Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone User Reviews & Ratings

• JCa...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 18, 2018

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Menopausal Disorders "I had a total hysterectomy at the age of 48. I have been on this drug for 19 years and it is a miracle drug with no ill side effects for me. I tried to wean off when I was 62 only to be miserable. Hot flashes, night sweats, no sleep, no energy, headaches, mood swings, and no libido. I have been told that Medicare has excluded this drug and removed from being paid for by insurance due to scientific evidence that it is not effective, ( which is so far from the truth), and not being FDA approved. I feel this is discriminatory and harassment against women who need this hormone replacement."

• Ann...
• June 14, 2018

For Menopausal Disorders "I had a complete hysterectomy when I was 46 due to endometriosis. I am now 66 years young! My wise surgeon at the time put me on Estratest Hs along with Menest 2.5 mg shortly after the surgery, and I have been extremely satisfied. Once Estratest was pulled off the market a few years ago, I began to use the generic. Now that I am on Medicare with a Part D drug supplement plan, I have found paying for the estrg/mtest Hs prescription a challenge. My current family doctor prescribes the full strength 1.25-2.5, and I cut the tablets in half. That way, I pay for three months and get six months of the half strength. Estratest is the best, but now that it’s only generic, I prefer the ANI Pharmacy brand but recently had to accept a different generic brand, Syrtho. I would encourage anyone interested in relief from surgical menopause to try this product. I still have a nice libido (which makes for a happy husband of 45 years, me too), and I feel that my energy level is good."

• Nor...
• June 25, 2016

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Menopausal Disorders "This medication is a miracle. Hot flashes and sweats go away, sleep has returned, and I have more energy and clearer thinking. It helps with libido as well. I did notice some hair loss, which surprised me, but overall no other side effects. The major problem with Estratest H.S. is the requirement for a one-month prescription, you can no longer get a three-month supply which would save money, and you have to call the doctor every month to get a new prescription. For women who are menopausal, I find this to be ridiculously inconvenient and costly. Regulations need to be adjusted to accommodate us ladies who need this medication to function. Medicare doesn't cover this med, apparently."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 14, 2012

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Menopausal Disorders "I had a complete hysterectomy and the hot flashes & night sweats were terrible. Plus, I didn't have a sex drive like I used to. I was taking Premarin, but it was costing me $30.00 a month with insurance. But the pharmacist said this worked the same way as Premarin. It's the 0.625mg Esterified Estrogens & 1.25mg Methyltestosterone. I have been taking it for a couple of years and it works. I have no night sweats or hot flashes, and I have sex whenever I want it. This hormone therapy only costs me $10.00 with my insurance. I am satisfied with this therapy."

• pel...
• March 15, 2018

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Postmenopausal Symptoms "After a hysterectomy, I've had nearly 4 years of pure misery, ice packs between my legs, headaches, hot flushing through my body. I went through heaps of problems, tests by vascular doctors, a hormone specialist didn't know what to do for me, he took the ovaries thinking that would help. No, it didn't change. So, I was told to go to a teaching hospital. The OBGYN said to try Estratest. I was never able to take birth control pills, they made me so sick, so I was not excited to try them. Well, I did try them, and it gave me my life back!! Now Covaryx has given me my life back."

• Anonymous
• June 9, 2009

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Hot Flashes "After hysterectomy, the hot flashes and night sweats were awful, and I had no sex drive or sensations at all. The Estratest combination got rid of my hot flashes and night sweats and helped with the lack of sex drive and sensations. I also felt more clear-headed. I took the 0.625/1.25 dosage. I plan to reduce the dosage as I can to eventually wean myself from the drugs entirely."

• bet...
• December 13, 2009

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Menopausal Disorders "About ten days or two weeks after starting Estratest H.S., I felt like myself again. Hot flashes are now gone completely (after two months on it), my skin looks like it used to look, and I have my old desire back (hubby is thrilled too). I feel more energy and stronger overall. I can do more at the gym. The only drawback was weight gain, but all the other good results more than make up for it."

