Research
More Women on Testosterone; Hormone Patch Updates; Drug-Induced Bone Loss
The Brief
- Testosterone use among women has risen since 2016, according to the reported study.
- Testosterone is frequently prescribed to women without a documented diagnosis of hypoactive sexual desire disorder, the sole evidence-based indication.
- The findings were reported by MedPage Today, citing the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.
Why it matters
Off-label prescribing of testosterone to women without a documented indication raises questions about the evidence base and the monitoring of long-term safety.
Who’s affected
- clinicians who prescribe hormone therapy to women
- endocrinology and women's health researchers
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- #women's health
(MedPage Today) -- Testosterone use among females has risen since 2016 and is frequently prescribed without a documented diagnosis of hypoactive sexual desire disorder, the sole evidence-based indication. (Journal of Clinical Endocrinology &...