What are the pros and cons of estradiol?
- Estradiol is available as an oral tablet, which is easier to use than a vaginal cream, topical gel, or ring.
- It is available as a low-cost generic drug.
- The tablets come in various strengths, so it’s easy to customize the dose.
- Estradiol helps to prevent bone loss and weak bones after menopause.
- It can be challenging to keep track of cyclic estradiol administration (for example, 3 weeks off, 1 week on).
- Estradiol can increase your risk of certain types of cancers and cardiovascular disease.
- It can worsen certain health conditions like diabetes and asthma.
- There are other, safer treatments available to prevent osteoporosis (bone loss).
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