What is estriol cream used for?

What is estriol cream used for?

Estriol cream is an effective type of hormone replacement therapy that contains only oestrogen. Estriol cream relieves common symptoms of menopause such as vaginal itching, dryness and irritation. When applied daily, Estriol cream can provide relief from symptoms in just 3 weeks.

What are the side effects of estriol cream?

The following adverse reactions, associated with estrogen treatment may occur during estriol therapy or overdose: Nausea and vomiting, breast tenderness or pain in the breasts, vaginal bleeding or spotting during or on withdrawal of therapy, excessive production of cervical mucus, headache.

Is estriol cream safe to use on face?

But when one does not want systemic application of estrogen (transdermally), estriol can be used topically – on the face. It will help minimize fine lines and wrinkles, helps nutrients and oxygen circulate, increases moisture in the skin and can minimize sebum production.

Does estriol cause weight gain?

Vaginal estriol does not affect clotting factors, cause fluid retention or weight gain.

How long does it take for estriol cream to work?

Vaginal atrophy can be treated with topical estrogen including Estrace Vaginal Cream and it can take 3 to 4 weeks to reach its maximum effect. Atrophic vaginitis is an inflammation or irritation of the vagina caused by thinning and shrinking of the tissues of the vagina and decreased lubrication of the vaginal walls.

Where do you apply estradiol cream?

If you are using estradiol gel, you should apply it in a thin layer to one arm, from the wrist to the shoulder. If you are using estradiol emulsion, you should apply it to both thighs and calves (lower legs). Do not apply estradiol gel or emulsion to your breasts.

What happens when you put estrogen cream on your face?

Estrogen receptors are higher in the face than in the breast or thigh. In one study, Premarin® cream, applied to the face for 24 months, produced significant increases in skin thickness and decreases in wrinkles.

What happens if you use too much estrogen cream?

Overdosage of estrogen may cause nausea and vomiting, and withdrawal bleeding may occur in females. The usual dosage range of Estrace Vaginal Cream is 2 to 4 g (marked on the applicator) daily for one or two weeks, then gradually reduced to one half initial dosage for a similar period.

Is it safe to use estradiol cream?

As the research currently stands, it appears that vaginal estrogen is a safe and effective treatment for vaginal discomfort due to menopause, and has a much lower risk of the cancers and cardiovascular events typically associated with hormone therapy.

What is estriol (oestriol)?

Estriol (also oestriol) is one of the three main estrogens produced by the human body. It is only produced in significant amounts during pregnancy as it is made by the placenta. In pregnant women with multiple sclerosis (MS), estriol reduces the disease’s symptoms noticeably, according to researchers at UCLA’s Geffen Medical School.

Is estriol available in the US?

Though estriol is used as part of the primarily North American phenomenon of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, it is not approved for use by the FDA or Health Canada. It is however available in the United States by prescription filled only by compounding pharmacies.

Which is the best estriol cream for menopause?

AnuMed – All Natural Bioidentical Estriol Cream 2.5mg Per Pump with Hyaluronic Acid for Beautiful Skin Care During Menopause Relief. Balancing Cream for Mood Swings, Night Flashes, Night Sweat (3oz) . . . .

A systematic review conducted in 2017 of intravaginal estriol cream found that the majority of adverse events reported included localized discomfort and mild breast pain. 2  Taking estriol may also decrease production of breast milk.