Since the majority of female patients with testosterone deficiency exhibit one or more symptoms of reduced sexual drive, unexplained lethargy, fatigue and altered mood, the treatment requires an integrated approach in coordination with a suitably trained medical practitioner.

Prior to hormone therapy, the physician should address specific medical conditions such as iron deficiency, abnormal bleeding, diabetes, depression, and thyroid disease. During therapy, a doctor may recommend lifestyle changes such as exercise, weight loss, and the reduction or elimination of smoking and alcohol intake.

To restore normal sexual functioning, a patient may have to apply pessaries, vaginal tablets, creams, gels, and lubricants for the symptomatic relief for vaginal dryness and dyspareunia (painful sexual intercourse). Likewise, the doctor may prescribe pelvic floor physiotherapy to improve vaginal muscle tone and muscles associated with orgasm.

Furthermore, the physician may prescribe appropriate medications that do not interfere with sexual function, particularly oral hormone replacement therapy (HRT), oral contraceptives, and antidepressants. If testosterone deficiency is established, the doctor should incorporate supplements that increase the levels of this hormone in the body.

Andro-Feme® 1% Testosterone Cream has been available in Australia since 1998 and is currently the only available approved testosterone product available for delivering testosterone safely and effectively to women. Andro-Feme® is applied topically to the inner thighs, arms or lower abdomen once daily. The dose is titratable and the usual dose is 1-2cm (5-10mg testosterone) daily (measurer included). Cost is USD$50 for a 6-12 weeks supply.

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