• Jer...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 8, 2019

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Hot Flashes "Great relief from hot flashes. Also improved muscle strength even as I age. I am now 69 and experience severe hot flashes if I forget my EEMT. Have been on EEMT for over 5 years and have no adverse side effects."

• ros...
• May 4, 2015

For Menopausal Disorders "After trying every other hormone, the doctor put me on methyltestosterone F S. I have been on this drug for 20 years now. My insurance will not pay for it. It is the only hormone that works for me. I type this now because I stopped taking it 10 days ago, thinking at 70 years old I would not need them. At this time, I am in hot flashes, sweats, and cannot sleep. I will be making an appointment with my doc ASAP. Do not think you're too old to need estrogens and testosterones."

• OHS...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• February 12, 2018

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I have been on this for 9 years. Started the full-strength version the day of my total hysterectomy. At one point, my pharmacy changed manufacturers from Amneal to someone else. This caused me to experience night sweats, hot flashes, and major mood swings, even though it was supposed to be the same drug. I changed pharmacies just for the manufacturer Amneal's product. There was another time I stopped taking this drug because my new doctor did not think I needed the testosterone any longer. This proved to be a bad idea, I was horrible to be around. As soon as I restarted the Estratest, I leveled back out. I admit, this product is rather expensive, especially since my insurance will not pay for it, but I will pay every penny because of how wonderfully well this drug works for me. My insurance company does not cover this drug because they say that Amneal has never submitted paperwork for FDA approval, and if there is no FDA approval, the insurance company does not have to cover it."

• Nol...
• May 21, 2021

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Postmenopausal Symptoms "72-year-old female with total hysterectomy and ovary removal at 45 years of age. Went into menopause immediately. Found an OB-GYN who had me on estrogen and testosterone injections monthly, which worked excellently to avoid symptoms. Moved to another state and health care system, OB-GYN was horrible. She just did not get it. My symptoms were: irritability, low libido, headache, sleep disturbance, severe mood disturbances, tension, depression, vaginal dryness. It is a nightmare. Estratest helped with all of these symptoms 100%. I would prefer to have continued with injections. But, for now, Estratest is at least helping with the symptoms."

• dun...
• September 5, 2009

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Menopausal Disorders "I had been taking Estratest H.S. in combination with Premarin for the last 12 years and loved, loved, loved it. No side effects. Made me feel stronger and helped keep my body in shape. Since they no longer make it, I have been having trouble adapting to new hormones and wish I could find some kind of testosterone substitute."

• pea...
• July 13, 2016

For Menopausal Disorders "I have been taking Estratest H.S. 0.625/1.25 mg for 18 years now, and all of my hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings have all gone away. But since I smoke, my doctors here in Missouri will not give them to me until I have stopped smoking for at least 3 months. That is easier said than done. Without my pills, I get migraine headaches, crazy mood swings, and I can't stand to be around myself."

• cos...
• October 24, 2015

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Hot Flashes "I have been using Estratest for over 25 years. I do not have any complaints except the cost. If I don't take it, I get migraines and mood changes, something awful. My insurance company will not cover any part of the cost. But they will cover Estrace or any other less costly type. Do you have any advice?"

• Sha...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 12, 2019

For Menopausal Disorders "I was prescribed the medication after an elective total hysterectomy (46 y/o). I was on it for several years until my primary care doctor took me off. I was reluctant, and rightfully so. My energy dropped, and I suffered for two years with horrible fatigue. I went from running half marathons/marathons, swimming 6-8 miles per week, and Pilates to barely running 2.5 miles and having excessive fatigue. My passion for sports and not being able to engage in them was horrible. I finally went back to my OB/GYN, and he prescribed the medication, which is no longer covered by insurance. The low dose helped, but fatigue prevailed. I finally was told to try the higher dose for a week, and I felt like my old self. My mood has improved, I can swim again, and my fatigue is gone and replaced with being tired. My doctor does not want me to be on the higher dose, however, he will try to work with me to find a workable plan."

