Vagifem for Atrophic Vaginitis User Reviews (Page 3)
Vagifem has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 80 reviews for the treatment of Atrophic Vaginitis. 45% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 35% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Vagifem
- Squir...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 8, 2022
"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
"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."
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- Billa
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- January 9, 2023
"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
"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."
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- Iskra
- November 17, 2020
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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 :)"
- Susie
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- July 1, 2021
"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
"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
"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
"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."
- Jules
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- October 27, 2021
"Prescribed this for vaginal atrophy and UTIs related to sex. After much hesitation I tried this and within a week the vaginal irritation after sex stopped. A miracle, however I did start to get pelvic pain and after 8 weeks started with irritation in my uretha. I'm taking a break from it."
- Margie
- April 1, 2023
"8 years ago when I started using it the results were good. Have been using it on and off since then. Now after symptoms became worse I decided to do a 14-day treatment but on day 10 it has made no difference. Now not sure what route to take."
- Heggy
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 7, 2022
"Very poor results 5 months and thing are worse than before worse ever thrush which took ages to treat prolapse more uncomfortable, now trying some steroid cream to reduce inflammation from Vagifem. Packaging completely unacceptable what a waste of plastic."
- mount...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- April 29, 2024
"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."
- Hayser
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- August 15, 2019
"Hi I have Atrophic Vaginitis using vagifem for a few months, all was well but recently my breasts are like cannonballs and tender has anyone experienced this ? I also feel bloated"
- Lucy
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- February 29, 2020
"The product works very well, and I'm happy with it. Just want to know, what idiot thought up the name? VAGIFEM? like my vagina is not feminine enough??? Horrible horrible name."
- Ebo
- September 3, 2020
"I also have been using VAGIFEM for post menopausal Utis for 7-8 years. Suddenly I am experiencing burning discomfort . Has anyone else experienced this? Has formula changed?"
- Ginne...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 4, 2016
"54 and Suffering Severe vaginal dryness took vagifem 10 m for 10 days only had to stop due to severe abdominal pain never again will I take this drug users please beware"
- Nicki...
- January 29, 2020
"Seems to work well but HATE the excessive plastic"
- dragon
- May 21, 2014
"completely stopped vaginal dryness."
- 2...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- January 29, 2019
"Been on this for 6 mos. Has been wonderful!"
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"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"