Estradiol gel: review of the pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, efficacy, and safety in menopausal women

@article{Naunton2006EstradiolGR,
  title={Estradiol gel: review of the pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, efficacy, and safety in menopausal women},
  author={M. Naunton and A. A. Al Hadithy and J. Brouwers and D. Archer},
  journal={Menopause},
  year={2006},
  volume={13},
  pages={517-527}
}
  • M. Naunton, A. A. Al Hadithy, +1 author D. Archer
  • Published 2006
  • Medicine
  • Menopause
    • Objective: To review the pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, safety, and efficacy of a gel containing estradiol that is applied to the skin. Design: MEDLINE and EMBASE searches were conducted from 1966 to March 2005. Additional references were identified from bibliographies from selected studies in addition to approved product information. Results: Estradiol gel is indicated for the relief of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms in menopausal women, and moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and… CONTINUE READING
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