ELESTRIN vs MINIVELLE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	ELESTRIN	MINIVELLE
Rating	70/100	60/100
Pharmacy pays	$6.55 /g	$6.55 /g
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ESTRADIOL	ESTRADIOL
Manufacturer	Viatris	Noven Pharms Inc
Dosage forms	Topical, metered	Film, extended release
Drug class	Estrogen	Estrogen
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Treats	Breast Neoplasms, Hypogonadism, Premature Menopause	Breast Neoplasms, Hypogonadism, Premature Menopause

elestrin minivelle

Rating

70/100

60/100

Pharmacy pays

$6.55 /g

Type

Active ingredient

ESTRADIOL

Manufacturer

Viatris

Noven Pharms Inc

Dosage forms

Topical, metered

Film, extended release

Drug class

Estrogen

Boxed warning

Treats

Breast Neoplasms, Hypogonadism, Premature Menopause

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Elestrin or Minivelle?

By our independent rating, Elestrin scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Minivelle. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Elestrin or Minivelle?

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 Elestrin and Minivelle?

Both Elestrin and Minivelle 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.