The instructions for taking your medication will vary depending on the formulation of bioidentical hormones you have been prescribed. During the consultation, your doctor will discuss with you the differences between the types of medication.
Bioidentical hormones may be combined with a base cream for transdermal application, depending on the type of cream these may be applied directly to the face, limbs or genital area. Simply press the pump all the way to achieve the full dose, and apply the cream to clean and dry skin. Rub the cream in for at least a minute to ensure full absorption before replacing the cap on the tube.
Alternatively, bioidentical hormones may be administered in the form of an oral lozenge which can be cut to suit your recommended dose. After removing it from the tray, place the lozenge between the upper lip and gum and allow it to dissolve. Do not suck, chew or swallow the lozenge.
Certain bioidentical hormones may also be compounded into capsules for oral administration. Please take the capsule with a glass of water and avoid sucking or chewing the medication.
Additionally, depending on your specific needs you may be prescribed a hair tonic which is applied directly to the scalp. We recommend that you always follow the instructions advised by your doctor and contact the Specialist Pharmacy for more information about medication.
How do I store my cream?
Creams should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and humidity. Our creams can maintain stability in temperatures of up to 45 Degrees Celsius so you don’t have to put them in the fridge or a cooler bag, however, you should keep them out of direct sunlight.
How do I store my lozenges?
Lozenges should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and humidity. If you are travelling to a hot country it is best to purchase a medication cooler bag (most online and high street chemists stock these) to store your medication in. The lozenges will also maintain stability in the fridge.
How should I apply my cream?
Apply the cream to clean, dry skin, for approximately 1 minute, preferably the thin skin on the inside of the forearm or inner thigh. The cream will take 30 minutes to absorb so please refrain from applying anything further during this time. Should you need to apply sunscreen please do so 30 minutes after you’ve applied your hormone cream.