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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Dierdre on September 07, 2021, 08:48:51 PM

Title: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 07, 2021, 08:48:51 PM

Got my repeat prescription from the chemist today and I've got Estradiol 10 microgram tablets instead of Vagifem. Ingredients are the same including fillers with 2 reusable applicators made by a German manufacturer Huapt Pharma and marketed by Mercury Pharma.
Anyone else had these yet? I'll let you know how i get on with them.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 08, 2021, 08:19:42 AM

I think we have to take what is offered  :-\.   It may be a cheaper version of the same, could you ask the Pharmacist?  It's probably out of Patent which means other companies can now make it. 

I would give it a go.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 08, 2021, 03:47:02 PM

Yes I will, the ingredients look the same so should be fine. I read a while ago the patent had ended and others had been given alternatives that didn't suit them, just wondered how many other brands there were now and if some had different fillers.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 08, 2021, 04:56:12 PM

Let us know?  Fillers/packaging can cause irritation as we well know  >:(. 

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 18, 2021, 07:26:50 AM

Well, 10 days now on the new brand and apart from having to wash the applicator  (two providered per box) all is ok. Just hope this will be the same brand next time.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 18, 2021, 08:10:14 AM

I have small bottle brushes to cleanse the applicators (ovestin).  Bought from the baby section in Boots ;-)

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 18, 2021, 08:22:46 AM

These applicators are really thin about 6mm, actually the same as the Vagifem ones and just hold the tablet in the top.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 18, 2021, 08:41:42 AM

 :thankyou:

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Haydo on September 18, 2021, 12:32:00 PM

I’ve been given the same vagifem replacement.  I’ve not had any adverse effects.   I actually find it easier just to push it in with my finger.  I seem to be getting it in place alright.  Saves washing the applicator! 

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 18, 2021, 05:01:56 PM

I did think about that, i also use Ovestin and apply that way, its better than some being wasted in the applicator and its not all up there in a blob but spread around where needed.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 18, 2021, 05:08:31 PM

I never have any waste in the applicator ;-)

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 18, 2021, 05:30:04 PM

How do you get it all out?

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 19, 2021, 08:55:41 AM

The applicator delivers the 'paste' into the vagina, any residue is removed by washing in warm water and using a very small bottle brush.  Wiped and dried, job done.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: Dierdre on September 19, 2021, 11:55:31 AM

Thanks, when i used the applicator there was always quite a bit left iin that had to be washed out, as you only get a small 15g tube i thought there was a lot wasted that had to be washed away. I just apply with a clean finger now, much easier.  I mostly use for the outer bits so applicator not really necessary.

Title: Re: Vagifem replacement
Post by: CLKD on September 19, 2021, 02:16:31 PM

If it works!