Oestrogel is a hormone therapy specifically designed for women going through menopause. The gel contains estradiol, a bioidentical hormone identical to the natural oestrogen produced by your body. During menopause, oestrogen levels decrease, which can lead to symptoms such as hot flushes, poor sleep, joint pain, and difficulty concentrating. Oestrogel replenishes the oestrogen deficiency and can help alleviate these symptoms. The gel is easy to apply to the skin, allowing the hormone to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream.
Research suggests that starting hormone therapy like Oestrogel early and using it for several years during menopause may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, osteoporosis, and overall mortality. For women with a uterus, adding progesterone/progestogen is necessary to prevent overgrowth of the uterine lining, which can lead to heavy menstruation, and to maintain the health of the uterine lining. Oestrogel is available by prescription only.
