Estrace
Estradiol tablets for menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes and vaginal dryness. They replace the oestrogen that falls after menopause.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1mg | 60 tablets | $114.00 | $1.90 |
| 1mg | 90 tablets | $153.00 | $1.70 |
| 1mg | 120 tablets | $195.00 | $1.63 |
| 1mg | 180 tablets | $277.00 | $1.54 |
| 1mg | 270 tablets | $398.00 | $1.47 |
| 1mg | 360 tablets | $522.00 | $1.45 |
| 2mg | 30 tablets | $90.00 | $3.00 |
| 2mg | 60 tablets | $141.00 | $2.35 |
| 2mg | 90 tablets | $191.00 | $2.12 |
| 2mg | 120 tablets | $243.00 | $2.03 |
| 2mg | 180 tablets | $344.00 | $1.91 |
| 2mg | 270 tablets | $499.00 | $1.85 |
| 2mg | 360 tablets | $652.00 | $1.81 |
- Categories
- Women's Health · Menopause & HRT · Bone Health · Hormone Therapy
- Active ingredient
- Estradiol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 1mg · 2mg
Estrace is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Estrace on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- estradiol
- Therapeutic class
- Oestrogen
- Pharmacological class
- Oestrogen Derivative
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; breast tenderness
- Moderate side effects
- fluid retention; weight change; breakthrough bleeding
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Warner Chilcott
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Rifampin; Ketoconazole; St. John's Wort
- Age restrictions
- Approved for postmenopausal adult females.
Contraindications
history of deep vein thrombosis; oestrogen-dependent neoplasia; unexplained genital bleeding
Serious side effects
pulmonary embolism, requires immediate medical attention; breast cancer risk increase, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Estradiol tablets for menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes and vaginal dryness. They replace the oestrogen that falls after menopause.
Mechanism of action
Binds to oestrogen receptors to maintain baseline physiological activities, regulating blood vessel constriction and bone remodeling.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Highly contraindicated. No therapeutic benefit during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: May reduce milk volume.
FAQ
Is the Estrace sold here the original brand?
No. Estrace is the original brand, made by Warner Chilcott, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (estradiol) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Estrace cost in South Africa?
It depends on the strength and pack. Estrace comes in 1mg and 2mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What other names is Estrace sold under?
In South Africa, estradiol is also sold under brand names such as Estrofem.
What is Estrace used for?
Estrace contains estradiol, used for menopausal vasomotor symptoms, atrophic vaginitis and postmenopausal osteoporosis.
How long does Estrace take to work?
Estradiol usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. The exact timing differs between people.
What side effects can Estrace cause?
The common side effects of estradiol are nausea, headache and breast tenderness. Less common ones include fluid retention, weight change and breakthrough bleeding. Serious but less common side effects include pulmonary embolism and breast cancer risk increase, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Estrace interact with?
Estradiol can interact with rifampicin, ketoconazole and St John's wort. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Estrace.
Do I need a prescription to buy Estrace in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Estrace. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Estrace to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Estrace names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Estradiol at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.