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Estetrol/Drospirenone (Nextstellis) - Off-Label for Perimenopause

Generic: estetrol/drospirenone

Brand: Nextstellis

Medication Details

Manufacturer:Mayne Pharma

FDA Approved:Apr 15, 2021

Route:oral

About

Nextstellis is a novel combined oral contraceptive containing estetrol, a native estrogen with selective activity, and drospirenone. While FDA-approved for contraception, it may be prescribed off-label to manage perimenopausal symptoms in appropriate candidates.

Efficacy

Contains estetrol, a native estrogen with selective tissue activity that may provide better tolerability than other estrogens

Targets Symptoms

irregular periodsvasomotor symptomsmood changes