what is an estring ring
ESTRING (estradiol vaginal ring) is an off-white, soft, flexible ring with a center that contains 2 mg of estradiol (an estrogen hormone). ESTRING releases estradiol into the vagina in a consistent, stable manner for 90 days.The soft, flexible ring is placed in the upper third of the vagina (by the physician or the patient). ESTRING (estradiol vaginal ring) should be removed after90 days of continuous use.If continuation of therapy is indicated, the flexible ring should be replaced.he soft, flexible ring is placed in the upper third of the vagina (by the physician or the patient). ESTRING (estradiol vaginal ring) should be removed after90 days of continuous use. If continuation of therapy is indicated, the flexible ring should be replaced.
DRUG DESCRIPTION. ESTRINGÂ® (estradiol vaginal ring) is a slightly opaque ring with a whitish core containing a drug reservoir of 2 mg estradiol. Estradiol, silicone polymers and barium sulfate are combined to form the ring.hen placed in the vagina, ESTRING releases estradiol, approximately 7.5 mcg per 24 hours, in a consistent stable manner over 90 days. ESTRING (estradiol vaginal ring) has the following dimensions: outer diameter 55 mm; cross-sectional diameter 9 mm; core diameter 2 mm.