vivelle

Frequently asked questions

What does Vivelle treat?

Vivelle (Estradiol) may be used to treat breast neoplasms, hypogonadism, premature menopause, menorrhagia, prostatic neoplasms, primary ovarian insufficiency, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Vivelle work?

Vivelle is a estrogen. Estrogen is a sex hormone that enters cells and binds estrogen receptors; the hormone-receptor complex then moves into the nucleus and switches target genes on or off. Through this it thickens the uterine lining, helps protect bone, supports breast and vaginal tissue, and shapes cholesterol levels.

How is Vivelle rated?

pharmaranks gives Vivelle a composite score of 3.4 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

How much does Vivelle cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $6.55 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Vivelle?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Vivelle. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Vivelle?

Vivelle is marketed by Sandoz. You can see Sandoz's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Vivelle a brand-name or generic drug?

Vivelle is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Estradiol. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Estradiol are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Vivelle available over the counter?

No. Vivelle is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Vivelle come in?

Vivelle is currently marketed as system and film, extended release, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Vivelle?

Vivelle is classified as estrogen, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Vivelle FDA-registered?

Vivelle is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA020323. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Vivelle been recalled by the FDA?

Vivelle has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Vivelle safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Vivelle a recall-safety score of 68/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.