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Testosterone gel 1% is product used for hormone replacement therapy in men suffering from hypogonadism. Hypogonadism is low level of the male hormone testosterone. This condition includes symptoms like decreased interest in sex and impotence, fatigue, lowered mood, and decreases in lean body mass and bone density. Testosterone gel is applied daily to the skin and provides an especially convenient way of taking the hormone, which was previously administered only by injection or skin patch. Testosterone gel drug interactions Tell your doctor of all medication you may use, especially: oxyphenbutazone, beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), other skin products, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), insulin, oral diabetes medication (e.g., glyburide, metformin). Do not start or stop taking any medicine without pharmacist or doctor approval. Testosterone gel can affect the results of certain lab tests. Testosterone gel precautions Before using testosterone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; allergic to soy; or if you have any other allergies. This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: breast cancer (males), prostate cancer. Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, prostate problems (e.g., enlarged prostate or BPH), heart problems, kidney problems, diabetes, high cholesterol level, difficulty breathing during sleep (apnea), high blood pressure. Site of application on your skin can transfer Testosterone gel to other people during direct skin contact. Other people should avoid direct skin contact with the application site, or you can use protective clothing to cover the site. If you expect to have direct contact with someone else, you should wash the application site(s) with soap and water before the encounter. If anyone's skin directly contact the application site, the skin should be washed immediately. This is especially important for children and women (especially pregnant women). If Testosterone gel accidentally gets into your eye(s), rinse the eye(s) immediately with clean, warm water to flush out any of the Testosterone gel. Caution is advised when using Testosterone gel in elderly people because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug. Testosterone gel 1% is not intended to alleviate, treat, cure or mitigate in any way, conditions or symptoms related to hypogonadism. Testosterone gel should not be used as a substitute for medically supervised hormone replacement therapy. If you suspect you suffer from hypogonadism or clinically deficient testosterone levels, consult with qualified and licensed health-care professional. |
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