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Advice need for changing from a cyclical HRT to a continuous HRT

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JustHereWithMyNewYear · 07/01/2024 18:06

I wonder if anyone can help me prior to going to the GP?

I have been on a cyclical HRT in tablet form (Novofem) for the past 5 years. I started taking it while still having periods but I am 54 this year and feel that it is time to come off this (I’m also sick of getting periods tbh). My GP practice has not seen me since COVID lockdown started and I get a repeat prescription ordered on the nhs app every 6 months. I’m not happy about the lack of care in this but equally I haven’t pushed to see them.

I would like to move to a different - non tablet form - suitable for my age where periods shouldn’t really be happening. I know that if I go to the GP they will ask me what I want to go on as they are absolutely terrible with menopause matters. Can I ask what others have used when switching from cyclical please?

TIA

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JustHereWithMyNewYear · 17/01/2024 11:34

Thanks @pharmachameleon I've just read the prescription properly. I think he's kept it on a cyclical HRT instead of continuous - it says 200mg progesterone for days 15-25 of the cycle. I've just called them back and asked them to change it.
The dose for the oestrogen was 0.06% Estradiol (750microgram per acuation) 80gram - I'm assuming the 80 gram is the bottle size then?

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JustHereWithMyNewYear · 17/01/2024 11:35

He's only prescribed a months worth.

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pharmachameleon · 17/01/2024 11:44

Ah right! Sounds as if you can't see how many pumps you should be using of your gel but maybe once you pick up your prescription it will be clear on the label.

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