Intrarosa is used to treat moderate-to-severe vaginal dryness and pain during sex (dyspareunia) in postmenopausal women. These symptoms occur when estrogen levels drop after menopause, causing a condition called vulvar and vaginal atrophy (VVA). Vulvar and vaginal atrophy causes vaginal tissues to become thin, dry, and more fragile. This can make sex uncomfortable or even painful.

Common symptoms that Intrarosa may help with include:

• Vaginal dryness
• Burning or irritation
• Discomfort or pain during intercourse
  
  

Intrarosa won’t “cure” menopause (which is a natural part of aging). However, it can significantly ease the discomfort that comes from vaginal changes caused by low estrogen.

Once Intrarosa is inserted into the vagina, DHEA (the active ingredient) gets converted into small amounts of estrogen and androgens (male sex hormones) within the vaginal tissues.

These hormones help rebuild and moisturize the vaginal lining, making it thicker and healthier. That leads to less dryness, less irritation, and less pain during sex. Since the medication stays mostly in the vaginal area, it doesn’t raise hormone levels in your bloodstream as much as full-body hormone therapy.

Intrarosa comes as a small, waxy insert that you place into your vagina once a day at bedtime. Your doctor will instruct you how to use it properly.

To use:

• Wash your hands.
• Lie back or stand in a comfortable position.
• Gently insert one insert as far into the vagina as is comfortable.
• Wash your hands again afterward.

Keep the medication in its original packaging at room temperature. Don’t store it in a hot or humid place like a bathroom.

No, Intrarosa is only available with a prescription. A licensed healthcare provider needs to determine if it’s right for you.

If you’re considering Intrarosa, book an online doctor appointment on Sesame to see if it’s right for you. If prescribed, your provider can send your prescription to your preferred pharmacy for pickup.

Yes! Providers on Sesame can prescribe Intrarosa online and send it to your local pharmacy if appropriate.

For a personalized menopause care plan and treatment, you can also access Intrarosa prescriptions through Sesame’s menopause subscription if appropriate. The subscription includes video visits with a provider of your choice and lab work to assess your hormonal health. It also includes access to prescriptions to treat menopause symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, insomnia, mood swings and more.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.