Community Conversation => Transitioning => Hormone replacement therapy => Topic started by: Just Ole Me on July 16, 2014, 10:00:57 PM Return to Full Version
Title: Can I put two HRT patches on?
Post by: Just Ole Me on July 16, 2014, 10:00:57 PM
Post by: Just Ole Me on July 16, 2014, 10:00:57 PM
My endo doubled my Estrodial RX today. I use transdermal patches. I forgot toask her if its ok to you two of the old patches until they are used up. I already paid for them. Since she doubled it I don't see why not. Anyone been told yes or no on this? It's ok on oral meds I know.
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Kay
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Kay
Title: Re: Can I put two HRT patches on?
Post by: mrs izzy on July 16, 2014, 11:26:33 PM
Post by: mrs izzy on July 16, 2014, 11:26:33 PM
I would ask you doctor or pharmacist that question.
I would think if the absorption rate of 2 is the same as the new one in a 24hr period they would say it should be OK.
Just ask is the safest. No need to risk over a simple phone call.
Izzy
I would think if the absorption rate of 2 is the same as the new one in a 24hr period they would say it should be OK.
Just ask is the safest. No need to risk over a simple phone call.
Izzy
Title: Re: Can I put two HRT patches on?
Post by: Flan on July 16, 2014, 11:43:30 PM
Post by: Flan on July 16, 2014, 11:43:30 PM
Since patches are supposed to be controlled release through the week (or whatever the patch is designed around) it should be safe but a call to the doctor or pharmacist should clear it up.
Title: Re: Can I put two HRT patches on?
Post by: Jenna Marie on July 17, 2014, 06:00:34 PM
Post by: Jenna Marie on July 17, 2014, 06:00:34 PM
Another vote for ask the doctor, but I know my endo actually prescribes that way on purpose for people whose dose is higher than a single patch contains - she tells them to just wear two.
Title: Re: Can I put two HRT patches on?
Post by: Claire (formerly Magdalena) on July 17, 2014, 06:15:10 PM
Post by: Claire (formerly Magdalena) on July 17, 2014, 06:15:10 PM
When my dose was doubled I was told to wear two until the new patches arrive. I expect it's fine but you should talk to a pharmacist to be sure. :)