Estrogens
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estradiol
“natural” estrogen; menopausal HT, hypoestrogenism, ovarian failure, gender-affirming HT, prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis
w/ present uterus… add progestin!
prevents endometrial cancer
ethinyl estradiol
synthetic estrogen; birth control, acne treatment, cycle regulation
high thromboembolism risk
premarin
conjugated/animal derived estrogen; menopausal symptoms, hypoestrogenism, osteoporosis prevention
do NOT use alone if uterus is present
estrone
weaker estrogen; less commonly prescribed in menopausal HT
most prevelant naturally in postmenopausal women
estriol
weakest estrogen; vaginal atrophy and urogenital symptoms
minimal systemic absorption
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