Estradiol for Postmenopausal Symptoms User Reviews (Page 4)

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

Estradiol "I recently was prescribed the 0.25 patch Climara, 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. It's totally free, and you can use it instead of your insurance. My Climara with insurance was close to $100. With a coupon, 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."

• pri...
• October 2, 2008

Estradiol "I haven't seen much mentioned about the personality change (i.e. edginess and sometimes just plain meanness) that occurs with perimenopause. I have found that using this spray, it takes that edginess away. My family can tell when I forget to spray it in the morning. I don't like being mean, my nature is typically laid-back and normally a nice person. It has been a big help to me and my family by giving the nice mom back to the family."

• Ang...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 31, 2013

Estradiol "I have been experiencing hot flashes for 3 years, but I could take it no more. I finally caved and asked for the hormones! My doctor prescribed the Vivelle Dot at 0.05, and 3 weeks later, I called and asked when I could expect some relief from these awful hot flashes. It had cured my sleeping issues, and my sex drive came roaring back, and my dry skin improved, but nothing in the hot flash department. It was increased to 0.075, and still no relief from these massive meltdowns. I am getting very upset that I can get no relief and can't wait to see my doctor again next month. I hate to have another increase but am wondering if it will finally help!"

• kda...
• May 2, 2021

Estradiol "I switched pharmacy and was given the Dotti patch rather than the Sandoz patch like I had before. Immediately, my energy level dropped, chills, headache, and drenching night sweats. This is not for me!"

• Sup...
• March 30, 2014

"I started experiencing menopausal symptoms 5 years ago. The night sweats and moodiness were the worst, leading to no sleep and feeling tired during the day. The doctor put me on the lowest dose of Vivelle Dot and compounded bio-identical progesterone, and finally, I had restorative sleep again. I also had normal bone density again. After 2 years, I was having more hot flashes, enough to disrupt my day, so the doctor bumped me up to the next dosage on Vivelle Dot. I would give estradiol a 10, but I keep paying more in copays each year."

• daw...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 15, 2012

Estradiol "After a surgically induced menopause, the onset of hot flashes and night sweats was so fierce, I asked my nurse practitioner what works. She mentioned Divigel. I started on the lowest dose and actually felt like myself again within one week of use. Keeping in mind that you want to stay on the lowest dose possible, she reminded me that this is to cut down only on the severity of those hot flashes, not get rid of them entirely. I am so happy on this HRT. Just apply to your upper thigh once daily and that's it!"

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

Estradiol "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

Estradiol "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."

• Lov...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2023

Estradiol "Immediately after being switched from Sandoz to Dotti, my body went into the same horrible rigid muscle pains and terrible foot aches scenario that I had experienced prior to getting on any HRT. I dealt with it for 5 months and then asked to be put back on Sandoz. Within a week back on Sandoz, the horrible foot pain eased. After 3 weeks back on Sandoz, all the muscle pain and foot pain, as well as the sleepless nights that had returned, went away. I feel full of energy again too. I kept my Dotti package because I thought maybe it was a recall situation and I had gotten a bad batch for a number of months, but I haven't seen any recalls for it. All I know is that it absolutely doesn't work for me."

• RCa...
• October 18, 2019

Estradiol "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!"

• Ter...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 27, 2022

Estradiol "I am 65 yo. I have no uterus but both ovaries. Menopause began around 55. Severe mood swings, disabling hot flashes all day and night, unable to sleep, severe brain fog (I couldn't put two sentences together), dry skin. I was miserable. My poor husband. I went to 6 female doctors (I figured a male doc would be clueless), always asking the front desk if the doctor treated menopause...they usually have no idea and just say yes. I actually had one ob/gyn tell me she doesn't do menopause, she just delivers babies. Finally, with some luck and persistence, I found one. I began Vivelle-Dot estradiol transdermal patch system 2 times a week. .025, no effect. .050, no effect. .075...boom. Within 3 days no hot flashes, within a week no mood swings & fog cleared. Dry skin gone. Went on Medicare. Medicare wouldn't cover it. I appealed. My doctor appealed. I went back to miserable for 4 months. They wanted me to pay $580 for 3 months supply. Generic off-brand labels want me to pay $68 per month."

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

Estradiol "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."

• Ket...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2020

Estradiol "I have been taking Divigel .5 for 6 weeks and 100 mg progesterone pill, and my mind has cleared magically. However, I have gained 3 lbs, and my breasts got bigger, as well as my stomach. It is very upsetting because I have been 127 lbs all my life. Someone has experienced the same?"

• Noo...
• August 16, 2015

Estradiol "I have tried all the Sequi and Conti HRT tablets, and the best was Femoston Conti, which I was on for a year before it started giving me bad side effects such as painful breasts and mood swings. Now on Estradot 50 patch with Utrogestan capsules 200 per day for 2 weeks of the cycle. Feel fantastic and know I will be on these for a long time. I am 54."

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

Estradiol "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!"

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

Estradiol "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 years, 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

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

• lkl...
• September 5, 2008

Estradiol "I started using the Vivelle-Dot patch after having a total hysterectomy. Before starting the patch, I was having vaginal burning & itching, hot flashes, and night sweats. Within a week of starting the patch, all of these symptoms were resolved. To date, I've not experienced any side effects."

• txt...
• October 14, 2012

Estradiol "I had a total hysterectomy and experienced terrible hot flashes. I began with a dosage of 0.05, but the hot flashes continued, although less severe. My doctor changed the dosage to 0.1, and the hot flashes are a thing of the past. I've only been on this medication for 3 months, but haven't experienced any side effects so far."

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

Estradiol "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."

• Sup...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 5, 2018

Estradiol "I have more energy and have noticed that I care about my physical appearance. I am sleeping better and can find words again on the brand name Vivelle-Dot. The pharmacy tried to give me the generic, but that doesn’t seem as effective. It’s way too expensive, but I am paying the price for a better quality of life."

• Kor...
• March 26, 2017

"At 46, I had a total abdominal hysterectomy 6 months ago due to adenomyosis and severe endometriosis. Had no hormone therapy at first, the doctor took a wait-and-see approach. One month ago, I started having intense hot flashes and joint inflammation. Doctor prescribed 1 mg estradiol a week ago, and I noticed my symptoms vanished almost completely by day 2. I learned after trial and error that taking it in the morning works best for me as it gives me a ton of energy. I'm starting to feel human again."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 27, 2016

"I have been using estradiol for a week now, and I only wish I would have gone and seen my doctor sooner. After one day, I could tell a difference with my moods. I don't feel so wired or on edge anymore. I did not notice my mood swings, but I'm sure my family did...lol My hot flashes are gone. Thank you!"

• Anonymous
• December 24, 2010

Estradiol "I have used a 0.75 patch for 6 years. To make it stick better, rub your skin with alcohol and let it dry. Press on for about 20-30 seconds. 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. I 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."

• Lis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2018

Estradiol "Taking 0.25 mg 1/x daily. Thought I could get through radical hysterectomy without HRT and suffered 8 months with minor symptoms as hot flashes, but most significant was major depression. Mental chemistry balances out within 30/60 minutes of Divigel application. To date, not noticing any side effects."