Utilization of Gynaecological Drugs Among Privately Insured Women Aged 12 Years and Older in Germany: A Trend Analysis of Claims Data

Background

Menstrual and menopausal complaints are highly prevalent among women in Germany. Pharmacological options include hormonal contraceptives, menopausal hormone therapy and herbal medicinal products (HMPs). However, real-world data on the prescription of HMPs in comparison with hormone preparations are scarce.

Objective