Hi,
I've already posted in the 'New' section and, if it might be useful will try and regularly update this thread outlining my experience on Tibolone.
So far I'm almost 7 weeks in and have found the following:
Taking before bedtime doesn't suit me. I seem to get an energy surge in the first 4-6hrs, which isn't good before bed/at night. I'm working on changing the time I take it - I've taken it at 2pm the past week and it seems much better.
Having an espresso in the morning is fine, in the evening makes me anxious and on edge at bedtime. This is really strange as previously I could have a coffee before bed and have no problems whatever.
Alcohol. I'm not a big drinker, but had half a bottle of wine (only 11%) last Saturday at a party, woke at 3am with what seemed like a hangover, and felt quite delicate in the morning. This is not an issue as I'd rather drop the wine & keep the Tibolone
Hair. I'm naturally fair with very fine hair and had noticed over the past year or 2, a reduction in body hair (I'd developed a pubic bald patch, rarely needed to shave my legs and armpits). I also can't remember when I needed to pluck my eyebrows. Well I have started to get a little bit of sprouting, still fine and fair.
Energy/ aches and pains. Took around 5-6 weeks before I saw an improvement. I still have days where I feel better than others, but it is improving.
A question:
I was told to continue with Vagifem and use Ovestin cream 1mg externally. I've stopped the Vagifem due to 'excessive moisture'
the Tibolone seems to be doing enough. I'm continuing with the Ovestin, but not sure if I'm using the correct amount. My gyanacologist said to use a 'blob' and rub it in externally. The tube is 15g and I've hardly used any from it. However, things are nice and comfortable down there, so I guess I can't be that far off the correct amount?
Hot flushes - maybe once a day, more likely when I get up but really minor compared to how it used to be.
Anxiety - I'm having the occasional anxious moment, usually when I'm trying to get to sleep and trying some relaxation exercises which are helping.
Well that's all for now, will update as time goes on.
Sooze