Testosterone Topical Sachets
The product is indicated to support hormone levels in patients with clinically diagnosed testosterone deficiency.
Strengths: 1%
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Testogel; Tostran
- Therapeutic class
Androgen
- Pharmacological class
Androgen
- Minor side effects
application site reactions; skin irritation; acne
- Moderate side effects
increased blood pressure; changes in lipid profile; haematocrit changes
- Dosage forms
Gel
- Administration route
Cutaneous use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Besins Healthcare
- Onset Time
1–3 weeks
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature away from heat sources.
- Drug interactions
oral anticoagulants; corticosteroids
- Age restrictions
Restricted to adult males.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use is contraindicated. Breastfeeding: Not applicable.
Contraindications
known or suspected prostate cancer; known or suspected breast cancer in men; hypersensitivity to testosterone
Precautions and warnings
avoid contact with women and children; wash hands thoroughly after application; monitor prostate-specific antigen levels; may require periodic blood monitoring
Serious side effects
venous thromboembolism — requires immediate medical attention; worsening of sleep apnoea — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
The product is indicated to support hormone levels in patients with clinically diagnosed testosterone deficiency.
Mechanism of action
Testosterone supplementation provides exogenous androgen to restore physiological hormone levels in men with primary or secondary hypogonadism, supporting maintenance of muscle mass, bone density, and standard metabolic function.
Testosterone Topical Sachets
The product is indicated to support hormone levels in patients with clinically diagnosed testosterone deficiency.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Testosterone
- Listed indication(s): Hypogonadism
Available option
- 15 sachets - 1 %1145-1-pct-13566