Testosterone
Description
Testosterone is a hormone naturally present in your body and is responsible for
maintaining reproductive health, fertility, bone, and muscle mass in men. Its deficiency can be confirmed through some lab tests and symptoms like reduced sex drive, infertility, impotence, hair loss, and weak bones and muscles. Your doctor will prescribe the appropriate dose of this medicine based on your body's needs. Do not take this medicine without your doctor's advice, as it may cause serious health problems.
Uses
- For the treatment in men with low levels of testosterone causing-
- Impotence caused by hormonal disorders.
- Infertility caused due to an insufficient number of sperms.
- Decreased sex drive, decreased mental and physical activity.
- Weak bones (osteoporosis) due to testosterone deficiency.
- After removal of testicles (castration or a similar problem called eunuchoidism).
Contraindications
When should one not use Testosterone
If you are allergic to testosterone.
If you have or suspect a cancer of the prostate or breasts.
If you suffer from liver cancer.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Weight gain
- Mood swings
- Swelling on ankles and foot
- Feeling sick (nausea)
- Acne
- Itching
- Muscle pain
- High blood pressure
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Testosterone during pregnancy?
A:
Testosterone is indicated for use in males, hence do not use this medicine for women in any case.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Testosterone while breastfeeding?
A:
Do not take Testosterone if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Testosterone?
A:
Yes, you can drive if you feel comfortable, Testosterone does not affect your driving ability.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Testosterone?
A:
Alcohol is not known to interact with this medicine. However, if you consume alcohol too often discuss it with your doctor.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have breast cancer which has spread to the bones.
- You suffer from kidney or lung cancer.
- You suffer from a heart, kidney or liver disease.
- You have high blood pressure.
- You are diabetic.
- You have a complaint of migraine, headaches or fits.
- You have difficulty passing urine.
- You suffer from blood clotting problems - an abnormality of blood coagulation that increases the risk of blood clots in blood vessels (thrombophilia).
- You have risk factors that increase your risk for blood clots in a vein or previous history of clots in vein habits like smoking, obesity, immobility. If one of your immediate family has had a blood clot in the leg, lung or another organ....
- You are below 18 years of age.
- You have to participate in a sports event, this medicine gives a positive DOPE test.
- Do not use this medicine without the doctor's prescription as overuse or misuse may lead to serious health issues and dependence.
- Sudden stopping of this medicine may lead to withdrawal symptoms, do not stop this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
When there is a deficiency of naturally occurring testosterone in the body, Testosterone helps in maintaining its normal levels by providing the required amount of testosterone hormone to overcome the deficiency symptoms like impotence, infertility, reduced sex drive, tiredness, mood swings and loss of bone and muscle mass....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of following medicines may decrease the action of Testosterone-
- Insulin or other medicines for diabetes.
- Medicines called blood thinners (warfarin, ecosprin).
- Blood levels of the following medicines can be affected when given along with testosterone-
- Antibiotics such as rifampicin.
- Medicines for fits (barbiturates, carbamazepine, dichloralphenazone, phenylbutazone,
- phenytoin and primidone).
- Medicines containing steroids or other hormones (prednisolone, hydrocortisone) should be given judiciously as concomitant use may lead to increased water retention in the body.
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions.
Dosage
Overdose
If you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Testosterone for generalised weakness?
A: No, you should not take Testosterone just for weakness. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine after clinical and laboratory evaluation if needed for you. Avoid self-medication and misuse of this medicine may lead to serious health issues.
Q: Can I use Testosterone for hairfall?
A: Not every hair fall are caused by testosterone deficiency. Do not self-medicate. Take it only if it is considered essential and prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Testosterone for body building?
A: Testosterone should not be taken unless it is specifically prescribed by your doctor, to correct the testosterone hormonal deficiency in the body.
Q: How should I take Testosterone?
A: Testosterone comes in many forms—gels, injections, capsules, patches, and creams.
Follow only your doctor’s instructions on how and when to use your specific form. Do not change the dose on your own.
Q: Are there any common side effects?
A: Possible side effects may include:
Acne or oily skin
Mood changes
Increased body hair
Changes in libido
Swelling of legs
Injection site pain (if using injections)
These are not experienced by everyone. If any symptom worries you, contact your doctor.
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