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    Equivalent doses
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    Absorption can vary across preparations, and working out the ‘equivalent dose’ in an alternative preparation is not usually an exact science. The table below was created by Women’s Health Concern and is a helpful guide when considering switching preparations.


    		Ultralow
    		Low

    		MediumHigh
    Oral0.5mg

    		1mg2mg3-4mg
    Patch

    		Half 25mcg
    		25mcg50mcg75-100mcg
    Gel pump1/2 pump

    		1 pump2 pumps3–4 pumps
    Gel sachet

    		0.25mg0.5mg1-1.5mg2-3mg
    Spray1 spray

    		2 sprays3 sprays

    Some of the doses included in this table, are off-license. For more information see licensed doses.

    References and Further Information:

    HRT- types, doses and regimens. Women’s Health Concern Fact Sheet. 2021. Found on page 3.

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