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Started Testosterone, already on T4/T3 combo - getting side effects 😳

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Hi all.

I’ve been stable on 75mcg levo and x3 doses of 5mcg lio for some time. 11 days ago I started testosterone for menopause taking Testogel 1/8th of a packet daily. Been feeling better but the last couple of nights have struggled with insomnia - sleeping fitfully and not to very long at all! (I generally sleep very well). Does anyone know of any interactions with commencing Testosterone when already taking T4/T3 combo? There is not much online which relates to menopausal women. Thank you as always 🙏🏻

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Hello, I am on 150 levo, started testogel in summer last year. I use the sachet over 3 weeks - helps with anxiety and energy levels. Maybe try lower dose of testo and work out how you feel with it? There isn't much research done, at least I didn't find any. Hope it helps

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Thank you for the response. Yes, I can’t find much in the subject at all! I’ll endeavour to find the sweet spot! 😃

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