Is femring used for hot flashes?

Is Femring prescribed for hot flashes?

Yes. Femring (estradiol acetate) is an estrogen therapy used in some patients to treat moderate to severe menopausal vasomotor symptoms, which include hot flashes (and night sweats).

How does Femring work for hot flashes?

Femring delivers estradiol. By supplying estrogen, it can reduce the frequency and severity of vasomotor symptoms that occur around menopause.

What should patients know before using Femring for hot flashes?

Because it’s an estrogen product, Femring may not be suitable for everyone. Patient-specific factors (such as history of certain cancers, blood clots, stroke, or other contraindications) affect whether estrogen therapy is appropriate. Clinicians also consider the lowest effective dose for the shortest time when estrogen is used for menopausal symptoms.

Sources

• [1] DrugPatentWatch.com (Femring listings and drug information): https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/drug/femring