Generic Name:

Therapeutic Class:

Hormone Treatment

Availability:

Rx

Common Brands:

Form:

Oil for injection

ESTRADIOL (es tra DYE ole) is an estrogen. It is used to treat the symptoms of low hormone levels in menopausal women. It is used to treat women who have had their ovaries removed or who have ovaries that do not work well. It helps to treat hot flashes and vaginal problems. It is also used to treat men with some kinds of prostate cancer.