Estradiol Patch and Relistor Oral

• Generic Name: estradiol
• Dosage Forms: transdermal patch, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Alora, Climara, Estradiol Patch, Menostar, Minivelle, Vivelle-Dot, Estraderm, Vivelle, Delestrogen, Depo-Estradiol, Divigel, Elestrin Pump, Estrasorb, EstroGel Pump, Evamist, Estrace, DepoEstradiol, Elestrin, Estradot, Estrogel, Femtrace, Femring, Gynodiol

Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Estrogen is necessary for many processes in the body.

Estradiol Patch skin patches are used to treat certain symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. Estradiol Patch is also used to prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis, or to treat ovarian disorders.

Estradiol Patch may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: methylnaltrexone
• Dosage Forms: tablets: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Relistor

Methylnaltrexone bromide is used to treat constipation caused by opioids (narcotic pain medicines), in adults with long-lasting pain that is not caused by cancer, or in patients with long-lasting pain caused by a previous cancer or its treatment who do not need weekly increases in opioid dosage.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.