

This alcohol-based gel is designed to absorb quickly to limit transference. The lighter formula works well when delivering one medication, while the heavy base work well for multiple hormones/medications. This topical HRT base is designed in two formulations: heavy cream base and light cream base. This helps with its moisturizing effects. The HRT cream is an oil-in-water emulsion, meaning it includes oil dispersed within the water base. While it’s often used by female patients, men can also use this base. This versatile cream base is highly absorbent and designed to soften and moisturize skin. The base has been shown to mimic the skin’s natural moisture barrier. It is non-irritating for most patients, hypoallergenic, and scentless. Versabase® is formulated to have a smooth, non-sticky application with fast absorption. This base typically works well for patients who like the benefits of lotion along with their topical hormone dose. Versabase® is a transdermal cream that also has cosmetic and moisturizing effects. This formula does not separate when refrigerated, making it easier to use, and it has a creamy, non-sticky application for increased comfort. This deep-penetrating topical base is shown to effectively deliver hormones through the skin. Lipoderm® is a transdermal cream base created by the compounding industry to maximize absorption. Hormones like Estrogen and Progesterone are also available topically. Here are common topical Testosterone bases used in transdermal hormone products, including Testosterone. Many pharmacies manufacture their own formulas and even make improvements to existing base formulas. Pharmacies usually carry a variety of topical Testosterone bases that can be used to make a transdermal hormone. Keep the medicine tightly closed when not in use.Types of Topical Testosterone/Transdermal Bases Also call your doctor if your pain goes away and then comes back within a few days. If this sensation causes significant discomfort, wash the skin with soap and water.Ĭall your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if they get worse. Menthol can cause a cold or burning sensation, which is usually mild and should lessen over time with continued use. Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine.įor your first use, apply only to a small skin area to test how your skin reacts to the medicine.ĭo not cover treated skin with a tight bandage or use a heating pad.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth.

Do not use on open wounds, broken skin, or irritated skin. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.ĭo not take by mouth.
