Vagifem (Estradiol)
Medication information written by Dr. Conner Sheehy, PharmD, BCPS
Updated -February 8, 2021
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Vagifem (Estradiol) is used as local estrogen replacement therapy to help patients experiencing vaginal atrophy due to low estrogen in the body during menopause.
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Vagifem Dosage
The following dosage is available to order:
- Vagifem 10mcg
This medication is manufactured by Novo Nordisk in Canada, United Kingdom, and Turkey.
The active ingredient is called Estradiol.
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Cost of Vagifem
At PricePro Pharmacy, the low cost of Vagifem is:
- $59.00 for 18 tablets
While the average retail price of Vagifem 10mcg in the United States is:
- $487.98 for 18 tablets
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Generic for Vagifem
The generic alternative of Vagifem, Estradiol 10mcg, is available here at PricePro pharmacy.
Generic drugs are copies of brand-name drugs with the exact dosage, intended use, effects, side effects, administration route, risks, safety, and strength as the original drug. However, they are allowed for sale after the patents on the original drugs expire. Hence, generic drugs are priced lower than their brand-name counterparts.
- Generic Estradiol 10mcg cost $59 for 24 tabs at PricePro Pharmacy
- You will have to pay $505 on average for the same generic drug at your local drugstore
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Delivery Times
The estimated shipping time for your order is:
- 7 to 12 business days (Product of Canada and UK)
- 10-18 business days (Product of Turkey)
The standard shipping fee is $9.95 per order.
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Vagifem (Estradiol) Medication Information
Uses
Vagifem is a vaginal estradiol tablet that can be prescribed for treating atrophic vaginitis (vaginal dryness) due to menopause.
As women age, their levels of hormones, like estrogen, decrease. Estrogen contributes to the maintenance of the vaginal environment, so when it decreases due to menopause, atrophic vaginitis can develop.
Vagifem helps to restore previous levels of estrogen to the vagina and treat atrophic vaginitis.
Dosage
Insert 1 tablet into the vagina daily for two weeks, followed by 1 tablet twice weekly for as long as directed by your healthcare provider.
Vagifem is available in 10 mcg and 25 mcg doses.
Side Effects
The most common side effects from Vagifem may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Back pain
- Diarrhea
- Genital pruritus
- Headache
- Moniliasis
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Vulvovaginal mycotic infection
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have a history of cancer or clot-related disorders. Estrogen therapy can increase the risk for certain types of cancer, including endometrial cancer and breast cancer. It can also increase the risk of embolic disorders like stroke, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and pulmonary embolism (PE).
Do not use Vagifem if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver problems.
Estrogen replacement can increase the risk of gallbladder disease.
Your doctor should monitor your thyroid function while using Vagifem.
Do not use Vagifem if you have hypersensitivity to any inactive ingredients, including hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, maize starch, and magnesium stearate.
Interactions
In general, drug-drug interactions with Vagifem are rare because it does not absorb into the bloodstream to a significant extent. However, possible interactions with estrogen therapy may include:
- Apalutamide
- Atazanavir
- Carbamazepine
- Ceritinib
- Clarithromycin
- Cobicistat and cobicistat-containing coformulations
- Darunavir
- Enzalutamide
- Fosphenytoin
- Idelalisib
- Indinavir
- Itraconazole
- Ketoconazole
- Lonafarnib
- Lopinavir
- Lumacaftor
- Lumacaftor-ivacaftor
- Mifepristone
- Mitotane
- Nefazodone
- Nelfinavir
- Ombitasvir-paritaprevir-ritonavir
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin
- Posaconazole
- Primidone
- Rifampin (rifampicin)
- Ritonavir and ritonavir-containing coformulations
- Saquinavir
- Telithromycin
- Tucatinib
- Voriconazole
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all medications you are taking, including over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, herbal medications, and supplements.
Storage
Vagifem should be stored close to room temperature close to 25ºC (77ºF) and between 15ºC-30ºC (59ºF-86ºF). Do not store in the refrigerator.
Pharmacist Tips
- Use the included applicator to insert Vagifem tablets into the vagina. In some people, it may cause vaginal abrasion.
- Each tablet for the brand name Vagifem medication will come with its own single-use applicator. Do not reuse applicators from dose to dose.
- Do not use Vagifem if you notice abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Vagifem FAQs
What position should I be in for the correct application of Vagifem tablets?
The manufacturer recommends lying on your back or standing, using one hand to guide the applicator through the vaginal opening and the other hand holding the applicator.
What time of day should I take Vagifem?
Vagifem can be taken at any time of the day.
How long should I take Vagifem?
Meet with your doctor every three to six months to determine if you still need Vagifem. Estrogen products should be used for the shortest amount of time possible.
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References
- Vagifem [package insert]. Princeton, NJ: Novo Nordisk; 2009.
Author: Dr. Conor Sheehy, PharmD, BCPS
Dr. Sheehy is a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist. He has worked in multiple practice settings, including retail and hospital pharmacies, and in medical clinics. He specializes in anticoagulation, psychiatric medications, and diabetes medications. He strives to empower his patients to understand their medications and improve their overall medical care.
The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.
