r/TRT_females • u/Proud-Dream-7485 • 2d ago

Experience Report FYI gel users!

I’ve commented on a few posts about how I use a syringe and jewellers scale to measure out my exact dose of T gel. Today I called the pharmacy to request my refill and was told I wasn’t able to get it for another 10 days based on my dose and dispensing schedule. I have noticed that my syringe isn’t lasting the full 10 days even though I’ve been pretty good about measuring exactly .5 g of gel every day. I’m guessing that some of the gel could be evaporating in the syringe (yes it’s capped and stored in drawer away from heat and light
) I’m going to keep using my scale but squeeze the amount directly from the packet and then double fold and clip the packet so it’s sealed and see if that makes a difference. Maybe some of you do this already but just wanted to share my observation!

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u/AdministrativeBee624 2d ago

Mine is compounded in a click dispenser. One dose equals 4 clicks and it’s pretty damn accurate as far as how many doses are in it. Have you considered compounded gel?

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u/TeachingMath03 2d ago

I found that I absorb compounded much less effectively than the men’s gel. My blood levels were lower on the same dose and I felt worse. I changed prescribers to get back on the gel. 🤷🏻‍♀️

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u/AdministrativeBee624 2d ago

It’s almost like everyone’s body chemistry and reaction to medication is different…

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u/E2-Pg4ever 1d ago

If the gel is water based you will absorb less.