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Compare ESTRADIOL GEL 0.1% (Estradiol) and ESTRADIOL VALERATE AND ESTRADIOL VALERATE (Hormone) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Estradiol · Hormone
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Endogenous estrogens are largely responsible for the development and maintenance of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics. Al...
Approved for
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action COCs lower the risk of becoming pregnant primarily by suppressing ovulation.
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 10 Reddit discussions
ESTRADIOL GEL 0.1%
0%
positive
3 threads
ESTRADIOL VALERATE AND ESTRADIOL VALERATE
57%
positive
7 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
3 Reddit threads analysed for ESTRADIOL GEL 0.1%
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
179 upvotes
I was surprised that the estradiol 0.01% cream had been dispensed to a 1-month old patient. But through some research, I found that such cream is used for labial adhesions - interesting! Have you seen this dispensed for such a patient population in your pharmacy practice? What are some other possib
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7 Reddit threads analysed for ESTRADIOL VALERATE AND ESTRADIOL VALERATE
Overall Sentiment
Slightly positive
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
203 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Edit 2: Part 3 taking place 9 months later is up here: https://reddit.com/r/MtF/comments/ktc9xx/transition_can_be_really_really_good_and_also_bad/ Edit: Part 2 if you want to read that next: https://reddit.com/r/MtF/comments/fl06cd/part_2_of_my_way_too_long_story_transition_can_be/?ref=share&r
Gender trauma is so fucking funny. I turned 28 recently and just injected estradiol valerate for the first time on Monday 💖 For hours before the injection, it just didn't feel real. I felt like I'd get in some horrid car crash, or a cop would arrest me for just looking suspicious, or I'd get the E
A few years ago apparently there was a little argument in a session at the WPATH conference about me and my methods, namely my topical T for genital restoration. One camp shouting about how a microdose of topical T for MTFs was unconscionable and would detrans people and the other camp saying that i
Firstly, hello to anyone reading this thread off a google search a year from now. Hi! I'm Chloe. I recently moved to Tokyo, and had some ups and downs continuing HRT here, so I thought I'd post about what I've done and what I've learned so far. Take this with a grain of salt, as I'm one person with
My girlfriend and I are both trans women. She just received word from Planned Parenthood that her latest blood work revealed possible liver damage and to stop taking her medication immediately. For reference, she injects estradiol valerate once every other week. Does anyone have any experience with
I got prescribed spiro and estradiol valerate. My estrogen is in the form of an injectable liquid sort of thing, which was really scary. I have had it since yesterday but I was too scared by the big needle to do it. I found on r/FtM a tip saying to use ice to numb the injection spot and to distract
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Both ESTRADIOL GEL 0.1% and ESTRADIOL VALERATE AND ESTRADIOL VALERATE belong to the Hormone class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients. ESTRADIOL GEL 0.1% is administered via Topical, whereas ESTRADIOL VALERATE AND ESTRADIOL VALERATE uses Oral. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
ESTRADIOL GEL 0.1% carries 4 FDA warnings. ESTRADIOL VALERATE AND ESTRADIOL VALERATE carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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