sublingual estradiol

HI,
I just had a question for anyone doing their estradiol sublingually. I have been doing that for awhile but I notice that it doesn't completely dissolve and there is a residue left in there. I am worrying whether it is absorbing like it is supposed to if it is not dissolving and then I just end up swallowing the residue that is left. Does anyone have any idea about this?
Mojo

Hi,

It does take a while for my troche to completely dissolve, especially that last little bit. It does dissolve though.

I think you should ask your pharmacist why it may not be dissolving, and if you should be swallowing it, or just throwing it out. He/she would know exactly what is in the troche and if something should be changed to meet your needs better.

Let us know what your pharmacist says.


Kay

Actually, it is not a troche. It is the estradiol pill that is normally taken orally that I read on here that you can also do sublingually. That is why I am wondering because it is not meant to be done sublingually but supposedly alot of people are doing it that way. I just am wondering if it is being absorbed. Thanks,
Maureen

I would call your doctor and ask him/her. Your doctor would be the best one to advise you on this if he/she has instructed you to use your Estradiol this way.

I believe the pills used for swallowing are different than those used to dissolve. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using the medication differently than prescribed.

I actually didn't talk to my doctor about this. I was strictly going by things I read on here and another website. I know that may not be too smart. Right now I am just taking it orally and may look for another option with my doctor for something that goes through the skin instead. l am looking for a way that is easier on the liver than taking the estrogen orally.
Mojo