The British Menopause Society welcomes the news that the MHRA is launching a public consultation on a set of proposals to make a product containing vaginal estradiol tablets available from pharmacies.
This proposal to reclassify the product containing 10 micrograms vaginal estradiol tablets (Gina 10) formally known as Vagifem would allow women in the UK to access treatment over the counter at a pharmacy, without requiring a prescription for the first time.
The consultation is seeking the views of GPs, pharmacists and members of the public on whether this product should become a pharmacy medicine and available over the counter, without a prescription to menopausal women aged 50 years and above. Further details can be accessed through the following link
Haitham Hamoda
Chairman, British Menopause Society