EstroGel

EstroGel is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is ESTRADIOL. It is labelled by ASCEND Therapeutics US, LLC taken by topical and marketed as a human prescription drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 17139-617, application NDA021166, label effective 20260529. It is one of 33 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient ESTRADIOL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing ESTRADIOL are most often described in connection with: treatment moderate, due menopause, severe symptoms, vaginal atrophy, usage estrogel, estrogen indicated, prescribing solely, first consider. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE EstroGel 0.06% is an estrogen indicated for: Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause ( 1.1 ) Treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy due to menopause ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Vasomotor Symptoms due to Menopause. 1.2 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Symptoms of Vulvar and Vaginal Atrophy due to Menopause. Limitation of Use When prescribing solely for the treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy due to menopause, first consider the use of topical vaginal products.

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Generally, when estrogen is prescribed for a postmenopausal woman with a uterus, consider addition of a progestogen to reduce the risk of endometrial cancer. Generally, a woman without a uterus does not need to use a progestogen in addition to her estrogen therapy. In some cases, however, hysterectomized women with a history of endometriosis may need a progestogen [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 , 5.14 )] . Use estrogen-alone, or in combination with a progestogen at the lowest effective dose and for the shortest duration consistent with treatment goals and risks for the individual woman. Reevaluate postmenopausal women periodically as clinically appropriate to determine if treatment is still necessary. Metered-dose pump: Daily administration of EstroGel 0.06% 1.25 g per day (1 pump depression) to the arm ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) 2.1 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Vasomotor Symptoms due to Menopause. EstroGel 0.06% 1.25 g per day is the single approved dose for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause. The lowest effective dose of EstroGel 0.06% for this indication has not been determined. Before using the canister for the first time, it must be primed. Remove the large canister cover, and fully depress the pump 5 times. Discard the unused gel by thoroughly rinsing down the sink or placing it in the household trash. After priming, the pump is ready to use. The recommended area of application is the arm. Apply a thin layer over the entire arm on the inside and outside from wrist to shoulder. 2.2 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Symptoms of Vulvar and Vaginal Atrophy due to Menopause. EstroGel 0.06% 1.25 g per day is the single approved dose for the treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy due to menopause. The lowest effective dose of EstroGel 0.06% for this indication has not been determined. When prescribing solely for the treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy, first consider the use of topical vaginal products. Before using the canister for the first time, it must be primed. Remove the large canister cover, and fully depress the pump 5 times. Discard the unused gel by thoroughly rinsing down the sink or placing it in the household trash. After priming, the pump is ready to use. The recommended area of application is the arm. Apply a thin layer over the entire arm on the inside and outside from wrist to shoulder.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS EstroGel is contraindicated in women with any of the following conditions: Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding [see Warning and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Breast cancer or a history of breast cancer [see Warning and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Estrogen-dependent neoplasia [see Warning and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Active DVT, PE, or history of these conditions [see Warning and Precautions ( 5.1 )]. Active arterial thromboembolic disease (for example, stroke or MI), or a history of these conditions [see Warning and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Known anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, or hypersensitivity to EstroGel Hepatic impairment or disease Protein C, protein S, or antithrombin deficiency, or other known thrombophilic disorders Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding ( 4 , 5.2 ) Breast cancer or a history of breast cancer ( 4 , 5.2 ) Estrogen-dependent neoplasia ( 4 , 5.2 ) Active DVT, PE, or history of these conditions ( 4 , 5.1 ) Active arterial thromboembolic disease (for example, stroke or MI), or a history of these conditions ( 4 , 5.1 ) Known anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, or hypersensitivity to EstroGel ( 4 ) Hepatic impairment or disease ( 4 , 5.10 ) Protein C, protein S, or antithrombin deficiency, or other known thrombophilic disorders ( 4 )

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Cardiovascular Disorders [see Boxed Warning , and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Malignant Neoplasms [see Boxed Warning , and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] The most common adverse reactions with EstroGel (≥5 percent) are: headache, flatulence, and breast pain ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ASCEND Therapeutics ® US, LLC at 1-877-204-1013 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. EstroGel was studied in 2 well-controlled, 12-week clinical trials. Incidence of adverse drug reactions ≥5 percent for 1.25 g EstroGel 0.06% and placebo is given in Table 1. Table 1 Incidence of Adverse Drug Reactions ≥5 Percent Occurrence in the EstroGel Treatment Group for the Intent-to-Treat Safety Population in 2 Well-controlled Clinical Studies (Expressed as Percent of Treatment Group) Body System/ Adverse Drug Reactions EstroGel 0.06% 1.25 g /day (n=168) Placebo (n=73) BODY AS A WHOLE Headache 9.5 2.7 DIGESTIVE SYSTEM Flatulence 5.4 4.1 UROGENITAL SYSTEM Breast pain 10.7 8.2 In 2 controlled clinical trials, application site reactions were reported by 0.6 percent of patients who received 1.25 g of EstroGel. Other skin reactions, such as pruritus and rash, were also noted. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of EstroGel. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Genitourinary system Endometrial cancer Breast Pain; tenderness; breast cancer Cardiovascular Deep vein thrombosis; myocardial ischemia; phlebitis Gastrointestinal Nausea; abdominal distension; diarrhea; stomach discomfort Skin Alopecia; rash; pruritus; application site: dryness, pain, discoloration, reaction, rash Eyes Retinal vein occlusion Central nervous system Headache; dizziness; insomnia; hypoesthesia; meningioma; aphasia; bradyphrenia; paresthesia Miscellaneous Drug ineffective; hot flush; arthralgia; night sweats; drug effect decreased; pain in extremity; fatigue; weight increased; pain; hypersensitivity; dyspnea; malignant mesenchymoma; angioedema; hepatitis acute; face edema; accidental exposure; myoclonus; gait disturbance; flushing

FDA lists 33 drug label records with ESTRADIOL as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

1 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. A match means the firm or product name appears in the enforcement report; confirm lot numbers and dates against the official FDA notice before acting.

What is EstroGel used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE EstroGel 0.06% is an estrogen indicated for: Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause ( 1.1 ) Treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy due to menopause ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Vasomotor Symptoms due to Menopause. 1.2 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Symptoms of Vulvar and Vaginal Atrophy due to …

Who makes EstroGel?
ASCEND Therapeutics US, LLC is the labeler of record for EstroGel. 33 FDA label records share the active ingredient ESTRADIOL, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does EstroGel come in?
administered by topical. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is EstroGel prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human prescription drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Are there other products containing ESTRADIOL?
Yes. 33 FDA drug label records list ESTRADIOL as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has EstroGel been recalled?
1 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. Review the recall and safety notices section on this page and confirm lot numbers against the official FDA enforcement report.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.