ル・エストロジェル0.06%
Estradiol (HRT: Estrana, Climara)
Estradiol (HRT patch, gel, tablet) · エストラーナ · ディビ · ル・エストロジェル
Japan favors transdermal estradiol for menopause: Estrana patches (changed every 2 days), L'Estrogel and Divigel gels, and the combined Menoaid patch with norethisterone. Oral estradiol (Julina) also exists. HRT is prescribed by gynecologists and covered by insurance, though uptake is lower than in the West.
At a glance
- Prescription status
- Prescription only
- Over the counter
- Not sold OTC
- Bringing it into Japan
- ✓ 1 month Rx / 2 months OTC
- Names abroad
- Climara · Evorel
Over the counter
Prescription only, covered by insurance for menopausal symptoms.
Prescription products in Japan
6 productsProducts on Japan's national drug price list. Prescription only: a clinic visit is needed, and pharmacies may substitute a generic with the same ingredient.
| Brand names | エストラーナ · ディビ · ル・エストロジェル |
|---|---|
| Dosage forms | Topical |
Product names are shown in Japanese, exactly as printed on the package and the prescription. Show this page at the pharmacy.
エストラーナテープ0.09mg 1.125cm2
エストラーナテープ0.18mg 2.25cm2
エストラーナテープ0.36mg 4.5cm2
エストラーナテープ0.72mg 9cm2
ディビゲル1mg
All listed products (6) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| エストラーナテープ0.09mg 1.125cm2 | Topical · ¥86.5/sheet |
|---|---|
| エストラーナテープ0.18mg 2.25cm2 | Topical · ¥125.9/sheet |
| エストラーナテープ0.36mg 4.5cm2 | Topical · ¥45/sheet |
| エストラーナテープ0.72mg 9cm2 | Topical · ¥66.1/sheet |
| ディビゲル1mg | Topical · ¥34.3/packet |
| ル・エストロジェル0.06% | Topical · ¥19.1/g |
Bringing it into Japan
Up to a 1-month supply of prescription medicine, or 2 months of OTC medicine, without any paperwork. For more, apply for a Yakkan Shoumei (import confirmation) before travel.
Getting it prescribed in Japan
Any clinic can prescribe it after a consultation. Bring the original packaging or a medication list. Use the hospital finder to find clinics with English-speaking staff or an international patient office.
Names abroad
| US | Climara, Vivelle-Dot, Estrace |
|---|---|
| UK | Evorel, Oestrogel, Elleste |
| Korea | 에스트라디올 패치 |
| China | 补佳乐 |
| Taiwan | 雌二醇貼片 |
Sources
- Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services — Drug master (NHI drug price list) shinryohoshu.mhlw.go.jp — 2026-08-12
- Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare — Bringing medicines for personal use into Japan mhlw.go.jp
This page describes how a medicine is regulated and sold in Japan. It is not medical advice and does not cover dosing for your situation; follow your doctor's and pharmacist's instructions.