Climara User Reviews & Ratings

• Dish
• January 29, 2014

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "Insomnia, night sweats, moody, uncontrollable crying in the bosses office! I tried so hard and so long to do nothing and let it runs it's natural course. If I didn't work and could take naps, I'd still suffer and deal with it. Not the case. Have to be on my toes at work. Quality of life was bad. Climara saved my life. It was a tough decision but I tell you, it works. I feel human again!"

• Jay
• October 14, 2020

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "First of all I think I live in a lucky Country Australia and only pay $22 for 1 month supply and that’s without insurance. I found clear adhesive surgical patches and whack em over the top and it does the job. Mine stays on all week. I do find by day 5 and 6 it’s wearing off, I’m an emotional wreck. I’m on 50 so might have to change it by day 4 or get a higher dose. Only been on the patches 8 weeks and if I don’t get this dosage right I might end up doing time lol.. All I know is in my next life I want to come back as a man!"

• Dee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2018

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I'm 58, started full menopause at 56. I started using Climara 25 low dose after suffering nearly 2 years without a restful night of sleep. This patch is like a miracle, 7/8 hrs sleep nightly. I apply it roughly where my ovaries are and it never falls off. Menopause symptoms were ruining my day to day life, my internal temperature was always uncomfortable, I feel like a 10kg Gorilla has been lifted off my back. I am generally very sensitive to most medications."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 5, 2017

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been using the .45/15 patch for 30 years and feel great. I am 75 and I am strong, work out and look good. Compared to other women my age, no one can guess my age. I attribute my bone strength, cardio vascular health and overall wellbeing to Climara. I know that there may be issues for some women but for me, it has been a lifesaver."

• Trudy...
• September 14, 2016

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am 50 years old I had a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy in April and have been suffering wicked hot sweats. I would sweat so badly that my hair, legs feet, hands and face would get wet...so disgusting. It would take me a while to dry off. I started this patch on Monday and within 12 hours, I noticed a difference and within 24 hours, the wet sweats were gone. I have to keep all the fans on in my house and have an industrial fan that I would stand in front of during my flashes. Yesterday ( day 2), I did not have to turn on a single fan and my wet sweats are completely gone. I only had a headache the first night and now I feel fantastic and normal. I still have the occasional hot flash but it is short and I don't break out in a sweat."

• susan
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 11, 2023

For Oophorectomy "I have been reading these reviews on Climara patches and I noticed that women are having trouble keeping the patch on. I have been on Climara for over 20 years with no issues. I had trouble keeping them on in the beginning. I had a wonderful female gynecologist who advised me to take a hairdryer on a cool setting and thoroughly dry my skin, then apply the patch and use the hair dryer again on the patch, then press down on the patch with my hand for a minute or two. I don't use any of the fancy soaps that have a lot of moisturizer in them. I only use bar soap. I never have a patch come off. I do hope this helps you."

• Tee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 7, 2019

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I recently was prescribed the 0.25 patch Clinmara and it has really helped my symptoms a lot. I was worried about the patch not sticking after reading several reviews so after I apply my patch I place waterproof tape to hold it in place and I have never had any problems. I place mine on my upper buttock and switch sides when it's time for a new patch. For those of you that want to buy Climara at a more affordable price go online to GOODRX and get your free card. It's totally free and you can use it instead of your insurance. My Climara with insurance was close to $100. With GOODRX it was $33. I go for a checkup in a few weeks but I feel that my Gyn will increase my dosage to head off a few new symptoms. The peeling off of the patch can be difficult at times but I remain patient and take my time. Good luck ladies!!! Hope everyone finds relief."

• Anony...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 30, 2021

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "Had a complete hysterectomy at 40 years old and have been on the patch for 23 years. It has been a lifesaver. Docs have tried to wean me off of it and menopause symptoms came back within 2 days. Sweating, mood swings/irritability, can't sleep, overall misery. Being on the patch, I feel close to normal and have good skin for 63 years old. I went off the patch for a week and had to get back on as quality of life was horrible without it. I felt best on .5 and was on it for 20 yrs but Doc reduced the dosage to .375 and wants me to be off them permanently because they claim it's risky for cardiovascular health (even though it's supposed to be good for bone health)."

• del
• February 13, 2021

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have used the Climara patch since 2003 with no problem sticking but now since later 2020 I have a terrible problem on wrinkling and coming off. I know why, they have cut down on the thickness of the plastic so therefore are putting less glue or what ever they put to stick on the patch, they're saving money but causing us [problems. Now I have to put a large banded over the patch to make sure it will stay on. I have called the company and reported it to my drug store CVS now have to wait to see what they will do."

• Anonymous
• December 24, 2010

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have used 0.75 patch for 6 years. To make it stick better, rub your skin with alcohol and let dry. Press on for ~20-30 secs. Really the only thing I find frustrating is the fact that by the 5th day my body is clearly not getting as much medicine, and I start having body symptoms to parallel this. Also have very sore knots in my breasts, especially the first few days. But other than this, it has been a life-saver since I have post surgical menopause."

• Anonymous
• November 8, 2017

For Oophorectomy "At the age of 43 I had a complete hysterectomy due to out of control endometriosis. One week after surgery my doctor prescribed Climara and almost 21 years later I'm still using it. I never have hot flashes or any other symptoms of menopause. The patches have occasionally come off but that's my own fault if I don't make sure to get it firmly attached. If you rub it on there really well it'll stay put all week. I don't ever plan to stop using them. I also skip using my insurance and order them from a Canadian Pharmacy and pay out of pocket. Cost with insurance in the US=$400 per month. Cost from Canada=$40 per month. It's the exact same thing, manufactured by Bayer."

