Medication Leaflets
SERMs (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators)
Introduction: This leaflet provides information about Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs), for example Raloxifene, and their use in gender-affirming care. It is designed to help you understand the benefits, risks, and important ...
Using Synarel GnRHa Nasal Spray
This information has been taken from Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc Important Tips about using SYNAREL Your pump should produce a fine mist, which can only happen by a quick and firm pumping action. It is normal to see some larger droplets of ...
Finasteride as an Antiandrogen
Introduction: Hello! If you’re thinking about using Finasteride as part of your gender-affirming process, this leaflet is designed to help you. We want to give you a clear, easy-to-understand overview of what Finasteride is, its uses, and what you ...
Testosterone Enanthate
Testosterone-Enanthate
Nebido: Member Information
Nebido
Sustanon: Member Information
Sustanon
Leuprorelin: Member Information
Leuprorelin
Estradiol Valerate
Estradiol-Valerate
Vitamin B12: Member Information
Vitamin-B12
Triptorelin: Member Information
Triptorelin
Asfotase Alfa: Member Information
Asfotase-Alfa-1
Tadalafil (Cialis)/ Sildenafil (Viagra)
Tadalafil is a medication primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction in transgender individuals. Some transgender women might use it off-label to address erectile dysfunction, particularly during hormone therapy. Here are potential ...
Member Leaflet: Progesterone as a Feminising Hormone
What is Progesterone? Progesterone is a naturally occurring hormone found in both cisgender (non-transgender) and transgender individuals. In the context of gender-affirming care, progesterone may be prescribed to transgender women and individuals ...
Member Leaflet: Testosterone as a Masculinising Hormone
What is Testosterone? Testosterone is a naturally occurring hormone found in both cisgender (non-transgender) and transgender individuals. In gender-affirming care, testosterone is commonly prescribed to transgender men and individuals assigned ...
Member Information Leaflet: Estrogen as a Feminising Hormone
What is Estrogen? Estrogen is a naturally occurring hormone found in both cisgender (non-transgender) and transgender individuals. In gender-affirming care, estrogen is commonly prescribed to transgender women and individuals assigned male at birth ...
Member Leaflet: GnRHa Blockers in Gender-Affirming Care
What is a GnRH Agonist (GnRHa) Blocker? GnRH agonist blockers, or Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone agonist blockers, are medications used in gender-affirming care to suppress the production of sex hormones. These blockers are often prescribed to ...
Member Information Leaflet: Spironolactone as an Antiandrogen
What is Spironolactone? Spironolactone is a medication initially designed to treat conditions such as high blood pressure and oedema (fluid retention). However, it is also commonly prescribed for transgender individuals as part of hormone therapy for ...
Member Information Leaflet: Cyproterone as an Antiandrogen
What is Cyproterone? Cyproterone is a medication commonly used as an antiandrogen in the context of transgender healthcare. Its primary purpose is to block the effects of androgens (testosterone hormones) in the body. This is especially relevant for ...
Member Information Leaflet: Finasteride as an Antiandrogen
What is Finasteride? Finasteride is a medication primarily used to treat conditions related to an enlarged prostate or male pattern hair loss. However, it is also prescribed for other purposes, including as an antiandrogen for individuals undergoing ...
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