Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.
Last Reviewed: Jul 06, 2022
Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Estrogen replacement hormone therapy
Forms:
Tablet, Tube of cream
Administration:
By mouth, Topical
Therapeutic Uses:
Menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, irritation, itching
Prevention of osteoporosis (bone loss) in women after menopause
Estrogen replacement in women with primary ovarian failure
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is estradiol?
Estradiol (eh struh dai ole) is a type of estrogen (female sex hormone). It is used for hormone replacement therapy in menopausal women to relieve symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness, and itching. Ethinyl estradiol is a synthetic form of estradiol usually found in oral contraceptive pills (birth control pills).
There may be other uses of estradiol - your pharmacist or physician can give you further information.
Who can use estradiol?
Estradiol is generally used in adult women. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children.
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