• shakti
• May 19, 2008

For Atrophic Vaginitis "In general, I'm happy with this patch. I have difficulty getting it to stay on for an entire week. It stopped the hot flashes and allowed me to have sex again (thin vaginal tissues caused major problems). I do have asthma, high cholesterol, history of migraines. I don't think I'm having any side effects. The progesterone I have to take with it causes terrible side effects. I'm 57."

• Elise
• May 9, 2016

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "Climara Pro Estradiol Patch has reduced my hot flashes by 99%. The once a week patch takes a good three to four weeks to work. You will not find relief quickly, but once it kicks in, no hot flashes. This drug is very expensive, over $100 per month, but if you can afford it, I highly recommend it. Wipe your skin with alcohol, let dry, then apply patch--sticks better."

• no...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 7, 2015

For Hypoestrogenism "Before Climara, my menopause symptoms were out of control, hot flashes and feeling moody. Climara changed my life and helped me enjoy it again without the hot flashes and weird symptoms that menopause was bringing on. Bye bye menopause."

• LAURA
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 31, 2018

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I was prescribed the climara .25 patch for night sweats , achy joints, and not sleeping well, I am 58 years old and just went in to full menopause ( late bloomer)... I have not had any issues with taking the backing off or having it stay on for the week. I went back to the doctors after a month to review how I was feeling, still was having issues with aching joints especially my knees, but have slept better and night sweats pretty gone. She did increase the patch to .50 for me to see if that will help with the joint pain. I cannot take HRT orally as bother my stomach a great deal after about 5 days , so far think the .50mg better suited for my needs. Good product !"

• SRenaeM
• July 26, 2015

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "Cannot get it to stay on. Don't know why anyone would recommend it. Went thru 3 patches in 3 days because they do not stick, wouldn't even stay on with waterproof tape over it. Insurance won't pay for another box of 4 which should last a month."

• CMac
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2020

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "Just switched to Climara from Vivelle dot (on Vivelle for years —no problems). Change patch 2x week. Not this patch. First week lasted 4 day. Second week 5 days. But they look awful. They need to make it so we can change 2x weekly. Bad bad quality and I hate the condition it looks after a few days. Insurance companies and Pharmaceutical companies should get this right!"

• LFano
• October 23, 2019

For Atrophic Vaginitis "If you workout, if you swim , if you take baths**Do Not agree to this patch** it is a waste of $$. In what universe does this stay on for more than two days. It might be ok for someone who never sweats and takes very quick showers. I was really hoping I had found a solution to my symptoms. This is not it."

• Cocoa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 6, 2017

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I love how immediate the relief was upon 1st patch. But I can not for the life of me get the backing off well at all resulting in a stretched patch each time. This, in turn, results in failed adhesion. I've burned thru several patches because I CAN NOT get the back off!! Have been researching and can't get this small (but important) bit of info. Any ideas anyone? I'd give this a 10 if the liner were easier to peel off and patch would stay on. Cocoa"

• Camille
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 2, 2018

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am not sure why Climara 0.1mg patches no longer work to alleviate hot flashes, osteoporosis and atrophic vaginitis. I pay a lot for these patches and have noticed the boxes they come in are no longer sealed by Bayer. Bayer refuses to address this lack of efficacy and lack of integrity. No one should accept boxes of meds that are unsealed. Sorry I can no longer believe Bayer is doing their jobs. They have made millions from older women for years- but clearly don't respect us or they would address our concerns."

• Despe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 16, 2018

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "My hot flashes were horrible! I would have to change my night clothes during the night. From the first day I used Climara, they were gone, and I slept through the night. So happy!! I am NOT a fan of medication, but this has been a blessing. It does itch under the patch, and I get a rash sometimes. I had a problem getting a couple of them to stick, but Bayer replaced them. I've only been using it for two months, but I am pleased with its results. The backing is difficult to remove too."

• Sunny
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2020

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I had high hopes for Climara but it’s nasty. In a day or two the glue leaches out around the edges and is black and sticky. Ugly!! I have not had issues with it falling off and I’m active and shower daily, but I took it to help with intimacy issues and it’s horrible to look at. Even my husband (who never comments like this) Said it’s unattractive and a turn off. Looks “dirty”. Maybe some kind of nice looking covering could work? I’m any case it’s solving a medical issue and causing an attractiveness one. I imagine no women on the design team...... I’m moving on."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2017

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I've been on the Climara Pro patch for two weeks now and already notice a marked decrease in hot flashes and mood swings. The night sweats and sleeplessness continue but I'm hoping that, too, will soon improve. My only and biggest complaint with this product is the next to impossible to remove plastic backing! It simply refuses to come off easily! Every time I've had to change the patch has been a battle. I end up with a patch that is torn on the edges, has holes in the middle, and I'm supposed to be able to stick it to my skin in that condition. And it's not like I can just toss it out and start over with another patch. Not at those prices!! There has to be a better way."

• Sweat...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 9, 2022

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I chart my medication intake, food intake, and symptoms daily and have done so consistently for years. Also for years, I have been using Climara estradiol patches which have effectively stopped me from having night sweats. On 12/1/21, I picked up a refill of Climara patches from the Samish Way Walgreens in Bellingham, . Since starting this batch, I have been having night sweats EVERY NIGHT consistently. There have been no other changes to my medications or lifestyle. There is a problem with this batch/lot of Climara, Lot #200235."

• Tennis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 15, 2017

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been wearing this patch for one week now. I am on my 4th patch. They keep coming off in the shower. I am very athletic and like to shower 2X a day. This is not a sustainable product because of that alone. I have also felt zero relief with this patch on for a week. I did call the company and they replaced a full box for me"