What is estradiol cream?
Estradiol cream is a transdermal (through the skin) form of estradiol. It is applied to clean, dry skin and absorbed over the day. Your provider sets the dose, often in milligrams per gram, and how often to apply it.
Why compound estradiol?
Compounding allows in-between doses, a different base, or a combination with other hormones in one application.
How to use your dispenser
Your cream or gel comes in a metered-dose dispenser. It measures each dose for you. How to use your dispenser
Safety information
Compounded hormones are prepared for an individual patient from a prescription and are not FDA approved. FDA-approved bioidentical estradiol and progesterone products also exist; your provider decides which option fits your care.
This list isn't all-inclusive. Your provider can prescribe other strengths, combinations or dosage forms. Call us at 626.631.6150 and we'll work with you and your provider to find an option that fits.
Common questions
How is this different from an estradiol patch?
Both deliver estradiol through the skin. A compounded cream is prepared in the strength and base your provider prescribes. Your provider decides which is right for you.
