Side effects of Intrinsa Patches

Whenever people buy any drug online, the first thing they see is what the benefits of that drug are, and then they move on to the section where they find out about the price and sources to buy the medication, the last thing they see is the side effects. We are even surprised to know that many people skip the ‘side effects’ part entirely.

Intrinsa Patches

Intrinsa is a testosterone patch, transdermal in nature. Thus, Intrinsa patch delivers sex hormone, testosterone via the skin into the bloodstream. Increased level of testosterone in blood means increased sexual feelings and desires.

Intrinsa side effects

In any medication you take, there are chances to experience certain side effects. Intrinsa too can cause side effects, however it is noted that everyone does not experience Intrinsa side effects.

Some of the common side effects of Intrinsa patches experienced by many women are - hair loss, enlargement of the clitoris, an increase in the amount of hair on the chin or upper lip, voice deepening or hoarseness, these side effects are generally mild to moderate in nature. These side effects of Intrinsa are reversible in nature; hence they will disappear once you stop taking Intrinsa.

1. The reason to experience these side effects is the active substance testosterone in Intrinsa. Testosterone was primarily thought to be a male sex hormone only. However, scientists found out that testosterone are found in women too and are responsible for sexual activities in them.
   
   
2. To obtain most benefit from Intrinsa and avoid side effects is you should self assess for increased acne, increased hair growth on your face, loss of hair, deepening of your voice or enlargement of your clitoris, which all could be signs of side effects of Intrinsa.
   
   
3. Another side effect you may is severe case of application site reaction. If you notice any skin reactions at the site of application such as redness, oedema, or blistering ask your doctor if he suggests the treatment be discontinued.

Common side effects of Intrinsa

The following side effects may occur very commonly at the site of the skin where the intrinsa patch is applied. The site application reactions are:

• rash
• irritation
• itching
• redness

Other side effects of Intrinsa

Several other side effects of Intrinsa are;

• increase in the amount of hair on the chin or upper lip
• hair loss
• acne
• migraine
• insomnia/inability to sleep properly
• voice deepening or hoarseness
• breast pain
• weight gain

If any of the above mentioned side effects become persistent, or if you notice any side effects of Intrinsa not listed here, inform your doctor.