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EstroGel, the first FDA-approved transdermal gel estrogen therapy in the U.S., has changed how you can manage menopause symptoms. EstroGel is a convenient, bio-identical estrogen therapy, which means the estrogen in EstroGel is similar to the estrogen your body produces naturally.1,2 EstroGel is a modern option for managing menopause symptoms and is ideal for women with active lifestyles.

EstroGel is a convenient and easy-to-use treatment that fits into your daily routine.
• It’s a gel that’s applied to 1 arm, once a day1—no sticky patches, no pills to remember
• EstroGel dries quickly and is odorless when dry1
• After EstroGel dries, lotion may be applied3
• It’s a discreet therapy, so no one knows you’re treating your symptoms

Once-daily dosing1
Note: Before using for the first time, fully depress the pump 3 times and safely discard the gel.

EstroGel pump with hand squirting the estradiol gel onto finger  
• Press to dispense 1 dose
• Apply to clean, dry, unbroken skin at the same time each day

Woman spreading EstroGel onto right forearm with left hand  
• Apply to 1 arm from wrist to shoulder
• It is not necessary to massage or rub in EstroGel
• Do not apply to the breasts

Woman spreading EstroGel onto right upper arm with left hand  
• Dries odorless in 2 to 5 minutes
• Wash hands with soap and water after application to avoid spread of medication
 

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT EstroGel (AN ESTROGEN HORMONE)?

Estrogens increase the chance of getting cancer of the uterus (womb). Report any unusual vaginal bleeding right away while you are using EstroGel. Vaginal bleeding after menopause may be a warning sign of cancer of the uterus (womb). Your healthcare provider should check any unusual vaginal bleeding to find the cause.

Do not use estrogens with or without progestins to prevent heart disease, heart attacks, strokes, or dementia. Using estrogens with or without progestins may increase your chance of getting heart attacks, strokes, breast cancer, and blood clots.

Using estrogens, with or without progestins, may increase your risk of dementia, based on a study of women age 65 or older.

Do not start using EstroGel if you have unusual vaginal bleeding, currently have or have had certain cancers, had a stroke or heart attack in the past year, currently have or have had blood clots, currently have or have had liver problems, are allergic to EstroGel or any of its ingredients, or think you may be pregnant.

Common side effects of estrogens include headache, breast pain, irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, stomach/abdominal cramps, bloating, nausea, vomiting, hair loss, fluid retention, and vaginal yeast infection.

You and your healthcare provider should talk regularly about whether you still need treatment with EstroGel.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see full patient information (PDF) and boxed warning.

REFERENCES: 1. EstroGel 0.06% [package insert]. Herndon, VA: ASCEND Therapeutics, Inc; 2008. 2. Boothby LA, Doering PL, Kipersztok S. Bioidentical hormone therapy: a review. Menopause. 2004;11:356-367. 3. Data on file, ASCEND Therapeutics, Inc.

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