CLIMARA vs MENOSTAR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	CLIMARA	MENOSTAR
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	$6.55 /g	$6.55 /g
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ESTRADIOL	ESTRADIOL
Manufacturer	Bayer Hlthcare	Bayer Hlthcare
Dosage forms	Patch	Patch
Drug class	Estrogen	Estrogen
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Treats	Breast Neoplasms, Hypogonadism, Premature Menopause	Breast Neoplasms, Hypogonadism, Premature Menopause

climara menostar

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

$6.55 /g

Type

Active ingredient

ESTRADIOL

Manufacturer

Bayer Hlthcare

Dosage forms

Patch

Drug class

Estrogen

Boxed warning

Treats

Breast Neoplasms, Hypogonadism, Premature Menopause

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Climara or Menostar?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $6.55 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Climara and Menostar?

Both Climara and Menostar share the active ingredient Estradiol.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.