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Vagifem Vaginal Tablets - Treat Menopausal Vaginal Dryness

Vagifem Vaginal Tablets - Treat Menopausal Vaginal Dryness

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  • tickEffectively relieves vaginal dryness, irritation and discomfort caused by menopause
  • tickContains estradiol, which works directly where needed with minimal absorption into bloodstream
  • tickQuick and convenient application with easy-to-use applicator
  • tickLower risk of side effects than oral HRT medications
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Vagifem is an effective, prescription-only treatment for vaginal dryness, irritation and discomfort - all common symptoms of menopause. The main ingredient in Vagifem is estradiol, which is a hormone that helps to replace your natural oestrogen levels, which start to decline during menopause.

However, unlike systemic oestrogen treatments which affect the entire body, Vagifem is a form of vaginal oestrogen. This means that it is inserted directly into your vagina. This localises the treatment to your vaginal area, with minimal amounts of the hormone getting into your bloodstream.

As a localised treatment, Vagifem is an excellent choice for women who are experiencing the vaginal symptoms of dryness, discomfort and irritation, but who don’t need help for other menopause effects like hot flushes. It’s also been shown to help with urinary symptoms of menopause, like mild incontinence.

Suitable for age: 18 years +
Maximum per order:2
Consultation required?Yes

This treatment requires an online consultation for review by our medical team. The decision to supply the specific treatment and quantity requested will be based on whether our medical team are satisfied that it will be safe, appropriate, and effective.

Type of medicine
Hormone Replacement Therapy HRT
Works by
Releases estrogen directly into the vagina
Active ingredient
Estradiol hemihydrate 10 micrograms
Effective within
8 - 12 weeks
Pack size
24 Vaginal Tablets
Strength
10 micrograms
Manufacturer
Novo Nordisk Limited
Generic
No
Use with alcohol
No known issues

Vagifem Information

Vagifem is a popular form of localised hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that has been successfully used by millions of women in menopause since it was first licensed in 1999. As a targeted treatment, it replaces oestrogen only in the vaginal area, providing valuable relief from the symptoms of dryness, discomfort and irritation but with fewer risks than those associated with oral HRT.

How Do Vagifem Tablets Work?

The active ingredient in Vagifem is estradiol, which is a form of oestrogen that is identical to that usually produced by your ovaries. During menopause, your natural oestrogen levels will start to decline, causing the tissues lining your vagina to become thinner and drier. This can contribute towards the dryness, discomfort and irritation you may be experiencing. By taking Vagifem to restore oestrogen levels in your vagina, you can get relief from these common menopause symptoms.

How To Take Vagifem

If you are just starting Vagifem, you should start by using one vaginal tablet every day for two weeks. This will provide a rapid hormone boost to kick start relief from your symptoms. After this, you should use Vagifem twice per week, leaving between three and four days between doses. This will help maintain your replacement oestrogen levels.

The application process is simple. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before and after insertion. Simply place the tablet into your vagina following the guidance in the patient instruction leaflet. If you have any concerns about the application process, don’t hesitate to reach out to our experienced clinicians.

Ingredients

Estradiol hemihydrate is the active ingredient in Vagifem, with each tablet containing 10mcg. The non-active ingredients also found in Vagifem tablets include hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, maize starch and magnesium stearate.

Vagifem tablets are film coated, and this coating also contains hypromellose and macrogol 6000.

Side Effects

As with all medicines, you could experience some side effects when using Vagifem treatment. However, these are usually milder than those seen in people who use systemic (whole body) hormone replacement therapy. Side effects are also less common using vaginal oestrogen.

Some of the side effects to be aware of include headaches, stomach pain, vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge or discomfort in this area. If you have any concerns about side effects at any time, stop using Vagifem and speak to our clinical team.

Warnings

Before you start taking any new medication, it is important to familiarise yourself with the possible health risks and side effects associated with this type of treatment. For a full list of side effects and warnings please see the Patient Information Leaflet contained within your product packaging.

You’ll need a prescription for Vagifem treatment, which means you’ll need to have a consultation before you can access the medication. This is to make sure that oral oestrogen is safe and the right choice of treatment for you.

You may not be a suitable candidate for Vagifem if you have had unexplained vaginal bleeding, breast cancer, endometrial cancer, blood clots, liver disease or certain other conditions.

It’s important to have regular check-ups with your prescribing clinician and/or doctor when taking Vagifem, and always read the patient information leaflet thoroughly.

If you have any worries about taking Vagifem, speak to a healthcare professional.

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