Oestrogen only
- 08 Dec 2023
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Oestrogen only
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If the uterus is intact, add a progestogen for endometrial protection.
PATCHES
| Brand | Oestrogen | Formulation | Dosing | Vegan suitable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estradot | Estradiol (25, 37.5, 50, 75, 100mcg) | Patches | Apply patch to skin below waist and change every 3–4 days using a different site | Yes |
| Evorel | Estradiol (25, 50, 75, 100mcg) | Patches | Apply patch to skin below waist and change every 3–4 days using a different side | Yes |
| FemSeven | Estradiol (50, 75, 100mcg) | Patches | Apply patch to skin below waist and change every 7 days using a different site | Yes |
| Estraderm MX | Estradiol (25, 50, 75, 100mcg) | Patches | Apply patch to skin below waist and change every 3–4 days using a different site | Yes |
| Progynova TS | Estradiol (50, 100mcg) | Patches | Apply patch to skin below waist and change every 7 days using a different site | Yes |
GELS
| Brand | Oestrogen | Formulation | Dosing | Vegan suitable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oestrogel | Estradiol 0.06% | Gel pump pack | Usual starting dose is 1–2 measures applied once daily to arms, shoulders or inner thighs. The maximum licensed dose is 4 measures daily | Yes |
| Sandrena | Estradiol (0.5, 1mg) | Gel sachets | Usual starting dose is 0.5-1mg applied daily to the thighs. Maximum licensed dose is 1.5mg daily | Yes |
SPRAY
| Brand | Oestrogen | Formulation | Dosing | Vegan suitable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenzetto | Estradiol (1.53mg per actuation) | Spray | Usual starting dose, 1 spray to underside of forearm daily. Max licensed dose is 3 sprays daily. If using >1 spray, use different site on same forearm | Yes |
TABLETS
| Brand | Oestrogen | Formulation | Dosing | Vegan suitable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elleste Solo | Estradiol (1,2mg) | Tablets | Take one tablet daily without a break | No |
| Progynova | Estradiol (1,2mg) | Tablets | Take one tablet daily without a break | No |
| Zumenon | Estradiol (1,2mg) | Tablets | Take one tablet daily without a break | No |
| Premarin | Conjugated equine oestrogen (0.3mg, 0.625mg, 1.25mg) | Tablets | Take one tablet daily without a break | No |
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