Combining cream and injection

[Fortunate]

I just find it weird that my libido and erections immediately get better but I have more fatigue. I need to stop overthinking it. But I have ptsd from how bad I used to feel so I’m scared to go backward lol

I don’t blame you, brother. I have felt pretty terrible at times. Cream has been the culprit for a number of those times. On the other hand, I’ve also felt pretty damn good on cream, although that was short-lived.

Maybe keep doing what you’re doing and try to draw some labs and see where you’re at to see if you can correlate with the fatigue. Maybe your levels are dropping by the time you feel that way?

 

[Charliebizz]

I don’t blame you, brother. I have felt pretty terrible at times. Cream has been the culprit for a number of those times. On the other hand, I’ve also felt pretty damn good on cream, although that was short-lived.

Maybe keep doing what you’re doing and try to draw some labs and see where you’re at to see if you can correlate with the fatigue. Maybe your levels are dropping by the time you feel that way?

It’s been amazing every time I use it for libido and erections. So doesn’t really make sense. How that can be amazing but overall I feel slightly worse. However my weird headaches I get on injections are better on cream too. I have pretty good thyroid labs but a lot of hypo symptoms especially low temps. Gonna give armour another try.

 

[Charliebizz]

I don’t blame you, brother. I have felt pretty terrible at times. Cream has been the culprit for a number of those times. On the other hand, I’ve also felt pretty damn good on cream, although that was short-lived.

Maybe keep doing what you’re doing and try to draw some labs and see where you’re at to see if you can correlate with the fatigue. Maybe your levels are dropping by the time you feel that way?

I do wonder if Some of us go through the cream quicker especially on the scrotum. I’ve seen the study that shows peak around 2 hours then the big drop happens at around 12. But my levels also swing faster than most even on injections. I’ve tested 8 hours after my 3rd 30mg shot for the week (90mg total) my levels were 900. Then 26 hours later 500.
however I’ve pretty much had this low grade fatigue I used to get when I wasn’t on trt since starting cream. i get this burning in my legs and forearms like I just worked out.

 

[DadOfSonNOVA]

Is it critical To always shower before applying cream? What if I don’t shower before use?

 

[eli]

Is it critical To always shower before applying cream? What if I don’t shower before use?

No. But having no hair or little hair on the sack is critical.

 

[Fortunate]

Gents, this is good discussion. I am currently trialing creams at different doses to see what works. I may consider a cream/injection combo. The only injection I ever tolerate is Xyosted. I have two theories on why that is, but won't digress.

I am considering Xyosted 50mg once a week and combining with cream. What I haven't decided is: should I do cream every day, or just towards the end of the week, when levels are dropping?

I have become a slave to physiologic habits (consistent sleep, caffeine, etc) because I tend to feel better that way. So, I am not sure how I'd do with cream on only certain days of the week. On the other hand, I worry a bit about feeling over the top if I did cream on the day of or after the injection.

@Dicky and @Smokey posted that they are doing daily cream and adding injections once or twice a week. Is everyone else here doing it this way? Please post what seems to work for you.

 

[Hspore]

I was hoping to revive this thread…. After 4 years on T Cyp and feeling declining results with libido, ed, etc., I’m wondering if the hybrid approach of injections with cream is still a ‘thing’ with those members who previously posted on this thread - and what their current status is…
TIA !

 

[Charliebizz]

I was hoping to revive this thread…. After 4 years on T Cyp and feeling declining results with libido, ed, etc., I’m wondering if the hybrid approach of injections with cream is still a ‘thing’ with those members who previously posted on this thread - and what their current status is…
TIA !

I was on cream for 3-4 years. It was a godsend in terms of getting me over the hump with trt. I was convinced that keeping my TT and ft 700-800 max was going to be the sweet spot. Cream really pushed my levels up and I thought it was the cream itself that was better for me. I was convinced I couldn't achieve the same feeling on injections. I eventually had to use a lot of cream to get my numbers where I feel good (1000-1200) that started to get really annoying. Plus I was starting to transfer to wife. Started back on injections with a much healthier amount then I ever used before. And I feel exactly the same. Smooth sailing.



That said when ever I change protocol higher dose or lower dose I get a big spike in libido. Eventually things come back to earth. Also testosterone is only part of the equation when it comes to libido. I'm sure if you threw a click or 2 of cream on top of your injections you would get a nice boost at first. But eventually you will level out. But why complicate matters. Stick with one form and don't be afraid to push up the dose a little more if your not getting desired results. But just remember testosterone isn't always the full answer for libido

I was hoping to revive this thread…. After 4 years on T Cyp and feeling declining results with libido, ed, etc., I’m wondering if the hybrid approach of injections with cream is still a ‘thing’ with those members who previously posted on this thread - and what their current status is…
TIA !