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I started estradiol .5 a week ago and have had no changes in hot flashes or sleep. if anything feeling depressed. shoul i give it more time or call dr?

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Not a instant cure: Estrogen 9estradiol) requires several months to replenish depleted estrogen receptors throughout the body. It might take a minimum of 3 months before you will/should notice an impact. Please give it more time in Rx.

Answered 8/22/2017

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