Estradiol

FDA Approved: * March 14, 1996
Pharm Company: * WATSON LABS
Category: Women's Health / Fertility

* This drug may consist of multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or distributors. If applicable, they would be listed below under "NDC Database Records".



Estradiol Overview

Estradiol (E2), also spelled oestradiol, is an estrogen steroid hormone and the major female sex hormone. It is involved in the regulation of the estrous and menstrual female reproductive cycles. Estradiol is responsible for the development of female secondary sexual characteristics such as the breasts, widening of the hips and a female-associated pattern of fat distribution. It is also important in the development and maintenance of female reproductive tissues such as the mammary glands, ute...

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if i start new pack of femilon a saturday do need to finish the friday first week

Hi, I have just started my new pack of Femilon on a Saturday after a period of break from the pill. When I finished this pack should I go back after the 3 week to the Mon-Friday pills to finish the pack on a Friday so as to use all 21 tablets? Then when should I start the next pack and on which day? ## There is nothing in the tablets that tells them what day of the week you're taking them, so you can actually take any of the active tablets on any day of the week, regardless of what's marked on the pack. Those are just there to try to help women remember to take a tablet each day, so they don't miss any. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi, I would like to start femilon tablets again. I used to have it before my first child. I would like to know what is the process ...

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Small Blue Oval Pill I998 or I988 with split between the letter and number

Small Blue Oval Pill I998 or I988 with split between the letter and number. Anyone know what this is? ## Hi John, I located an oval blue/purplish pill with the imprint "b 886 1". The "b" is on one side and on the other side is "886" and "1" separated by a score line. Looking at the pill upside down shows the imprint as "1" "988"; which is what you described. This pill is identified as Estradiol (1 mg); which is used in the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms; atrophic vaginitis; osteoporosis; prostate cancer; oophorectomy; and more. For verification, the National Drug Code (NDC) is: 00555-0886 Could this possibly be a match? ## doctor have gave me this estradiol for my nite sweat n hot flashes I'm worried it may give me cancer I have ...

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estradiol 1 mg watson 487

I have been taking this pill for about 10 yrs. I refilled my prescription and suddenly I am experiencing hot flashes and sleeping problems (laying awake for hours). Costco says it is the same manufacturer as before (Watson). I am wondering if "bad batches" have been reported lately. My last refill prior to this one was 90 days ago and I had no problems with that refill. My pharmacist says there is no reason and they have not had anyone complain. Are there any recent complaints regarding this manufacturer? ## Hello, Cher! How are you? I'm sorry about the problems you're having. No, I've not read any reports of such. However, after 10 years, it could be that it just isn't working for you in this dosage, anymore. Our bodies do tend to get used to anything we take fo...

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EST Estrgn Methtest .625/1.25 mg

I am a 42 yr old woman and had a complete hysterectomy in October 2008. Within 1 year of my surgery, I began experiencing extreme hair loss. This November, my doctor prescribed EST ESTRN METHTEST .625/1.25 mg (in addition to the ESTRADIOL .5mg that I was already taking) to help reduce the hair loss. I was wondering if this medication is used for this purpose (as well as it's other benefits)? My mother is a breast cancer survivor (2009) & I am concerned about increasing my chances, by taking all these medications. Is it safe, or should I just accept my balding? ## This medication is a combination of Esterified Estrogens and Methyltestosterone, they are used for hormone replacement, to help with the symptoms of menopause or a deficiency in these hormones. Thus, yes, if the hair lo...

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Does estradiol help with weight loss?

I started back on .5 estradiol. I have not been on it for a year and 1/2 and I have gained a lot of weight. I started on supplements that helped me to feel better so I thought I could go off estradiol. It’s so weird cause I thought I would lose weight going off of it and I keep gaining. I eat clean, exercise daily and drink only water. I started back up yesterday so I’m hoping it will help me take some of this weight off. Has anyone heard of weight loss when on estradiol? ## Are you perimenopausal, or post menopausal? If so, these conditions can cause some weight gain, regardless of what medication you take, your diet, or exercise, this is well documented in NIH studies. It is a well known fact that most middle aged women tend to gain weight and develop a paunch in the midse...

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ESTRADIOL 1MG

HARMONE ## hi i am consulting a gynecologist, she gave me Estradiol valerate tablests -2mg. may I know the purpose & benefits of this tablets? ## What is Estradiol ## What does your 1MG estradiol tablet look like ## Yes, this is a form of Estrogen, which is a vital hormone to the female menstrual cycle and overall health. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, irregular bleeding, and headache. Linda, what are the markings on the tablet in question? Can you please post back and clarify? This is a generic that is manufactured by several different pharmaceutical companies.

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Angeliq (Drospirenone/Estradiol) Hormone tablets

I am in my late forties, for the last 3 months my period has been so heavy that I can't go to work. I am messing up my self, bedding, etc. I need to know whether angelique would help me? ## Unfortunately, since I have no way of knowing what is causing your problem, I really can't answer that question. Angelique is a form of hormone replacement therapy, that contains Estradiol and Drospirenone and as such, there are some conditions it can help with, but it is not appropriate to treat everything. Have you consulted a doctor? Hormones are only going to be appropriate, if your condition is caused by a lack of the ones this medication contains. If it is caused by something else, such as ovarian cysts, then you would need the treatment appropriate to treat them. ## I 've been havi...

