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Estradiol - Overview

Estradiol medication, available in forms such as an estradiol cream, estradiol patch and ethinyl estradiol, is a medication used to help replace estradiol in people, particularly women, with low estrogen levels. People in need of an estradiol prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe estradiol medications like an estradiol patch, ethinyl estradiol cream and estradiol 2 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Estradiol Used For?

Estradiol prescription medication, marketed in various preparations under the brand names such as Climara, Estrace, Imvexxy, Vivelle-Dot, Vagifem, belongs to a class of medications known as estrogen hormone medications. Estrogens are used in the body for maintaining and developing female sexual characteristics and possibly cognition and also play a lesser role in men's health. As the primary form of estrogen hormone, estradiol is highly potent as a hormone. Estradiol is primarily produced by the ovarian follicle in premenopausal women and is synthesized by other metabolic processes after menopause. Estradiol also plays a role in modulating levels of other hormones and levels change with aging. The neuroprotective effects of estradiol are controversial. One form of estradiol medication, ethinyl estradiol, is a common ingredient found in birth control medications. Estradiol medication is sometimes combined with progesterone in combination hormone therapy in medications such as Bijuva. Estradiol synthesis is reduced by aromatase inhibitor enzymes like anastrozole (Arimidex) and letrozole (Femara). In the form estrogen, estradiol is combined with medroxyprogesterone to form the medication Prempro.

Estradiol - Dosage and Coupons

Estradiol vaginal cream 0.01% is often prescribed as two grams daily for one week, tapered from there. At times, a maintenance dose of estradiol cream may be prescribed but is generally discontinued as quickly as possible at the discretion of the prescribing medical provider given the risks associated with long-term use. Estradiol prescription medication is moderately affordable, costing, for example, under $40 for 1 carton of estradiol 0.05 mg / day of eight patches for twice weekly use. Estradiol vaginal creams are typically dispensed with an applicator to enable proper dosing. Estradiol prescription savings cards are sometimes available online or through the manufacturer. Insurance plans may also cover the cost of an estradiol vaginal cream prescription at times. Estradiol cream should generally be stored at room temperature but consult the package insert for exact instructions.

Can I Buy Estradiol Online?

Estradiol medications, including estradiol 2 mg tablets and ethinyl estradiol vaginal creams, are prescription medications in the United States. As such, one cannot just buy estradiol online or get estradiol OTC (over the counter) at a pharmacy. Instead, the first step is getting a prescription from a medical provider. Through Push Health, people can connect with a licensed medical provider who can prescribe estradiol medication, including estradiol cream, estradiol tablets and estradiol patches, when appropriate to do so.

Estradiol - Side Effects

Estradiol medication use in all forms can cause side effects. Side effects that can result from estradiol use include dryness, itching, redness, irritation, headache, breast tenderness, irregular vaginal bleeding, nausea and vomiting. Estradiol prescription medication can increase the risk of endometrial cancer, myocardial infarction, stroke, cancer, dementia, pulmonary emboli and deep vein thrombosis in some women. Given its effects on adipose tissue, estradiol can impact body morphology. Estradiol medications and alcohol should not be used together. Estradiol creams and other forms should not be used by people who have had a prior hypersensitivity to estradiol, estrogen or similar medications. Before using estradiol prescription medication, it is important to discuss concerns and possible side effects with one's medical provider and pharmacist prior to use.

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