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Estradiol Patch Shortage: What to Prescribe Instead

Transdermal estrogen alternatives and practical prescribing strategies for menopause care.

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Dr. Hollie Wakelyn PharmD
Mar 06, 2026
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Hi! Menopause Pharmacist here trying to ease the struggle for thousands of women and clinicians navigating the estradiol patch shortage.

There are many FDA approved estrogen products available in the U.S. You can find comprehensive information and tables from The Menopause Society, Prescriber’s Letter, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologi…

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