posted June 02, 2000 07:25 PM
Most Common Uses
Testosterone is a hormone used for replacement in males who are not producing proper amounts of testosterone for various reasons. This medication is also used in women to treat breast cancer and postpartum breast pain or engorgement.How to Use
This medication is given by injection into a muscle as prescribed. The short-acting forms are given 2 to 3 times a week and the long-acting forms are usually given every 2 to 4 weeks.Follow the dosing schedule carefully. Be sure to ask your doctor if you have any questions.
Possible Side Effects
This medication may cause stomach upset, headache, and acne. These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.Other side effects may include increased hair growth on the face and body, male pattern baldness, change in sex drive, anxiety, depression and pain or inflammation at the injection site. Males may experience enlargement of the breasts and increase in the frequency and duration of erections. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.Notify your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, swelling of the hands or feet (edema) or jaundice while taking this medication.In women this may cause menstrual irregularities, hoarseness, deepening of the voice, clitoral enlargement, increased facial hair growth, acne or thinning of hair. Notify your doctor if any of these effects occur.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including blood thinners, warfarin, or drugs used for diabetes.Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Notes
Serious, life-threatening side effects may result from the abuse of this medication. This must be used only for whom it was prescribed for the condition prescribed.Laboratory tests will be done periodically while taking this medication to monitor the effects.
If You Miss A Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage of This Product
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat, light and moisture as directed. Do not store in the bathroom. The vial may be warmed by rolling it in your hands to dissolve crystals if they form.
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