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Cannot afford Estradiol patch or Progesterone cap

I cannot possibly afford the monthly price through my Pharmacy at Publix at Hobe Sound, Florida 33455. I am retired on a limited budget, and and hoping I can get help in the form of a discount coupon. My current physician's name is Dr. Laurie Rothman, MD located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410. My insurance will not cover the .0375 Estadiol Transdermal system, nor the progesterone 100mg cap vir. The monthly price of both are way above my ability to afford. I am hopeful for any help or advice. I am a retired teacher after 34+ years with the Palm Beach County School District in Palm Beach County, Florida. ## Hi Carol - Sorry to hear about challenges with the cost of your meds. As far as a discount coupon goes, I know that this site offers a free rx discount card which may provide...

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small round blue pill M E 5

I have a small round blue pill with M on one side. The other side has an E, a score line and a 5. What is this pill? ## This tablet is manufactured by Mylan Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 2mgs of Estradiol, which is a hormone often used by women to treat various conditions, such as perimenopause, menopause, and hormone imbalances. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, spotting, and PMS-like symptoms. Is there anything else I can help with?

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dog ate one estradiol

My 65 pound ate one. 5mg estradiol will it hurt het ## Dear cheese, I would call the Vet, right away. ## @Cheese, Sorry to hear about your dog getting ahold of birth control. I'd imagine that must've been an awkward experience wondering how the dog might react in that moment lol. Although I see you posted this back in May, earlier this year. Do you have any feedback on the status of your dog now? To summarize my own investigation/research on the topic, the levels of toxicity for estrogen are not often reached via the ingestion of contraceptive pills, and is reported to be at dosages greater than 1 mg/kg of body weight. And please correct me if I'm wrong, but this means that a 25lb dog would need to consume quite a few of these pills for a toxic effect. So if I understand tha...

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Possible Dosages for this and Related Drugs:

Estradiol
  • Cream: 0.01%
  • Emulsion: 0.25%, 2.5mg/g
  • Film, Extended Release: 0.014mg/24hr, 0.025mg/24hr, 0.025mg/day, 0.0375mg/24hr, 0.05mg/24hr, 0.06mg/24hr, 0.075mg/24hr, 0.1mg/24hr, n/a
  • Gel: 0.06%, 0.1%, 0.1% (0.25gm/packet), 0.1% (0.25mg/packet), 0.1% (0.5gm/packet), 0.1% (0.5mg/packet), 0.1% (1gm/packet), 0.1% (1mg/packet)
  • Gel, Metered: 0.06%, 0.06% (0.87gm/activation), 0.06% (1.25gm/activation)
  • Injection: 10mg/ml, 1mg/ml, 20mg/ml, 3mg/ml, 40mg/ml, 5mg/ml
  • Insert: 0.004mg, 0.01mg
  • Insert, Extended Release: 0.0075mg/24hr, 0.05mg/24hr, 0.1mg/24hr, 2mg
  • Powder: 100%
  • Spray: 1.53mg/spray
  • System: 0.014mg/24hr, 0.025mg/24hr, 0.025mg/day, 0.0375mg/24hr, 0.0375mg/day, 0.05mg/24hr, 0.05mg/day, 0.075mg/24hr, 0.075mg/day, 0.1mg/24hr, 0.1mg/day
  • Tablet: 0.45mg, 0.5mg, 0.9mg, 1.5mg, 1.8mg, 10mcg, 10ugm, 1mg, 25mcg, 25mcg + 25ugm, 25ugm, 2mg
Note: Above list includes dosages for all drugs with the same combination of active ingredients.

NDC Database Records for Estradiol: (235 results)

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  • 0078-0343 Vivelle Dot .0375 mg/D Transdermal Patch, Extended Release by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  • 0078-0344 Vivelle Dot .05 mg/D Transdermal Patch, Extended Release by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  • 0078-0345 Vivelle Dot .075 mg/D Transdermal Patch, Extended Release by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  • 0078-0346 Vivelle Dot .1 mg/D Transdermal Patch, Extended Release by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  • 0078-0365 Vivelle Dot .025 mg/D Transdermal Patch, Extended Release by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
  • 0093-3223 Estradiol 10 ug/1 Vaginal Insert by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
  • 0093-3541 Estradiol .1 mg/g Vaginal Cream by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
  • 0115-1518 Estradiol Vaginal Vaginal .1 mg/g Vaginal Cream by Impax Generics
  • 0179-0073 Estradiol 0.5 mg Oral Tablet by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
  • 0179-0074 Estradiol 1 mg Oral Tablet by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
  • 0179-0123 Estradiol 1 mg Oral Tablet by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
  • 0179-1999 Estradiol .5 mg Oral Tablet by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals
  • 0378-1452 Estradiol 0.5 mg Oral Tablet by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-1454 Estradiol 1 mg Oral Tablet by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-1458 Estradiol 2 mg Oral Tablet by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-3349 Estradiol .025 mg/D Transdermal Patch by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-3350 Estradiol .05 mg/D Transdermal Patch by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-3351 Estradiol .075 mg/D Transdermal Patch by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-3352 Estradiol .1 mg/D Transdermal Patch by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • 0378-3360 Estradiol .0375 mg/D Transdermal Patch by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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Other drugs which contain Estradiol or a similar ingredient: (271 results)