Cardiovascular
Menopause and blood clots (VTE)
Baseline VTE risk plus formulation determines individual risk. Transdermal is the safer default.
Key points
- Transdermal safer
- Screen personal/family Hx
- Hematology if unclear
Frequently asked questions
Family history of clots?
Consider factor V Leiden testing; use transdermal.
Any HRT after DVT?
Case-by-case with hematology.
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Medically reviewed by Kindr Health Clinical Team · Last reviewed 2026-06-19. Compounded medications are prepared by FDA-registered 503A pharmacies and are not FDA-approved drug products.