Estradiol 750 μg/actuation
Please read the full information about warnings for Oestrogel as detailed in your Patient Information Leaflet.
You should go for regular breast screening and smear tests.
You should also check your breasts regularly and see your doctor if you notice changes such as dimpling of the skin, nipple changes or you can see or feel any lumps.
If you still have an intact womb, your GP should prescribe you a HRT product containing the hormone progesterone to use alongside Oestrogel. This is to reduce your risk of developing certain cancers.
There is an increased risk of risk of developing blood clots with HRT tablets. You should stop taking Oestrogel and see a doctor if you notice signs of a blood clot.
Oestrogel should not be applied to the breasts and face or any areas of irritated or broken skin.
HRT
Apply the gel once daily, either in the morning or evening. Aim to use it at the same time each day.
The usual daily dose of Oestrogel is 2 pumps daily. The pack will last about 4 weeks in this case.
If 4 pumps daily has been prescribed, the pack will last 2 weeks.
You should apply the gel to either the outer arms and shoulders of both arms or the mid-inner thighs of both legs.
Application sites should be rotated daily.
wash and dry your hands and application areas thoroughly.
Leave the gel to dry for 5 minutes before covering
You have, or have ever had breast cancer, or any form of cancer sensitive to oestrogens.
You have unexplained vaginal bleeding.
You have excessive thickening of the womb lining endometrial hyperplasia that is not being treated.
You have or have ever had a blood clot in the vein (such as DVT in the legs)
You have a blood clotting disorder.
You have, or have ever had a heart attack, stroke or angina.
You have, or have ever had liver disease and your liver function levels are still not normal.
You have a rare blood condition called porphyria.
Painful, heavy periods
Irregular bleeding
White or yellow vaginal discharge
Carbomer, trolamine, ethanol and purified water.
No special storage requirements .