Estradiol for Atrophic Vaginitis User Reviews

• Mel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 26, 2019

Estradiol "This is much better than the generic. It is costing me nearly $430 a month, but it is worth it. I have a high-stress job, so my body eats it up. I have been using the generic for years, and I felt it should be working better, it just wasn't doing it for me. I decided to try the real one. It took a month and a half for my body to adjust, but once it did, I felt ten years younger. I can now work five days a week, which helps to pay for the medication. I no longer require a nap, the bottom of my feet does not have dry skin anymore, my face looks younger, it filled out. I don't have that gaunt look as much. The atrophy in my vagina is gone. I feel like exercising and doing things outside of the house. It is worth the money, but it is a shame that it costs so much."

• Sun...
• August 5, 2024

"Estradiol vaginal cream 1 gm twice a week for constant recurring bladder infections has been a lifesaver. I had a hysterectomy at age 55. I am 75 now and finally found relief. It took about a month to seem to take effect. By month 4, I cut down to one dose a week due to some minor side effects. I have not had any more bladder infections. I recommend low-dose vaginal cream."

• sha...
• May 19, 2008

Estradiol "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, and a 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."

• hav...
• December 10, 2010

Estradiol "This ring provided miraculous results for me. I had severe atrophy, which my GYN noticed when tissue was tearing and bleeding as he tried to do my pap smear. I didn't even know I had an issue. After a couple of months on the Femring, he reported my tissue looked healthy and wonderful, I had no side effects from it at all. I had to stop using it due to insurance not covering it but am now on Estring, which is the same thing, different brand, but insurance covers that one."

• LFa...
• October 23, 2019

Estradiol "If you work out, 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 okay 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."

• g77...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 13, 2023

Estradiol "I am 74 and have been using Femring for 9 years with wonderful results. I am able to have a regular and full sex life since enduring the pain of vaginal dryness after menopause. The only negative is the cost. A ring lasts 90 days, and the over-the-counter cost is $500+. With my insurance and manufacturers' coupons, it is an affordable $25 co-payment. Without my Medicare supplement, it would be unaffordable to me."

• Grn...
• December 3, 2019

Estradiol "People seem to have an issue with keeping the patch in place. The only thing that seems to work is Tegaderm hospital tape, cut a piece and place it over the patch. I do not know why Big Pharma, which charges a fortune for this RX, does not include a cut-to-size Tegaderm tape piece with every patch. Surely they can afford it, and they must know getting the patch to stick is an issue for their users. Side note: the glue on the patch causes my skin to be red, burn, and itch during the first day of a new patch, this diminishes as the week progresses. It works well for symptoms of low energy and achy joints, muscles, hot flashes. Not so well with the vaginal atrophy and vaginal dryness part, which is too bad. I've been on it for close to a year, and those symptoms seem to be getting worse, even with regular sexual activity. I will be trying the ring."

• Nan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 21, 2016

"I believe I don't need to take Vagifem. Yes, I have a prolapse. I am awaiting an operation, but the side effects have been terrible: weight loss, loss of appetite, enlarged stomach, lethargy, stomach pain. So, I have decided not to continue with this medication."

• Lal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 11, 2018

Estradiol "I went into full menopause at 45 due to radiation for colon cancer. I did not know that was going to happen so suddenly. I've been on Estring for over a year with okay results. Still extremely painful intercourse, sweats, and hot flashes. My gyno switched me to Femring this month. Hopefully, it works better for me. I will update in a few weeks and let everyone know how it's working for me. Take care!"

• MEG...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 27, 2020

"It fell out within one week of inserting the ring. I didn't notice it when it came out; probably because it is 'clear.' If it was colored a bright color, I might have noticed before flushing away $500... I have to say that I am unimpressed with the product!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 7, 2022

"I am more lubricated within a week and a half of taking it. No more painful sex or burning."

• SEa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2020

"1 gram of estrogen cream one time caused vaginal burning, diarrhea, and horrible bloating. Will not use again."

• Lor...
• March 26, 2018

Estradiol "Using this twice a week. Much more comfortable now, with much less pain."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 11, 2023

"It did absolutely nothing, no change. Extreme pain around the vagina. No side effects. I used a pea size for 6 months, once a day. Ointment expires after 6 weeks. Use only twice a day for 6 weeks."

• sim...
• December 4, 2017

Estradiol "Try using castor oil, and look up castor oil packs also."

• Joy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 29, 2023

Estradiol "Like it so far except I'm bleeding a lot. My doctor says it's normal for the first 6 months. It's like having a period 2 weeks of the month. Other than that I think I'm more chilled, no hot flashes."