vivelle dot and ivf

thanks for your imput, I was on estrace but caused a rash so he had me get on Vivelle dot patched, what is timed bd ? and which meds did you not use ?

I had a hysterectomy in October 2009, I was put on the vivelle-dot patch. I'm on the lowest dose (0.05mg). I change the patch twice a week. I had my yearly mamogram (which has always been normal). I picked up the report today and it says: Findings: Dense and hetergenous breast parenchyma is again observed with minor asymmetry.

Hey Ladies, I was wondering is anyone starting or have started Vivelle and or Ganirelex with their IVF Cycle? I start Vivelle tomorrow and Ganirelix on the 3rd of this month. Does it have any side affects.

Shorty after my initial post, I went back on the Vivelle-Dot and had only mild spotting after three weeks. That week I had forgotten to change my patch for several hours after I should have. So the Vivelle -Dot seems to have alleviated the symptoms. The difference in cost for me is $120 versus $20 for a 3-month mail-order prescription. I am willing to pay $400 a year extra for the lessened symptoms, but others might be financially unable.

I had a TAH two weeks ago and started on vivelle dot. My gyn says I dont need progesterone cream, but I am reading otherwise....Does anyone know if I can get it over the counter or does it require a RX?? Just wondering, because if I need it, I want it!

The latest and greatest is endo took me off birth control pills because of side effects. Which makes me very happy. He added Vivelle patch 0.1 and Prometrium 200 mg for ten days out of the month. Also upping my Humatrope. And taking another look at my thyroid. Anyone have experience with the Vivelle for estrogen replacement? The thing that has me super discouraged is my weight and my dr recommendation that I consider lap band. I currently am about 90lbs overweight.

Thank you, Yeah Im on Endometrin a progesterone insert and also on Vivelle dot patches. Im going in monday for a US but didnt think they could see anything yet since im only 5 weeks.

Did any one have the protocal asprin 81 mg daily,crinone 8% twice a day, vivelle dot 2 patches every other day and prenatal vitamin. if so did it work for you.

014 mg/day). The Vivelle-dot is applied twice/weekly and contains .39 mg estradiol, which is .78 mg estradiol/week which is around .11 mg/day (data says .025 mg/day). This is what is confusing me. According to my calculations, Menostar delivers .14 mg/day and Viville-dot delivers .11 mg/day (which is less than Menostar). That's not what the data says though, but when I do the calculations, I come out with different answers.

Ok, any advise would be great. I had my transfer yesterday morning, and today I was instructed to start my Vivelle patches. Does anyone know where they are supposed to be applied? I was kinda out of it on my muscle relaxer, so I think they told me stomach or arms are ok...is that right? Thanks so much...it's just all so confusing...Let's hope this IVF takes and I won't have to be a science experiement again next cycle...

I'm almost 60 years old and have been experiencing severe hot flashes for years. A couple years ago I was put on 0.05mg Vivelle-dot patches. I'm still having the flashes. My forehead, especially, sweats a lot wetting my bangs completely! Would going on a higher dose of Vivelle stop the hot flashes? I want to keep on bioidentical-type remedies and wondered if something else included/instead of would do the trick. I'd greatly appreciate help!

Hi there, I have to agree with Cherie. I too am on the vivelle dot patch, I change mine every 2 days and also take estradiol one tab at bedtime. I am like a new person. I think they have finally gotten my hormone replacement right. I must say that premarin is one of the older, not so good hormone replacement products available. There are so many new and safer bioidentical hormones on the market like the vivelle.

5 mg - I used to use Vivelle Dot .05, but my body stopped absorbing it, so I changed to the oral type) and a compounded bioidentical progesterone cream (1 mg. dose, although I use less, made at a compounding pharmacy) that I rub on to my wrist or upper arm or stomach (I move it around so my skin doesn't build up resistence to it). I have hormone testing annually to make sure my balances are right. I feel good on this regimen. How have things been going for you?

Or, you may want to think about something completely different like the Vivelle Dot patch. This is something your Dr will have to prescribe just like your Estrace pills.

Hi! I agree with Mary regarding the possiblity of adding a little progesterone to your regimen. I'm also on the vivelle dot patch (.075 strength) and have just recently 50 mg of progesterone (which I take orally, but many prefer to use as a cream or gel transdermally). I'd ask your doctor about adding some progesterone to your regimen. Just my thought :-) Good luck!

I was put on the vivelle dot patch when I came home from the hospital and started on 1.0 and now i am down to 0.5. I occassionally have a hot flash nothing terrible and for the most part feel ok..I did some research and found that it is better to try hormones that come from a plant deritative..which it does..I am extremely tired alot dont know if that contributes..I wish you lots of luck on Tuesday and please keep us posted!!!! Stay Strong .....I will be thinking of you...

I am post-IVF 10 days and have had ABSOLUTELY no bleeding. I am on 1 Vivelle patch (change every 4th day) and Progesterone (vaginally 2x's/day). I have 0 preg symptoms. Is it a good sign I have had no spotting, or does it mean nothing at all?

This is my first IVF..I had 4 iui's which resulted in 3 negative and 1 positive...The positive resulted in a Blighted Ovum at 8 weeks....But you know what, I have really have strong faith and this time I know that God is going to make it happen for us!!!!

I am on Lupron .05ml and estridiol twice a day and a vivelle patch every three days. I am on the 23rd day of a IVF (donor cycle). My question is about alcoholic drinks. One nurse told me to re-frane from alcohol while I am on Lupron, the other nurse told me I don't really have to refrain until after the transfer. I have been refraining from alcohol, BUT, my husband and I go to dinner with all our friends every Friday night and I have had one glass of wine on two of those group dinners.

Hi-We did our frst IVF cycle in August and I am currently 10w4d pregnant. I have not had ONE pregnancy symptom all along. I am on estrogen pills and progesterone in oil shots daily. I am tired but that is it-really no sore bbs, no morning sickness at all. Had we not seen the baby on the u/s I would not even believe I was pregnant. I know that doesn't happen to everyone but hopefully you will be one of the lucky ones too! Best of luck.

So the only thing we have in common is the prenatals, I blame them too then.

The vivelle, vivelle dot and Climara are all bioidentical hormones like Kate was talking about. They are supposed to be very similar to our own hormones, but they are still not our own :( Take it from me though, they are great.

Hi Girls - Just wondering anyone on HRT Patch..Vivelle Dot..Lately, I have been so tired..extremely tired and my joints hurt..I am not sure what this is related to..wondering if it has to do with the hormone patch??? I am eating well and losing weight (on purpose) so I dont know what is wrong..tomorrow I am seeing my primary MD..Just thought if anyone has any idea...please share..

i take PIO shots and vivelle (estrogen) patches, prenatal vitamins

I had a complete hysterectomy 5 1/2 years ago at the age of 35 for a borderline serous tumor in one of my ovaries. I have been on the vivelle dot .1mg patch for several years with no problems. Lately, I have been having symptoms of low estrogen like hot flashes. Unfortunately, my gyn oncologist has retired so I have been seeing my regular ob for my yearly follow up.

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