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FemSeven is a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) skin patch used to treat the symptoms of menopause. It contains estradiol hemihydrate (a form of estrogen) to replace the hormones which begin to decline in menopause.
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Price range: £22.99 through £60.99
Since it only contains oestrogen, FemSeven is suitable for women who have had their uterus removed.
Menopause is a natural life stage when a woman’s menstrual cycles end due to a decline in the hormones, oestrogen and progesterone. This typically occurs when a woman reaches the age of 45-55 years and hasn’t experienced a menstrual period for over 12 months.
This means a woman will no longer ovulate and will begin to lose the functional effects of oestrogen and progesterone.
Women experiencing menopause may report symptoms such as:
FemSeven HRT patches are available as a prescription and aim to relieve the symptoms of menopause and improve a woman’s well-being and quality of life.
FemSeven patches are prescribed to help relieve menopausal symptoms such as:
Menopause symptoms occur when the levels of oestrogen begin to fall.
Oestrogen is an essential hormone for reproductive health and has other systemic beneficial effects. Oestrogen supports the structural integrity and growth of the womb lining and vagina, and has other benefits such as increasing bone strength.
Since FemSeven balances the levels of oestrogen, it helps relieve symptoms such as vaginal dryness and irritation, hot flushes and altered mood.
Oestrogen also has positive health benefits, such as improved bone density and strength. This reduces your risk of osteoporosis as you age and makes you less prone to fractures.
Oestrogen is also known to have protective features for your cardiac health.
FemSeven is an HRT taken as a transdermal patch- a patch which secretes oestrogen hormone through the skin into your bloodstream.
The active ingredient is ‘estradiol hemihydrate’, which helps rebalance the falling levels of oestrogen during menopause.
This helps alleviate symptoms such as heat flashes, brain fog, altered mood, vaginal dryness/irritation and reduced libido.
FemSeven is an oestrogen-only HRT, which means women who have had a hysterectomy can take it without progesterone HRT.
However, unopposed oestrogen exposure can increase your risk of endometrial and breast cancer, so HRTs must be taken under the direction of your doctor.
To use these patches, you simply place a patch on an area of hairless skin below the waistband- ideally, your thigh or buttocks.
Your skin will then absorb the hormone treatment into your bloodstream, where it can exert its therapeutic effects.
You then change your patch once a week.
FemSeven weekly patches are available in the following doses.
This means the patch secretes 50, 75 or 100 micrograms (µg) per day during the seven day period you wear them.
To apply a patch, place it on an area of skin on the thighs or buttocks and change it after seven days.
The dose you take must be discussed with a medical professional to find the suitable dosage which meets your individual health needs.
FemSeven patches are placed on a clean area of skin on the thighs or buttocks and changed once a week. They are simple to use, just follow the steps below.
Always remember to consult the medication leaflet and follow the instructions of your doctor.
Helpful tips:
Side effects:
Below is a list of reported side effects. Note this doesn’t include all potential side effects. Refer to the medication leaflet for a full list.
Side effects typically subside with continued use as your body adjusts to treatment. This may take up to 3 months of usage before side effects subside.
If the side effects you experience are severe or persist after 3 months, contact your doctor for medical advice.
If you experience the following severe side effects, immediately stop usage and seek immediate medical attention.
| Signs of allergic reaction | Signs of cancer | Signs of hypertension | Signs of a blood clot in the veins of the leg (DVT) or lungs (Pulmonary Embolism) |
Rashes Itching Hives Difficulty breathing Swelling of the face or throat | Unexplained weight loss Abnormal bleeding Nausea/vomiting Painless lumps or bumps anywhere | Severe migraines Drastic rise in blood pressure Dizziness | Swelling in the leg with redness and warmth (DVT) Difficulty breathing and chest pain upon breathing in (PE) |
FemSeven is NOT suitable for you if you:
If any side effects become serious, you should contact your doctor or pharmacist.
You can also report side effects in the UK through the Yellow Card Scheme.
FemSeven is suitable for women who are over the age of 45 years and experience menopausal symptoms. It is particularly effective for women who have had a hysterectomy since they do not require progesterone HRT.
If you have a history of cancer, especially breast or endometrial cancer, FemSeven is not suitable for you since oestrogen HRTs can increase your risk of breast and endometrial cancer. See the list further below for other reasons FemSeven may not be suitable for you.
If you are younger than 45 years and believe you are experiencing menopause symptoms, consult your doctor to review whether you can take HRTs.
FemSeven is NOT suitable for you if you:
FemSeven patches are available as prescription only. This means you have to be assessed by a medical professional before taking them.
You can buy FemSeven patches online at Meds For Less. You simply fill out a brief questionnaire, and you will be contacted by one of our medical professionals to see if FemSeven is suitable for you. If it is, then we can deliver it right to your door.
Prices of FemSeven patches may vary.
The list below reflects the standard price for 4 patches (1x a week for a month) and depends on their dosage strengths.
Yes, they will remain stuck even while showering, swimming or exercising.
Replace it with a new patch immediately, then change it on your usual scheduled day.
HRT patches have a lower risk of causing side effects than HRT tablets, such as blood clots or liver disorders.
Yes, FemSeven patches can cause skin irritation, but this can be helped by swapping the area of skin you use on your thighs or buttocks so it isn’t constantly patched over.
Once a week.
FemSeven Sequi is an HRT patch which contains oestrogen-only, whereas FemSeven Conti is a combined oestrogen and progesterone HRT patch.
No, cutting HRT patches can reduce their effectiveness. If you want to adjust your dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to discuss this with you.