Bioidentical hormones are plant-based hormones that mimic the hormones produced by your body. If you are a candidate for testosterone therapy, your doctor will recommend the best method for administering the treatment. Healthcare providers can administer bioidentical testosterone therapy for men in different ways. These methods include:
Gels are applied to the skin on a daily basis
Pellets implanted under the skin every three to six months to provide consistent, long-term dosages
Patches are applied to the skin every day
A nasal gel is applied to each nostril three times a day
Oral/buccal patch that is placed above the incisor and should not be chewed or swallowed