Is estraderm the same as estradiol?

Estraderm (estradiol) Transdermal System is a form of the female hormone estrogen, used to treat certain symptoms of menopause such as dryness, burning, and itching of the vaginal area.

Are estraderm patches the same as Evorel?

Estradiol transdermal twice weekly patches Evorel® is currently the preferred choice with Estraderm MX® as an appropriate second choice. Estradot® provides the smallest patch size (2.5cm2 to 10cm2) and is restricted to situations where using a small patch provides an advantage to the patient.

How often do you change estraderm patch?

Do not apply the patch on the breast or on oily, broken, or irritated skin. Avoid applying the patch to areas of the skin where it might be easily rubbed off (such as the waistline). Use this medication as directed by your doctor. The patch is usually replaced twice a week (every 3 to 4 days).

Why is Estradot out of stock?

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has been notified of a current shortage for all strengths of Estradot (estradiol) hormone replacement therapy (HRT) transdermal patches due to manufacturing issues. The shortage is expected to continue until July 2021.

Can estradiol cause weight gain?

The transdermal skin (the patch, spray or gel) route is not subject to the initial first pass through the liver. In general, there is NOT weight gain with menopausal estrogen therapy. In fact, women on estrogen post-hysterectomy tend to be leaner than women not on estrogen.

Do Evorel Conti patches come in different strengths?

What is in Evorel patches? Evorel patches contain a natural oestrogen called oestradiol. The patches come in 4 different sizes: Evorel 25, Evorel 50, Evorel 75 and Evorel 100. The patches contain 1.6 mg, 3.2 mg, 4.8 mg, 6.4 mg of oestradiol and deliver 25, 50, 75 and 100 mcg of oestradiol respectively per 24 hours.

Where is the best place to put the estradiol patch?

You should apply estradiol patches to clean, dry, cool skin in the lower stomach area, below your waistline. Some brands of patches may also be applied to the upper buttocks or the hips.

Is estradot out of stock?

Estradot® 75micrograms/24 hours patches are out of stock until w/c 31 May 2021. Evorel® 75 patches and Estraderm MX 75® patches remain available and can support an increase in demand (each patch contains 75micrograms of estradiol). A Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) was issued on 29/04/2021.

How often should I take Estraderm MX 75?

Estraderm MX 75 is an oestrogen only patch. In women with an intact uterus oestrogen should be supplemented by sequential administration of a progestagen (e.g. medroxyprogesterone acetate 10mg, norethisterone 5mg, norethisterone acetate 1-5mg or dydrogesterone 20mg per day) to be taken at least on the last 12 days of each 4-week treatment cycle.

Which is the active ingredient in Estraderm MX?

Estraderm MX patches (estradiol) Estraderm MX patches contain the active ingredient estradiol (previously spelt oestradiol in the UK), which is a naturally occuring form of the main female sex hormone, oestrogen.

What are the benefits of Estraderm MX patches?

Oestrogen supplements help prevent bone loss and fractures that may occur in women in the years after menopause. Estraderm MX patches are a continuous, oestrogen-only form of HRT.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Estraderm?

Do not use patches that are cut or do not look right. If the patch falls off, put a new one on. Wear only one patch at a time. After you take off a skin patch, be sure to fold the sticky sides of the patch to each other. Throw away used patches where children and pets cannot get to them. What do I do if I miss a dose?