Advantages for transdermal application

What is transdermal HRT?

Transdermal means the hormone supplement is applied on the skin in some way and it absorbs through through it to reach the subcutaneous microcirculation, or the network of tiny veins under the skin. Using HRT transdermally can be done by skin patches, gels, or sprays.

Benefits

Applying bioactive hormones through the skin is more similar to the natural way hormones are absorbed in the body. Transdermal application offers the lowest possible estrogen dosing for the shortest time, leaving time for the body to adjust. Transdermal application also bypasses the liver, completely freeing it from stress other orally taken medications may put it under.

Studies found that transdermal application has little or no effect on clotting factors, lipoproteins, sex hormone binding globulin, hepatic enzymes, or C-reactive protein. There is little to no increase in thromboembolic events, meaning a low risk of thrombosis or stroke with transdermal HRT. That is a very important factor, if the patient is overweight, which is one of the leading causes of these health issues. This administration method is easy on blood pressure.

Compared to orally administered estrogen, a much lower dose of hormones are needed to combat arguably the most notorious symptom of the perimenopausal period: hot flushes.

Consult your doctor

The precise composition of your personal, individualized therapy against the symptoms of menopause is created by your doctor after thorough examination, screenings, test, and a clear establishment of therapy goals. If you are affected as well, we recommend asking your doctor first about your options.