Testosterone is a male hormone primarily used to treat deficiency or absence of naturally produced hormone testosterone in men (hypogonadal disorders). The conditions include,
Testicular diseases (primary hypogonadism) - diseases or conditions of testes, the organ that produces testosterone affecting secretion of testosterone.
Pituitary diseases (secondary hypogonadism) - diseases or conditions of pituitary gland or hypothalamus that produce hormones (gonadotropins) which stimulate release of testosterone.
In women, testosterone may be used as a treatment to improve quality of life in women with advanced breast cancer.
How it works
Testosterone is a hormone produced by the body and is essential for the growth, development, and functioning of the male sexual organs (including formation of sperms, maintenance of libido) and development of masculine characteristics (development of facial, chest, pubic hair; deepening of voice etc). Synthetic testosterone supplements work by replacing the testosterone that is normally produced in the body. When used to treat breast cancer, testosterone works by stopping the release of estrogen.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Adult: Oral capsules: initially 120 to 160 mg daily for 2 to 3 weeks; maintenance dose 40 to 120 mg daily based on the clinical effect obtained after initial therapy.
Children: Not recommended.
Common side effects
Acne, itching of skin,changes in skin color, mood swings, feeling depressed, changes in sexual drive, feeling nervous, anger and anxiety, pain, increase in number of red blood cells, increase in proteins called prostate specific antigen, prostate cancer, high blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, liver problems, painful or difficult urination, frequent urination, tenderness in breast, Enlarged breasts in men, weakness, muscle pain, low sperm count, prolonged and painful erection, changes in lipid levels.
Who should not take
Children aged below 3 years.
Do not take testosterone:
if you are allergic to testosterone or any other ingredients in the medicine.
if you have or suspected to have prostate cancer or breast cancer.
if you have a history of liver tumors.
if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. Testosterone can seriously harm the fetus.
if you are breast-feeding. Testosterone can seriously harm the nursing infant.
Testosterone is a male hormone primarily used to treat deficiency or absence of naturally produced hormone testosterone in men (hypogonadal disorders). The conditions include,
Testicular diseases (primary hypogonadism) - diseases or conditions of testes, the organ that produces testosterone affecting secretion of testosterone.
Pituitary diseases (secondary hypogonadism) - diseases or conditions of pituitary gland or hypothalamus that produce hormones (gonadotropins) which stimulate release of testosterone.
In women, testosterone may be used as a treatment to improve quality of life in women with advanced breast cancer.
How it works
Testosterone is a hormone produced by the body and is essential for the growth, development, and functioning of the male sexual organs (including formation of sperms, maintenance of libido) and development of masculine characteristics (development of facial, chest, pubic hair; deepening of voice etc). Synthetic testosterone supplements work by replacing the testosterone that is normally produced in the body. When used to treat breast cancer, testosterone works by stopping the release of estrogen.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Adult: Oral capsules: initially 120 to 160 mg daily for 2 to 3 weeks; maintenance dose 40 to 120 mg daily based on the clinical effect obtained after initial therapy.
Children: Not recommended.
Common side effects
Acne, itching of skin,changes in skin color, mood swings, feeling depressed, changes in sexual drive, feeling nervous, anger and anxiety, pain, increase in number of red blood cells, increase in proteins called prostate specific antigen, prostate cancer, high blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, liver problems, painful or difficult urination, frequent urination, tenderness in breast, Enlarged breasts in men, weakness, muscle pain, low sperm count, prolonged and painful erection, changes in lipid levels.
Who should not take
Children aged below 3 years.
Do not take testosterone:
if you are allergic to testosterone or any other ingredients in the medicine.
if you have or suspected to have prostate cancer or breast cancer.
if you have a history of liver tumors.
if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. Testosterone can seriously harm the fetus.
if you are breast-feeding. Testosterone can seriously harm the nursing infant.