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} }
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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