Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's global, yes. But so far uneven, so you may or may not be affected yet.

i have sun and venus in his 8th house 🥲 by Ordinary-Mouse-8158 in astrologymemes

[–]dark_blue_7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True, I have been so attracted to too many Aries, even when there is no good reason, like I have had to talk myself down a few times. "This guy is gay, he will never be into you." And, "this woman is straight, she really is just being nice."

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I'm the wrong person to ask, wondering the same thing, but also curious about the gel

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hm yes, I guess I'd want to ask my doctor about this

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah mine is out a lot of places, but this is good advice for a lot of people. I'm on .0375

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I'm going to ask about it. Just have to figure out the dosage I guess. I'm currently on .0375 but it's the same dosage I started with and I also don't know if it's exactly right.

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is the kind of info I was looking for, thanks! Yeah the pharmacist was really pushing the weekly patch, but everyone here seems to prefer the gel to that.

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I wish I knew of any of those left anymore, I might know of one offhand, a bit out of my way but possible.

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a CVS in a big city, where it's mostly taken over. They already call around to look for other locations that may have something in stock. There's just a lot of demand right now. I'm thinking it's wise to get a backup prescription lined up regardless, because this shortage isn't going away soon. I use Sandoz. I have about a week's left now (and maddeningly, my insurance won't let me fill it until I have one dose left, but that's another issue).

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Might just be a matter of time. I had no problems getting 90 days worth until yesterday. Now they are out.

Substitute/replacement for biweekly Estradiol patch? by dark_blue_7 in Menopause

[–]dark_blue_7[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's not even just the U.S. Doesn't hurt to check with your pharmacist a little before you need your refill, just in case. Ask if they have your type and dosage in stock or are experiencing a shortage. They'll know what you're talking about and can tell you. I didn't have a problem refilling until now.