Estradiol

Bioidentical estrogen as a patch, pill or vaginal cream

From $259/mo with a 6-month plan A licensed provider reviews your intake and decides whether it's appropriate for you. Your provider picks your starting dose and adjusts it as you go.

How getting estradiol works

  1. Tell us about your health. A short online intake: your history, medications and goals.
  2. A licensed provider reviews it. They decide whether it's right for you and set your dose.
  3. Treatment ships to you. In plain packaging. Track it, and message your care team, from Care.

What it is

Estradiol is the main estrogen your ovaries make before menopause. Replacing it is the most effective treatment for hot flashes and night sweats.

How it works in the body

It restores estrogen levels that fall in perimenopause and menopause. The patch delivers it steadily through the skin; vaginal cream treats local symptoms.

What to expect

May be a good fit if

Probably not for you if

Doses your provider can prescribe

Common side effects

Safety

A licensed provider reviews your intake and decides whether it's appropriate for you.

This isn't a full list. Your provider reviews your history and medications before prescribing.

Know it's working

Common questions

Do I also need progesterone?

If you have a uterus, estrogen is usually paired with progesterone to protect the uterine lining.

Not sure? Find your fit · Hormones