Estradiol Patch for Postmenopausal Symptoms User Reviews (Page 2)

• Sus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 15, 2020

"This patch is so frustrating. It only stays on a couple of days because the material it is made of allows the water to soak in when you shower. Then the skin stays wet underneath and starts smelling sour. The adhesive on the edges irritates my skin and causes itching. What good is it if I can only get about 3 days out of it? I used to use a thinner patch made out of a different material, and I never could tell I even had it on, but the company quit producing it."

• Cyn...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 13, 2019

"For three years, I used the small clear Alvogen estradiol patch with no problems. I am no longer able to get them because I understand they stopped making them. I am now using the Mylan estrogen patch, and it is horrible. It's big, ugly, it stinks, and it will not stay on. I will have to figure out something else to use because this is intolerable."

• Cat...
• April 21, 2023

"The Estradiol patch has made a functional life possible for me. Please review the latest NAMS 2022 Position Statement for updated side effects. This presents a clearer and more accurate summation of increased benefits and less or null risks for the use of the Estradiol transdermal patch. I will continue to use the patch as an early user and now in my 70s under the close supervision of my PCP."

• RCa...
• October 18, 2019

"I was so upset when insurance bumped my price on Minivelle and forced me to go to this generic patch. It’s terrible. Leaves an awful rash, itches, and doesn’t stick. I think it should be illegal to sell these as a comparable product! Bring back Minivelle, please! It works perfect!"

• Ali...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 9, 2020

"I have been on Vivelle Dot for 8 years. Love it and no issues at all. I cannot find it anymore and have checked several pharmacies. I had to switch to Mylan generic. Absolutely awful. It does not stick well and comes off. It leaves red marks on my skin and is itchy. I do not feel I am getting the same amount of hormones, and my body can tell the difference. I have used it for 2 months. The patch is supposed to last 3 1/2 days, and I am sometimes changing after 2 days. Not happy with this. I hope to find Vivelle again. I am looking for other options."

• nan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 25, 2024

"Ask your pharmacist what brand they have in stock, and try to avoid Sandoz. They do not stick well at all, especially around the edges of the patch. I’m using Band-Aids to keep them on right now, but I’m going to order better waterproof adhesive tape off Amazon. In the past, my patches were from Mylan, and the adhesive was far superior to Sandoz. I definitely will not get this brand again!"

• Pam...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 31, 2024

"I feel there is an assault on women. These patches are expensive and the ones that are thin, see-through so it doesn't show through your clothing are either not readily available. Something women must have should be affordable, reliable, stay in place without being thick, cumbersome, and irritating. How dare pharma keep screwing us over. We need to demand better. Mylan is garbage, but all are pricey."

• Fru...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 16, 2023

"I just started the Mylan estrogen patch three days ago due to not getting any absorption from the pill. Like many other women commenting, half of this oversized patch comes unstuck while I'm taking a bath, so I have to use the blow dryer after bathing to get it to attach again, which leaves me wondering if that will make it less effective. The struggles of menopause are real, and I'm hoping this medicine will help if I can get it to stay on! To all the women having a hard time with menopause, I truly empathize!"

• Gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2023

"Had mild menopausal symptoms and confirmed menopause. Since I was under 40, the doctors insisted on HRT and this patch. I was reluctant due to the risks, but I followed doctors' orders. This patch opened a new door in life for me. My sex drive is back and stronger than ever. A gentle gust of wind induced arousal, and I have never felt more pleasure. This is all because of the increased estrogen. All other symptoms stopped. I am not sure if insomnia stopped because I now wake up every 3 hours to touch myself or hope my husband is awake or able to 'sleepwalk' to relieve me. Wow. Hope this stays like this forever. Highly recommend."

• JSa...
• June 18, 2019

"I have used the Alvogen product successfully for several years. When my pharmacy said it was no longer available and substituted the Mylan patch, I was, frankly, shocked. What a piece of junk. It is huge, does not adhere, and, compared to the generic Climara product produced by Alvogen, it is like stepping into the dark ages. I am paying extra to now use the brand name rather than generic. It appears from looking online that it is the same clear, low-profile product. I agree with other reviewers who also feel strongly about this issue. I phoned Alvogen, and it apologized about no longer carrying it. It is little comfort."

• Que...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 29, 2019

"My complaint is against the SANDOZ brand of estradiol patch specifically - they do not work for me for some reason. I've been on Alvogen for a long time, and everything was great and it worked well. The pharmacy gave me the Sandoz brand, and I started menopause symptoms in 2 weeks. The next time I picked up my prescription, they had the Alvogen brand again, and about a week after taking it - I started feeling better again. Then they said they didn't have Alvogen again, so I tried Sandoz again and again - within two weeks, I am feeling my menopause symptoms. For those of you having problems with the patches falling off - I put the patch on my butt/hip area beneath my underwear. The underwear helps to keep it on."

• Ram...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 18, 2019

"I read through many of the comments - and I could NOT agree more about the Mylan patches. I stopped using them years ago for the same reason: too big, skin reaction, and they just didn't adhere to the skin. I had received such a poor quality supply, I wrote directly to the manufacturer. They did send me a refund check for two of the three months I requested. At this point, I found Alvogen brand. This has been the best estrogen patch ever - however, I just went to refill at Walmart and they said that Alvogen was no longer available for shipment to them. Was told it was discontinued being sent to Walmart. CVS did have some of what I needed on the shelf for now. I am doing some research to find out what is happening."

