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Estradiol (Vaginal)

Treats menopausal vaginal dryness, discomfort and related symptoms.

Check the name, strength and form on your own prescription or package.

Brand
Estring
Guidance checked
2026-09-08

About this medication

Treats menopausal vaginal dryness, discomfort and related symptoms.

How to use it

Schedules differ: tablets have an initial daily phase, while Estring stays in place for 90 days. Follow the exact product.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Not indicated for pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Before you use it

Review unexplained bleeding, estrogen-sensitive cancer, liver disease and clotting history.

Possible side effects

Local irritation, discharge or breast tenderness.

When to get help

Unexpected bleeding, severe pelvic pain or suspected infection needs assessment.

Other medicines and products

Aromatase inhibitors and cancer treatment require specialist review.

Missed doses, storage and accidental exposure

Follow your own product’s missed-dose instructions. If you are unsure, ask the Care365 clinical team before taking an extra dose. Contraceptives, injections and modified-release medicines may need a specific plan.

Keep the original packaging and follow its storage, expiry and disposal instructions. Keep medicines away from children and pets. Ask about refrigeration, after-opening limits and safe sharps disposal when relevant.

For suspected overdose or accidental swallowing, contact poison control or urgent medical care promptly. Call emergency services for breathing difficulty, collapse or a seizure.

References and product information

Sources checked .

Sources checked 2026-09-08. Safety sections are highlights; consult the full product information for complete warnings and instructions.

Check the Canadian Drug Product Database by product name or DIN for current product information.

These practical points come from the Pharmasist patient handout for the same product monograph cited by this guide.

This is a plain-language guide, not the complete monograph. Match the name, strength and form on your package before using product-specific directions.

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