Aminolevulinic acid topical and Estring Vaginal Ring

• Generic Name: aminolevulinic acid topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ameluz, Levulan Kerastick

Aminolevulinic acid causes skin cells to become more sensitive to certain types of light. Skin cells treated with aminolevulinic acid will die and slough off after being exposed to a special light treatment.

Aminolevulinic acid is used to treat actinic keratosis (warty overgrowths of skin) on the face and scalp. aminolevulinic acid is used together with a special light treatment, also called photodynamic therapy.

Aminolevulinic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: estradiol topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Estrace Vaginal, Estring, Vagifem, Yuvafem, Imvexxy

Estring vaginal rings contain estradiol. Estradiol (a form of estrogen) is a female sex hormone necessary for many processes in the body. Estring releases estrogen that is absorbed directly through the skin of the vaginal wall.

Estring is used after menopause to treat moderate to severe menopausal changes in and around the vaginal area such as as dryness, burning, and itching of the vaginal area, urgency or irritation with urination, and pain during sexual intercourse).

Estring is an off-white, soft, flexible ring with a center that contains 2 mg of estradiol. The ring releases estradiol into the vagina in a consistent, stable manner for 90 days. It should be removed after 90 days of continuous use. If continued therapy is required, the ring should be replaced.