They include:. How should testosterone patch be used? It is important to follow the doctor's instructions while using the patch. The area of the skin mostly the lower abdomen, below the navel should be thoroughly cleaned and then the patch applied to the area.
The same area should not be re-used for applying the patch for at least a week. The area where the patch is applied should be free from any irritation or cuts. In addition do not apply lotions, creams and moisturizers to the same area.
It is also recommended to initiate proper care while bathing or sun bathing. Testosterone patch controversy It is the opinion of some researchers that the testosterone patch which is used to pep up a woman's low sex drive after womb and ovary removal may not really work. The Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin states that the 'testosterone patch's long-term safety is not proven'. In a recent study in UK it was found that women who used testosterone patch after womb and ovary removal actually experienced a drop in their sex drive instead of increase in sexual desires.
The long term safety of the treatment is unknown and unwanted side effects seem to be common and irreversible in the use of such testosterone stimulants. When such side effects occur, the relief is usually achieved by reducing the dose of testosterone. The part of the skin wherein the patch is applied is susceptible to visible signs of rashes, irritation, and redness and itching.
If such side effects persist, it is advisable to consult the medical practitioner immediately before it becomes serious. Many medical practitioners who treat post menopausal women prescribe testosterone for only short term use. Prescriptions may be refilled only a limited number of times; ask your pharmacist if you have any questions.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription over-the-counter medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies. Generic alternatives may be available. Testosterone Transdermal Patch pronounced as tes tos' ter one.
Why is this medication prescribed? How should this medicine be used? Other uses for this medicine What special precautions should I follow?
What special dietary instructions should I follow? What should I do if I forget a dose? What side effects can this medication cause? What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication? Brand names. To use testosterone patches, follow these steps: Clean and dry the spot where you will apply the patch.
Tear the foil pouch along the edge and remove the patch. Do not open the pouch until you are ready to apply the patch. Peel the protective liner and silver disc off the patch and dispose of them.
Place the patch on your skin with the sticky side down and press down firmly with your palm for 10 seconds. Be sure the patch is completely stuck to your skin, especially around the edges.
When you are ready to remove the patch, pull it off the skin, fold the used patch in half with the sticky sides stuck together, and dispose of it safely, so that it is out of the reach of and pets. Children and pets can be harmed if they chew on or play with used patches. Apply a new patch immediately by following steps Other uses for this medicine. What special precautions should I follow?
Before using testosterone patches, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to testosterone, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in testosterone patches. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants 'blood thinners' such as warfarin Coumadin, Jantoven , insulin Apridra, Humalog, Humulin, others ; and oral steroids such as dexamethasone, methylprednisolone Medrol , and prednisone Rayos.
Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects. Your doctor will probably tell you that you should not use testosterone transdermal patch. Children, teenagers, and women should not use this medication. Testosterone may stop bone growth and cause precocious puberty early puberty in children and teenagers.
If testosterone is used by a woman who is pregnant, may become pregnant, or is breast-feeding, it may harm the baby. Older men should not usually use testosterone, unless they have hypogonadism.
Your doctor will probably tell you to remove your testosterone patch es before you have the exam. It is very unlikely that your partner will be exposed to more than slight amounts of testosterone. Call a doctor immediately if your female partner develops new or increasing acne, or grows hair in new places on her body. Take a breath before you take the plunge. Published Krakowsky Y, Grober ED. A practical guide to female sexual dysfunction: An evidence-based review for physicians in Canada.
Can Urol Assoc J. Heather Hartley. R Basson. Testosterone therapy for reduced libido in women. Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile. Measure ad performance. Select basic ads. Create a personalised ads profile.
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