Testoviron Depot 250mg Ampoule Of 1ml Injection
Testoviron Depot 250 MG Description
Testoviron Depot 250 injection is a testosterone hormone replacement therapy. It is to be used with caution in the elderly and those with prostate problems. It is not recommended in children below 3
years of age. Testosterone is the male sex hormone responsible for the development of male reproductive organs (penis and testicles) and related sexual characteristics like the development of body and facial hear, deep voice, sexual drive. Testoviron depot is also important in the development of skeletal structure (bones and muscles). Some males who lack adequate quantities fail to have developed reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹441.45 |
You Save | ₹60.20 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Testosterone(250.0 Mg) |
Uses | Male Hormonal Therapy |
Side effects | Acne, weight gain, breast enlargement, changes in voice, pain at site of injection |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR MALE HYPOGONADISM |
Uses of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
- To treat deficiency of the male sex hormone 'Testosterone' in males (Hypogonadism) and provide relief from the symptoms of hormonal deficiency like delay in the development of sexual characteristics (delayed puberty), unable to achieve an erection, infertility, low sex drive, tiredness, weakened bones and mood swings....
- As supportive therapy for females who want to get their gender changed (female to male transsexuals).
Contraindications of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
- If you are allergic to the active ingredient, testosterone in Testoviron depot.
- If you have an allergy to peanut or soybean (as some inactive ingredients in this injection may worsen your allergy).
- If you have or suspect to have a tumour of the prostate gland.
- If you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
Side effects of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
- Acne
- Weight gain
- Enlargement of the breast in males
- Increase in size of the prostate gland
- Hair loss
- Disturbed sleep
- Decreased sperm production in males
- Increase in red blood cell and haemoglobin
- Pain at the site of injection
- Repression of periods/menstrual cycle in women
- Development of masculine characters like deep voice and increase in body and facial hair
Precautions and Warnings of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have or have ever experienced an allergy to testosterone medication.
- You are suffering from health conditions like breast cancer, endometrium cancer, kidney and/or lung cancer, kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, fits, migraine enlarged prostrate with difficulty in passing urine....
- You have a blood-related disorder like a condition wherein blood clots easily than normal which increases the chances of blood clots (thrombophilia).
- You are prone to blood clots in veins or are suffering from blood clotting disorders.
- You have high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia), overproduction of parathyroid hormone in the body (hyperparathyroidism).
- You have had never experienced an episode of heart attack or stroke.
- You are suffering from a condition of water built up in your body (oedema).
- You are suffering from a serious breathing disorder wherein the breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep (sleep apnoea) as your condition may get worse if you are using testosterone.
- It is recommended that electrolyte, haemoglobin and calcium levels along with prostrate should be regularly examined in those receiving this treatment.
Mode of Action of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
- Testoviron depot injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital/clinic.
- Do not self-inject, follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor/nurse.
Interactions of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Testoviron Depot 250 injection improve the sugar utilization in the body, thus a dose of insulin or other antidiabetic medications should be adjusted when used together. Hence, inform your doctor if you taking any antidiabetic medicines....
- This medicine enhances the action of blood-thinning medicines like warfarin, hence concomitant use should be done with caution.
- Concomitant use of Testoviron Depot 250 injection along with medicines used for inflammatory conditions (corticosteroids) may increase the risk of fluid built up in the body which is fatal if you are suffering from heart or kidney diseases....
Other general Interactions
Storage and disposal of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
- Store it in a cool and dry place below 30°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Discard any unused medicine.
Dosage of Testoviron Depot 250 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: DoesTestoviron Depot 250 injection cause depression?
Q: Will taking Testoviron Depot 250 injection cause weight gain?
Q: I am a teenage boy, I am very thin and my height is less than all of my friends, can I use testosterone to be helpful for me?
Q: Is taking the Testosterone as an injection safe?
Q: What are side effects of testoviron injection?
References
- Testosterone [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
- Sustanon 250, 250mg/ml solution for injection - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
- Sustanon 250, 250mg/ml solution for injection - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 2 May 2022]
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