Estradiol / levonorgestrel User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)
Brand names: Climara Pro
Estradiol / levonorgestrel has an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from a total of 45 reviews on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 24% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Estradiol / levonorgestrel
- Gigi
- March 23, 2018
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "First patch was a nightmare to get on. Been using an estradiol patch $5 copay and taking testosterone capsule. $5. switched to this patch at suggestion of ob/gyn patch wouldn’t peel. I know how to apply a patch and thought this was a joke. Then I read other reviews. Estradiol patch peeled and stuck a week. Why can't this one. Especially if they’ve been having complaints for years. I'm very disappointed at the application and the price."
- Elaine...
- August 15, 2016
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have used this a few weeks to control severe hot flashes. It is starting to work, however, it is very expensive and does not stay on. The longest it has remained on is 3 days. I'm an RN and know how to apply a patch. These do not stay on. I will probably look for another option."
- CC64
- January 28, 2018
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "The patch has worked great for me. I can sleep and no more hot flashes. The backing is difficult to remove sometimes but haven't had too much trouble. I have been ordering my patches from Canada because $200-$300 a month is just too expensive. Unfortunately I have been told by my Canadian pharmacy that Bayer is discontinuing the Climara Pro. Not sure what I will do as I can't afford to purchase the prescription here in the U.S."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- December 31, 2012
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Hot flashes stopped after 3 weeks. Have been using for 3 months now. Went through menopause but now bleed heavily 5 to 6 days every week. Messing clothes, bed linens. Will have to go back to doctor. Thought it would stop by now, but no change. I am 53 yrs old."
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- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 22, 2017
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I was forced by my insurance plan to switch to Climara Pro because my new insurance plan wouldn't cover it. The Climara Pro is more expensive and is very difficult to get the backing off, so I end up touching the patch and it doesn't stick then! This patch also doesn't work as well as the one I was on."
- Squash
- February 26, 2021
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "At first I was excited to use this 1x/week easy patch! Had no problems with it sticking. It helped me sleep better too BUT unfortunately it wasn’t for me. My breasts were getting sore, painful, sensitive (not good for boudoir) and was putting on extra weight fast. I stopped taking it. Within a week I started bleeding. Be wary ladies. It’s not for everyone but really wish it was. Stay well"
- Jill
- April 9, 2021
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have a history of postpartum depression, still on meds Pristiq (helps hot flashes too) and Seroquel for sleep. Developed hot flashes and worsening insomnia at age 54yo. Tried this patch for 2 days. First day was great, and I slept well. Second day I developed worsening depression, a severe headache, high blood pressure, acid reflux, and a feeling of chest discomfort. I seem to be sensitive to every single progestin in the world. Tried to cut the patch in half, side effects were only slightly better, so I stopped it after 2 days. Women with existing anxiety/depression should be careful."
- Jah
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- February 23, 2022
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I’ve experienced extreme night sweats and hot flashes. Got on Climara for two months. I’ve been free of all menopause symptoms. However, I’ve been experiencing joint pain and extreme bloating to the point of being uncomfortable. Oh and let’s not mention weight gain and uncontrolled appetite."
- ccg
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- October 18, 2017
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "the active ingredients probably work, but applying the patch is a nightmare! I have tried calling the company and the "customer service" person read me the insert. I can read, I can follow instructions, but I can't get the backing off without a great deal of struggle. I sometimes end up with half a patch. I am switching to anything else."
- Blond...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 18, 2024
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "As far as the drug aspect of it, it is working fine. I have no complaints there. My issue is with the patch itself. It’s a pain to apply. I learned the hard way to put mine in the freezer for a minute to make the backing easier to remove, but that still didn’t stop it from flapping halfway off my clean dry skin that I did not put any oils or lotion on beforehand. I had clean hands, and I tried not to touch the sticky part of the patch itself with my fingers before I applied it to my arm, but here I am two hours later and it’s falling off. At $40 a month, I feel like I’m throwing $10 right in the trash. At this point, I can’t deal with this. I’m gonna have to take it off and put on a new one. And it’s not just this patch, it’s been this way with every single patch. I have to apply it extremely carefully, or it won’t stay on."
- Jade
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 17, 2019
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "For those that can't keep the patch on I learned from someone else to use a tegaderm dressing. I ordered some from amazon and now I can keep these patches on!"
- aussi...
- November 30, 2010
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "The patch is a wonderful item if it would stay on. It only lasts 3 to 4 days then it dries out and peels off."
- Lilli...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 2, 2022
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Prevention of Osteoporosis "I tried the patch but after a few days I felt my uterus very tender, maybe it causes my female parts to swell, it even hurts to wipe"
- Just...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 11, 2016
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Damm things , it is terribly hard to get the plastic backing off, should not be this hard to get one a piece of plastic off ruined one."
- Kiki
- August 22, 2018
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "Can’t get the patch on, when I do it only lasts three days, then it falls off."
- Nurse...
- July 30, 2015
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "My Dr told me I could swim with the patch on. But it tends to come off before the 7 days are up. Also I ruined 1 patch, I couldn't get the backing off. But has already helped with my hot flashes!"
- tee
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 12, 2012
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I would love to know if the patch worked for me but the patch just would not stay on (2 days the longest). Two boxes (8) patches wasted. "
- Anonymous
- August 5, 2009
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "I've been using Climara-pro for 2 weeks (2 patches) and this morning I used the third patch. Yet the symptoms persist and I still suffer greatly from hot flashes and night sweats."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- June 8, 2017
Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "This patch is way to expensive, and doesn't last the week. Falls off before time to change to a new one."
- agac
- December 23, 2008
For Postmenopausal Symptoms "The combination of hormones seems to be good for me. I worry about not getting the right dose though."
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Climara Pro (estradiol / levonorgestrel) for Postmenopausal Symptoms "This is the absolute worse patch I have ever used. The area was completely cleaned, hairless and dry. Within two days it started lifting and when I took a shower it completely came off. It's now being held on by waterproof tape. It also doesn't feel as effective."