Estrogens are generally categorized as natural estrogens, synthetic steroidal estrogens, synthetic steroidal estrogens, and non-steroidal estrogens. They can supplement the estrogen level in the body and help relieve the discomfort caused by estrogen deficiency.
1. Natural estrogens: common ones are ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol, which are long-acting estrogenic drugs that work mainly through oral intake; estradiol valerate is generally a long-acting estrogen that works through intramuscular injections.
2. Synthetic steroidal estrogens: commonly found in estrogens such as estradiol, which is also taken orally.
3. Synthetic Steroidal Estrogens: Commonly known as Tibolone, it is generally used in the treatment of postmenopausal women.
4. Non-steroidal estrogens: common such as caprylyl estradiol, ethyl sucralfate and so on.
Specific medication also needs to be based on the condition and the individual’s own situation, it is recommended to standardize the use of medication under the guidance of a specialist.