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Hi Girls!
I would like to know if anyone has used the Oestrogen, Sandrena gel 0.5mg (as the very first step in their biological transition), and what sort of effects they have had. More importantly, I would like to know how long it took you to start noticing any results. For example, how long it took for breats to start developing, facial features, etc.
I would also be interested to hear from people who used the anti androgen, Finastride?
Your help will be much appreciated!
Sophia x
Hi Sophia
Sandrena comes in 1.00 gram tubes and contains 1.0 mg of estrogen. All instructions on or in the box are in Italian. I cannot advise on results because of our age difference. I am however pleased with my results.
Thanks Joanne! I am doing this under supervision from my endocrinologist who is aalso a gender specialist (NHS route). Sandrena gel does come in 0.5mg sachets as well. The reason why I have been prescribed low doses, I was explained, is because it is always advisable to start with the lowest dose possible, so your body start getting used to it. The dose will be increased after the initial 3 month period. My problem is that after 5 weeks, I haven't seen any noticeable results.
Can I ask when you started noticing results in your case?
Sophia x
I was on patches but found the gel easier. Everyone's results are different. However we have experts on this site who will give you better advice
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Sorry, I aam new to this site. Who are the experts?
Sophia x
You might have to wait but Lucy or Marsha may give you a reply. both have had SRS and Lucy has had dealings with Charing Cross
Sophia
Try reading through all the threads in Hormone City.
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hi all, right here goes , i was on mones 2yrs an 3 monthly injections ,the injection works well but mones never realy done anything 4 me ,i started on low dose of mones 2mg then 4mg,5mg right up to 10mg ,on low does nothing seamd to change but as does increased my body ,leg hair just seamd to vanish , i also started to gain weight due to mones , but my breast area started to become very tender but not realy any progress ,but also every bodys,body different ,my mones wrer changed to sandrena 1.omg gel after 2yrs of mones as my levels want not realy going anywhere ,but gel has made a huge difference in respect to breast area , hair seams softer an finger nails stronger but all takes time ,to realy notice any changes i think 12months to 2yrs be 4 you will actually start to acheave your goals ,im on 3mg sandrena the equivalente to 10mg valerate , any meds will be regulated on your blood tests an how quick level drop in your body / hope this helps xxx
Hello Sophia,
I used Sandrena for a short while, but now use Oestrogel (very similar) along with estradiol tablets. I also use Finasteride. I've been taking these for about 6 1/2 years, and I'm now 3 1/2 years post-op.
Stop thinking in terms of weeks and start thinking in terms of years before you really start to see major changes. On 0.5mg estradiol per day you might not notice anything at all, but once your dosage is raised you may see changes after a few months, but only subtle ones. Skin should start to feel softer in places, breast tissue should start to grow, very slowly probably, and boobs may feel tender or sore. Yes it's best to start on a low dose, but don't expect to see anything happening on such a low dose as you are on at the moment. Currently I use 4 pumps of Oestrogel per day i.e. 3mg estradiol, plus I take one tablet in the morning and one and night i.e. 4mg estradiol in tablet form. 7mg per day in total, though 1mg in gel form does not neccessarily equal 1mg in tablet form.
You will see the changes once you get onto the right dose, but it could be months before you notice anything, and years before you start talking cup sizes. Everyone is different though; there is no set timeline, you will just have to wait and see. Be patient, don't be measuring yourself every day, and be prepared to wait for several years for major bodily changes.
You may need to remind your doctor that 0.5mg is just a starting dose; it may not bring any noticeable physical changes at all. On a decent dose it will still take time, but it is worth the wait!
xx
Lucy: I also use sandrena gel. I used to take oral tablets of Estrofem. I'm trying to determine what is the equivalent of the two. Meaning, 1mg of gel is the equivalent of 2.5mg orally. Any guidance or sources would be appreciated. Thanks
