The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has previously published information about shortages of Estradot (estradiol) hormone replacement therapy patches (multiple strengths).
They are now extending the Serious Shortage Substitution Notice (SSSN) for Estradot 25 and issuing a new SSSN for Estradot 75.
Estradot hormone replacement therapy patches are used for short-term relief of symptoms associated with menopause.
Estradot 25
Supply of Estradot 25 or a suitable alternative remains less than required to meet Australian demand. As such, the TGA is extending the SSSN for Estradot 25, which was due to expire on 31 December 2020. The extended SSSN will apply until 30 June 2021.
Estradot 75
The TGA is also issuing a new SSSN for Estradot 75. This SSSN applies from 1 January 2021 until 30 June 2021.
Serious Shortage Substitution Notices
The TGA specifies substitutions that pharmacists can make for patients with a prescription for Estradot 25 or Estradot 75 patches. The notices allow those products to be replaced with the same strength of similar products, although the patch size and the frequency of application will vary between brands.