As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. It is used in addition to other measures to help prevent osteoporosis, such as calcium and vitamin D supplements, quitting smoking, and regular weight-bearing exercise. In situations where bone loss or fracture has already occurred, using the estradiol patch may help to slow down further bone loss. Some forms of the estradiol patch are also used to prevent osteoporosis when there are low estrogen levels in the body. Women who have not had a hysterectomy (removal of their uterus or womb) must also take another female hormone called progestin while they are taking this medication to prevent complications associated with taking estrogen alone. When an estradiol patch is applied to your skin, it releases estradiol into your blood through the skin. Most women reach menopause naturally around the age of 50, but some women may undergo menopause sooner due to many causes, including surgery. At menopause, the amount of estrogen made by the ovaries declines and symptoms such as hot flashes (sudden, extreme feeling of warmth) and vaginal dryness can occur. It is used for the management of menopausal symptoms such as abnormal uterine bleeding, hot flushes, sweating, and chills.Įstradiol is a type of estrogen, a female hormone that is produced by the ovaries. How does this medication work? What will it do for me?Įstradiol patch belongs to the class of medications known as estrogen replacement therapy.
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