I’m thinking of taking my dosage of 6mg a day down to 4mg a day so I can stockpile 2mg each day in case of an emergency. Or maybe every other day to stockpile 1mg each day.

I’m worried though about it negatively affecting me mentally, but I also know that if I do run out and don’t have a stockpile, it’ll be much worse.

Or maybe I could ask my doctor to prescribe me extra so I can stockpile without reducing my dosage?

Anyways, what are your thoughts on doing this? I know Erin Reed recently put out an article which mentioned it being done (which is what inspired me to make this post).

  • Tiefling IRL@lemmy.blahaj.zone
    12·
    3 days ago

    I’ve done this before. It really depends on how far into transition you are, obviously not recommended.

    I’m as terrified of losing access to my healthcare as you are. My plan right now is to try to switch to injections since they’re easier to stockpile. I also want to ask my Endo for a double dose, explaining that it’s just so I can stockpile.

    • Lumelore (She/her)@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      7·
      3 days ago

      Thanks for the reply! I’m a few months over a year in. I did recently get my e prescription filled, so I’ll probably have to wait a bit, but I do agree that switching to injections is probably a good idea since they seem easier to stockpile.