Is Minivelle the same as estradiol?

What Is Minivelle? Minivelle (estradiol transdermal system) is a form of the female hormone estrogen, used to treat moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause.

What are the side effects of Minivelle patch?

Common side effects may include:

  • headache, back pain;
  • stuffy nose, sinus pain, sore throat;
  • vaginal itching or discharge, changes in your menstrual periods, breakthrough bleeding;
  • bloating, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting;
  • breast pain;
  • redness or irritation where the patch was worn;
  • thinning scalp hair; or.

Does the estrogen patch make you gain weight?

There is no evidence that HRT leads to weight gain or weight loss. Women typically undergo menopause between the ages of 45 and 55. It occurs around one year after a woman’s last menstrual cycle. The menopausal transition affects the production of hormones produced by the ovaries.

Is Minivelle bioidentical hormone?

Minivelle contains bioidentical estradiol, a plant-based estrogen that is chemically identical to the estrogen produced naturally by a woman’s body.

Who makes Minivelle patch?

Noven Pharmaceuticals
MINIVELLE® (estradiol transdermal system), the world’s smallest estrogen therapy patch developed and manufactured by Noven Pharmaceuticals, is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause and for the prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Where do you apply Minivelle patch?

Minivelle®: At first, apply one patch (0.0375 milligrams (mg)) to the lower stomach or upper buttocks area two times a week (every 3 to 4 days). Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.

What is Minivelle patch used for?

This medication is a female hormone (estrogen). It is used by women to help reduce symptoms of menopause (such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen.

What side effects does estradiol have?

Stomach upset, nausea/vomiting, bloating, breast tenderness, headache, or weight changes may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

How do you apply a MINIVELLE patch?

Press the patch firmly in place for about 10 seconds to make sure it stays on. Do not apply the patch on the breast or on oily, broken, or irritated skin. Avoid applying the patch to areas of the skin where it might be easily rubbed off (such as the waistline). Use this medication as directed by your doctor.

What’s the side effects of estradiol?

What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Estradiol?

  • Abdominal cramping.
  • Anxiety.
  • Bloating.
  • Breakthrough bleeding.
  • Breast enlargement.
  • Breast tenderness/pain/swelling.
  • Freckles or darkening of facial skin (melasma)
  • Changes in menstrual periods.