Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Patches
They deliver hormone replacement through the skin and are used to relieve menopause symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, and vaginal dryness.
Patches are available in various strengths and can be used alone (if you've had a hysterectomy) or with progestogen (if you still have a uterus).
Comparison of HRT Patch Options
| Patch Type |
Hormones Contained |
How It’s Used |
Benefits |
Potential Drawbacks |
Common NHS Brands |
| Oestrogen only Patch |
Oestrogen only |
Applied to skin once or twice weekly |
Relieves menopause symptoms. Lower risk of blood clots compared to tablets- Suitable for women who have had a hysterectomy |
Skin irritation at patch site
May peel off in hot weather or after bathing.
Visible on skin
|
Evorel®, Estradot® |
| Sequential Combined HRT |
Oestrogen continuously + progestogen part of the month |
Applied to skin once or twice weekly |
Provides womb protection for women with a uterus Mimics natural cycle (monthly bleed) Convenient two‑in‑one option |
Irregular bleeding or spotting.
Skin irritation.
Small increase in breast cancer risk with long‑term use
|
Evorel Sequi® |
| Continuous Combined HRT patches |
Oestrogen + progestogen every day |
Applied to skin once or twice weekly |
Provides continuous womb protection- No monthly bleed (periods usually stop) Convenient two‑in‑one option |
Breast tenderness, headaches, mood changes
Skin irritation
Small increase in breast cancer risk with long‑term use
|
Evorel Conti®, FemSeven Conti® |
If you have a uterus and are prescribed HRT, you must remain on progestogen alongside oestrogen.
Combined patches provide both hormones together in one convenient option.
Do not stop or change your HRT without medical advice
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