Ethinylestradiol is a man made form of oestrogen. It is mostly used together with a progestin in hormonal products prescribed by gynaecologists. It is a prescription medicine and is used under a doctor's care.
Gynaecologists are the main prescribers, along with some dermatologists and endocrinologists. Chemists near maternity homes, women's clinics and hospitals carry most of the stock.
Hormone products depend heavily on doctor trust. A gynaecologist who has seen consistent quality from a brand tends to keep writing it. Distributors who already have relationships with maternity homes usually find it easier to introduce a new hormone product.
Listed forms and hormone combinations
Companies show ethinylestradiol as:
- Tablet in calendar or blister packs
- Soft gelatin capsule in a few ranges
Common combinations are ethinylestradiol with cyproterone and ethinylestradiol with dienogest. Most listed products are combined hormone tablets rather than single molecule packs.
Comparing gynae franchise companies
Ask whether the company has a wider gynae line, such as iron and calcium supplements, progesterone products, fertility support and antifungals. Compare PTR, MRP and margin. Write the monopoly area clearly in the letter. Blister presentation matters for hormone tablets, so check samples. Confirm the expiry return policy. Literature and visual aids made for gynaecologists help during launch.
Before you sign, visit a few chemists near the gynaecologists you plan to meet and note which hormone brands they already stock. This tells you how much space there is for a new name and what rate the shop expects.
Getting hormone tablets made through a contract manufacturer
Hormones must be produced in a dedicated, segregated area, so first confirm the plant has one. Then brief the composition, strength, number of tablets per pack, blister style and carton. Agree MOQ and lead time. Ask for product permission, stability data, batch test certificates and copies of the manufacturing licence and GMP certificate. Your drug licence, GST number and trademark papers will be needed before printing.
Related pages: Gynae PCD Franchise and all molecules A to Z. Often combined with: Cyproterone, Dienogest.