vitamin E suppositories work just as well and only cost $15 for a month's supply. Whereas at Walgreens, this greedy drug company wants $84 for a month's supply and it does not work and is messy! I am reporting this bad drug to the FDA (not that this do-nothing agency will do anything). Terribly disappointed consumer!"

• Reg...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 31, 2022

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "First of all, the packaging is almost impossible to open. Secondly, the price is extremely high. Lastly, and most importantly, I used it the full 12 weeks that were recommended without any relief. It did not work for me whatsoever."

• Deb...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 8, 2019

For Dyspareunia "I find this medication, dehydroepiandrosterone, helpful with incontinence, vaginal atrophy, painful intercourse, and the list goes on. What I read a lot here is about the oily-like staining and how difficult it is to get out of your clothes. For that, I would look at what kind of laundry detergent you are using. I know that Persil ProClean is not the cheapest laundry detergent, but it works for all of our laundry needs and does an excellent job at not leaving any stains from the use of this prescription drug. I would suggest you try it because that seems to be the most predominant complaint here. Hope that helps."

• Tul...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 28, 2019

Dehydroepiandrosterone for Dyspareunia "I am perimenopausal and my primary struggle is with nocturia (for many years) or bladder urgency/frequency at night - it is miserable. Lesser struggles are insomnia and hot flashes. My doctor gave me a sample of this a few days ago, so I'm only 3 days in - too early to see if it will help, so I will update this later. So far, no side effects or improvement. I'm curious if anyone here has dealt with nocturia and found anything that helped (I've been fully evaluated by an internist, urologist, and gynecologist)."