• Fla...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 4, 2019

"The Alvogen small, clear, thin patches worked very well. For some time, my pharmacy has been filling my prescription with Mylan. As a medication, I notice no difference. But I hate the Mylan patches anyway because they are large, thick, brown, and irritate my skin far more and far longer than the Alvogen. Clearly, this is a shared experience. Will Mylan take note?"

• CTg...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 27, 2024

"I started on the lowest dose and within 4 days, I felt unusually calm! I have been fighting severe hot flashes and depression for 20 years. Feeling calm was an entirely new experience! I love the patch and how it has improved my well-being. I am now on the much bigger 50 mg patch and it won't stay on!!! Ughh!! I'm using medical tape to keep it on! So frustrating! I'm paying full price for these and don't appreciate wasting one because the adhesive is inefficient! The company needs to rectify this. If the patch stayed on, I would rate it at 10."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 22, 2020

"The Estradiol Patch causes redness, severe itching, and burning. I have marks that are taking months to heal. I have had other brands that do not cause this reaction. I am having a hard time getting a brand other than Mylan from my pharmacy."

• Kan...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 4, 2019

"I have used estrogen patches for 25 years, the Climara brand and then much less expensive ones from the UK -- same company, different name. At one time, I tried to save money with generic. The only thing available was Mylan. They are horrible; worse than horrible -- and they stink to high heaven. Gross. I don't care how less expensive they are; they are awful. I found a place that had a couple of boxes of Alvogen left and got them; but now I don't know what I'm going to do about getting the medication I need. Here are two things I do regarding usage. My skin won't hold the patch on; I use a clear Tegaderm over it. To avoid a rash, I wait about 15 seconds between removing the liner and applying the patch. If there is a bit of a rash, I use some aloe or no fragrance moisturizing cream upon removal. Good luck to us all."

• Mom...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 24, 2024

"The Mylan brand of this patch is terrible! It doesn't stay on, and I still have menopause symptoms while using this brand, which makes me believe the quality is less than other brands. I will never use the Mylan patch again."

• Zet...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 24, 2019

"The Estradiol medication itself is fine; the patch is not. They regularly become unstuck in the first day or two, especially if I am swimming regularly. Then if they do stay on, I get a rash with every 3rd or 4th one that makes my skin look burned."

• Tru...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2018

"This is specifically about the MYLAN generic substitute for the Climara estradiol patch. Let me add mine to the chorus of frustrated voices: this product should be withdrawn by the FDA, and insurance should not cover it. It's ineffective due to its defective delivery system. The patch is large, thick, and stiff, and the adhesive is poor. I am a daily swimmer. It falls off after 2-3 days and cannot be reattached. The package insert says 'may fall off after swimming, saunas, and showering!!!' Well, thanks a lot! That knowledge cost me $150. The Climara patch, on the other hand, has been extremely effective. I've been on it for years. It addressed my volatility and depression, and my bone density has not declined in a decade. It's clear, thin, small, flexible, and adheres all week."

• Ang...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 3, 2019

"Mylan brand estradiol patches are horrible. I had a severe reaction: 17 hives, couldn't breathe, lethargic. I was started on Vivelle Dot over 5 years ago. We are forced to pay 450 a month, and I'm disabled! I cannot pay close to that! Most pharmacies are pushing Mylan! I contacted the FDA."

• Jus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 4, 2019

"I have used the Estradiol patch for one month. I was hesitant, given the reviews that the patch falls off. Mine sticks on great. I exercise, shower, and bathe with no issues. My symptoms have greatly improved. I use the Mylan generic."

• AZN...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 24, 2022

"I was prescribed the mylar estradiol patches 0.5 mg twice weekly. I've had no issues with adherence, except 1 patch, and that was user error. It definitely improved my symptoms of night sweats and vaginal dryness. I'm also taking 200 mg of progesterone to combat insomnia. I had an ovary-sparing total hysterectomy in January this year and noticed an increase in symptoms. Labs show ovaries still working, but levels up and down, consistent with perimenopause at 45 years old. Don't suffer needlessly, there's help!"

• ung...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2019

"The Mylan estradiol patch must have been invented by a man. As others have commented, they are huge and do not adequately adhere. I have never had this problem before with the other brands I have used, unfortunately, I can't remember the other brands."

• Fly...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 16, 2019

"I loved my Alvagen estradiol patch. It helped with intense hot flashes, and that's why I started HRT mostly. Earlier this year, I was informed Alvagen was discontinued. I was prescribed the Mylan brand of estradiol patch. Aside from the ugly foam Band-Aid look, this product does not work! I just tossed and turned and woke up drenched in sweat. I am removing the patch, and I'm going cold turkey without until I can find a decent replacement. This patch is like having no estrogen patch on at all!"

• ECS...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2017

"I am 56 years old, had no energy, gained a lot of weight, woke up sweating at night. Felt terrible. It took me 5 doctors, but the last one said it was obviously estrogen deficiency. I have been taking the Mylan 0.05 mg transdermal patch, and I feel reborn. I have energy. I'm not hot. I feel great. Only problem is the patches don't stay on. It may force me to change brands or something. They did stay on the first month when the temperatures were cooler, but now that it is warmer and I am sweating, they are falling off. Plus, I exercise a lot, which I am sure is contributing to this."