• Sas...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 16, 2020

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "After a partial hysterectomy of my ovaries and my uterus, my libido dropped, hot flashes, brain fog, memory issues, weight gain - horrible symptoms. Estratest took everything away, except the libido, that surely went through the roof, crazy! Thank God I have a husband of 25 years who volunteers to look after me."

• Hot...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 7, 2015

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I took this for 7 years with no complaints, until my pharmacy replaced it with a dark green pill, different maker. The dark green one did not work like this one by Amneal, but for some reason (probably the Estratest fiasco) this one was pulled from the market. Fast forward 3 years and CVS had this one back! So I went to the doctor, got a script, got a month's worth, and felt normal finally! Went for my refill only to be told it is being discontinued!!! Uugghhh! Amneal, get it together - we need your version of EEMT!!!"

• Anonymous
• September 10, 2009

Esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone for Menopausal Disorders "I finally found something that worked for me-before I was having difficulty finding the right dose. Now that they no longer make it, I am having a difficult time taking the generic due to the noticeable side effects-but the alternatives do not work either."

• dol...
• April 2, 2010

For Menopausal Disorders "As most women have said, I feel 100% better. Before taking this, I must have had every symptom you could possibly think of, except the hot flashes, which I think I would have rather suffered through than all the others."

• Mel...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 20, 2022

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I am 59 years old, had a total hysterectomy at 36 & went into menopausal symptoms right after. I was having issues and getting no relief from estrogen alone. Referred to an awesome endocrinologist (actually the most qualified doctors to deal with hormonal issues), we discussed symptoms & he put me on Estratest. Endocrinologists actually do blood tests to check hormone levels & adjust dosage to get to the right level. I felt great. Super energy, sleep, concentration, and metabolism. Several years ago, my assigned OBGYN decided my dosage needed to be lowered. Been struggling with it all since. Consulted with an endocrinologist within my new health insurance, but was told they were not allowed to address hormone replacement, only gynecologists. 'Endocrinologists specialize in glands & the hormones they produce which affect important processes that control metabolism, blood pressure, cholesterol, hunger, thirst, body temperature, and more.' Endocrinologists, not OBGYNs, should be treating us."

• Fra...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 2, 2023

For Menopausal Disorders "Improves overall feeling of well-being and core strength. I have a great deal of energy at 73. I tried to go off of it 3 times, and the hot flashes and nausea were very unpleasant. I have been on it for over 40 years. Like the balance of estrogen/testosterone. Estrogen alone was not as desirable. Caused tenderness to breasts and bloating. I am on half strength. I was notified that my insurance will no longer pay for it. They must presume it doesn't work. They are wrong."

• Dai...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 1, 2021

For Menopausal Disorders "Never had any problems with Estratest. Experiencing migraines, dryness, hot flashes, depression, anxiety, and brain fog without the prescription as prescribed in the past. I have taken it for many years, and the doctor cut it in half. I am currently trying to get the prescription approved by a gynecologist so I can continue to enjoy my life once again."

• CMa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 30, 2020

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I was given the half strength of this drug after a complete hysterectomy. In the beginning, it was okay, but within months, I started growing a beard, belly/nipple hair, and muscle structure in my legs was changing compared to before. I started with severe acne on my face - which I NEVER had - I was on it for 1 year, and when taken off of it, the acne cleared within 2 weeks, and other changes started to subside. I went on estradiol only."

• Daw...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 23, 2024

"I have been taking this medication for 21 years due to having a full hysterectomy at 38 years old. It has been a lifesaver. I have had no side effects. It costs me $45 a month with me using GoldRx because my BC/BS doesn’t cover or help with it. I take it once a day at night. It has allowed me to not have night sweats, libido is great, and actually helps with clear skin. I highly recommend it if you are thinking about it. Talk to your doctor if you have questions."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 16, 2021

For Postmenopausal Symptoms "I cannot say enough good things about my experience with this drug and progesterone. It has dramatically improved my quality of life. My moods stabilized, I maintained muscle tone, controlled my weight, had no menopause symptoms, and my skin and hair are so much better than other women my age. I am 73. I started taking it at the beginning of menopause. No side effects noted."