Testosterone treatment

Both Testogel and Androfemme are testosterone treatments — but they’re made differently.

• Androfemme is specifically designed and licensed for women in Australia. It comes in a lower concentration, making it easier to dose accurately for female needs. Androfemme has just been licensed in the UK, but the product is not available until 2026.
• Testogel is licensed for men in the UK, but is often used off-label for women at a much lower dose. It’s safe when prescribed and monitored by a clinician who’s experienced in women’s hormone care.

Both can be effective — your clinician will help you choose based on your symptoms, preferences, and availability.

Sometimes, the most effective treatment isn’t officially licensed for that exact use — even if evidence and expert guidelines support it. That’s called off-label prescribing.

In the UK, this means a medication is being used in a way that’s not on its official license — for example, a different dose or patient group.

It doesn’t mean it’s unsafe. It just means the licensing process hasn’t yet caught up with the clinical data — which is especially common in women’s health.

Our clinicians follow the latest evidence, guidance from bodies like NICE, and always put your safety and wellbeing first.

Yes — when prescribed at the right dose and closely monitored, testosterone is both safe and effective for women.

As with any hormone treatment, it’s not one-size-fits-all. That’s why your clinician will talk through the potential benefits based on your health, symptoms, and goals.

We also check your testosterone levels regularly to make sure your treatment stays safe, in the normal range and right for you.

A baseline blood test is usually required before starting testosterone treatment. It helps your clinician understand your current levels, confirm whether testosterone is likely to help, and ensure your treatment is safe and well-targeted from the start.

Buy a baseline blood test here.

Regular blood tests are an important part of safe testosterone treatment.

You’ll usually have a check at 3 months after starting, and then annually if your levels are stable.

If your levels need adjusting, or if symptoms change, your clinician may recommend more frequent testing. You’ll always be guided clearly on what’s needed — both in your consultation and your clinic letter.

Everyone responds differently — but most women start to notice changes within 6 to 12 weeks.

Improvements in libido are often felt first. Other effects, like energy, mood, and cognitive clarity, may take a little longer and build gradually over time.

We’ll check in regularly to monitor your response, adjust your dose if needed, and make sure you’re getting the support you need along the way.

Not when prescribed and monitored correctly. At the low doses used for women, testosterone is carefully balanced to support things like libido, energy, and mental clarity — without causing male physical traits.

Side effects like increased facial hair or acne are rare, and if they do happen, your dose can be adjusted. That’s why regular monitoring is key — and why our clinicians are here to guide you safely every step of the way.

Lifestyle changes can help support healthy testosterone levels in women.

Things like:

• Managing stress, through mindfulness or rest
• Eating well, with enough protein, healthy fats, vitamin D, and B vitamins
• Exercising regularly, especially strength training

These steps won’t replace medical treatment if levels are significantly low — but they can support your hormones and overall wellbeing, whether you're on testosterone therapy or not. Your clinician will discuss these with you.