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Sandrena® (estradiol) gel

Sandrena (estradiol hemihydrate) is a transdermal oestrogen gel used for the treatment of oestrogen deficiency symptoms in postmenopausal women. It provides flexible dosing options and convenient once‑daily application.

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Sandrena® transdermal gel provides body-identical estradiol in a high-concentration, low-volume formulation designed to support individualised dosing for menopausal symptom management.

This information is intended for healthcare professionals to support prescribing decisions and patient counselling.

Reference: Sandrena Product Information (PI), 24 February 2025.

Key Features

  • Transdermal estradiol gel for the treatment of oestrogen deficiency symptoms in postmenopausal women.
  • Body‑identical estradiol (estradiol hemihydrate).
  • Flexible dosing options to support individualised menopausal symptom management.
  • High‑concentration, low‑volume formulation for convenient once‑daily application.
  • Minimal skin residue and fast‑drying gel.
  • Suitable for women with an intact uterus when used with a progestogen.

Key Product Information

PBS Information

PBS listing Sandrena 0.5 g and 1.0 g sachets are PBS listed.
Restriction Listed for the treatment of menopausal symptoms in eligible patients as per PBS criteria.
Strengths listed 0.5 g sachet (0.5 mg estradiol) and 1.0 g sachet (1 mg estradiol).
Notes Refer to the PBS Schedule for full details.

Product Presentations

Formulation Transdermal estradiol gel.
Sachet strengths 0.5 g sachet (0.5 mg estradiol)
1.0 g sachet (1 mg estradiol)
Pack sizes Available in packs of 28 single‑dose sachets.
Storage Store below 25°C.

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