Testogel
This medicine contains testosterone and is used to treat testosterone deficiency in adult men.
Form
Transdermaaligeeli, annospussi
Strength
40.5 mg/annos
Active Ingredient
Testosterone
Manufacturer
Laboratoires Besins International
How to Use
Dosage
One sachet (2.5 g gel, containing 40.5 mg testosterone) once daily, preferably in the morning.
Method
Squeeze the entire contents of the sachet onto clean, dry, and healthy skin on your upper arms and shoulders, let it dry for 3-5 minutes before dressing, and wash your hands with soap and water; do not apply to genitals.
Important
Maximum of two sachets (5 g gel, containing 81 mg testosterone) per day, as directed by your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Skin irritation
- •Dry skin
- •Acne
RARE
- •Headache
- •Hair loss
- •Breast pain, tenderness, or enlargement
- •Prostate changes
- •Diarrhea
- •Dizziness
- •Increased blood pressure
- •Mood changes
- •Increased red blood cell count (including hematocrit and hemoglobin)
- •Changes in blood fat levels
- •Skin hypersensitivity
- •Stinging sensation
- •Memory impairment
Important Warnings
- Do not use this medicine if you have or suspect prostate or breast cancer.
- Do not use if you are allergic to testosterone or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- Women and children must not use this medicine and should avoid contact with treated skin areas.
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after applying the gel and cover the treated area with clothing.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart, liver, or kidney problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, or blood clotting disorders.