Compare Premarin Vaginal Cream vs. Estrace vaginal cream

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Relieves vaginal dryness and pain due to menopause.

Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens) works well for vaginal problems caused by menopause, and it has fewer side effects than estrogen pills.

Relieves vaginal dryness due to menopause.

Estrace vaginal cream (Estradiol vaginal cream) works well to treat menopausal symptoms localized to the vagina.

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3.9/ 5 average rating with 15 reviewsforEstrace vaginal cream
Upsides
  • Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens) relieves vaginal dryness and irritation to make sex more enjoyable.
  • Works locally in the vagina and doesn't expose the rest of your body to estrogen like pills do.
  • Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens) doesn't need to be used forever, so you can work with your doctor to see how long you’ll need to continue treatment.
  • For painful sex, it can work better than over-the-counter vaginal lubricants because Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens) treats the cause of the problem (low estrogen levels), not just the symptoms (dryness).
  • Side-effects are limited compared to estrogen pill since application is localized to the vagina only.
Downsides
  • Vaginal estrogens can weaken latex (rubber) condoms, cervical caps, and diaphragms, so you can't rely on these for birth control for 72 hours after using Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens).
  • If you have severe vaginal dryness, you might have pain, bleeding, or infections from repeatedly inserting the applicator.
  • Some of the medicine can be absorbed into your partner's skin, so you can’t have vaginal sex right after using Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens).
  • Even though Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens) is used in the vagina, it's possible some of the estrogens will get into the rest of your body and cause side effects that happen more often with estrogen pills.
  • Method of application can be difficult or uncomfortable compared to a pill that is taken by mouth.
  • It is not effective for hot flashes.
  • The cream is not compatible with certain birth control methods. It can weaken latex (rubber) condoms, cervical caps, and diaphrams so avoid use within 72 hours after a dose.
  • The applicator can be source of infection if not kept clean.
  • Available as a brand name product only.
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Used for
  • Vaginal dryness and inflammation
  • Painful intercourse from menopause
  • Vaginal dryness and inflammation
Dosage forms
  • Vaginal cream, gel, or ointment
  • Cream
Price
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Reviews
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15 reviews so far
60%
saidit'sworth it
73%
saiditworked well
47%
saidit'sa big hassle

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Side effects
31possible side effects
  • Any side effect
    90%
  • Headache
    28%
  • Infection
    23%
  • Pain
    20%
  • Abdominal pain
    17%
  • Back pain
    13%
  • Pharyngitis
    12%
  • Dyspepsia
    11%
  • Flu syndrome
    10%
  • Rhinitis
    10%
  • Myalgia
    9%
  • Upper respiratory infection
    9%
  • Asthenia
    8%
  • Arthralgia
    7%
  • Insomnia
    7%
  • Sinusitis
    7%
  • Breast pain
    7%
  • Accidental injury
    6%
  • Diarrhea
    6%
  • Flatulence
    6%
  • Nausea
    6%
  • Depression
    5%
  • Pruritus
    5%
  • Vaginal moniliasis
    5%
  • Vaginitis
    5%
  • Dizziness
    4%
  • Cough increased
    4%
  • Leukorrhea
    4%
  • Leg cramps
    3%
  • Nervousness
    2%
  • Vaginal hemorrhage
    2%
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The Estrace vaginal cream (Estradiol vaginal cream) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
  • Endometrial cancer
    • Using estrogen for more than one year
  • Breast cancer
    • Personal or family history of breast cancer
    • Duration of use
  • Increased risk of blood clots and stroke
    • Personal or family history of blood clots
    • Obesity
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
  • Increased risk of heart disease
    • Smoking
    • Obesity
    • High blood pressure
    • High blood sugar
    • High cholesterol
    • Age 50 or older
  • Memory loss
  • Gallbladder problems
  • Serious allergic reaction
    • Prior severe allergic reaction to Premarin Vaginal Cream (Conjugated Estrogens)
  • Harm to fetus
    • Women of childbearing age
  • Pancreas swelling (pancreatitis)
    • High levels of triglycerides
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  • Endometrial cancer
    • Using estrogen for more than one year
  • Breast cancer
    • Personal or family history of breast cancer
    • Using estrogen for more than one year
  • Increased risk of blood clots and stroke
    • Personal or family history of blood clots
    • Smoking
    • Obesity
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
  • Increased risk of heart disease
    • Smoking
    • Obesity
    • High blood pressure
    • High blood sugar
    • High cholesterol
    • Age 50 or older
  • Dementia
    • Age 65 or older
  • Inflammation of pancreas
    • High levels of triglycerides
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