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Compounding vaginal estrogen cream

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slk110sad
slk110sad

Has anyone had to stay on longer then 14 days?

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  • nette79979
    nette79979 slk110sad

    Posted

    I've only just started but have to use it every night for 2 weeks and then once a week

    • slk110sad
      slk110sad nette79979

      Posted

      I was on it for 14 days then I'm supposed to use it 2 a week, however Friday was my 14 day so I didn't use it sat started to notice a burning feeling thought maybe it was all in my head woke up sun severe itchiness. Used it last note less itchiness this morning but still there. Calling pharmacist this morning.

  • donna18720
    donna18720 slk110sad

    Posted

    most of us are on it 2 to 5 times a week forever, If we miss a dose we know it !  Takes a long time to even become 70% symptom free
    • slk110sad
      slk110sad donna18720

      Posted

      Thanks for the response.. Just wanted to let you know after what seemed like a rocky start. I am symptom free as long as I use on my set schedule. I use .5 estrogen on Thurs eve and on sat I use the progesterone and testosterone. And I have had no issues for a month.

  • sharPharmD
    sharPharmD slk110sad

    Posted

    Estriol vaginal cream is usually used everyday for 2 weeks then 2-3 times a week. However, if dryness is severe you may have to use it more often. I sometimes recommend using a smaller amount every day instead of the total dose 2-3 times a week
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