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| Pronunciation |
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 (tes
TOS ter
one) |
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| Brand Names |
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| Androderm®; AndroGel®;
Delatestryl®; Depo®-Testosterone; Testim™;
Testoderm®; Testoderm® TTS [DSC]; Testoderm® with
Adhesive; Testopel® |
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| Therapeutic
Categories |
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Androgen |
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| Reasons not to take this
medicine |
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If you have an allergy to testosterone or any other part of this
medicine.
Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make
sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling
about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of
face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
If you have any of the following conditions: Breast cancer, enlarged
prostate gland, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, or prostate
cancer.
If you are pregnant or may be pregnant.
If you are breast-feeding. |
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| What is this medicine used
for? |
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This medicine is used to treat delays in male sexual development.
This medicine is used to treat low testosterone levels.
This medicine is used to treat breast
cancer. |
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| How does it work? |
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This medicine is used as a testosterone
replacement. |
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| How is it best taken? |
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All forms:
Wash hands before and after use.
Gel:
Apply to clean, dry, healthy skin on belly, shoulder, or upper arm.
Do not bathe, shower, or swim for 2 hours after applying.
Testoderm® Patch:
Apply patch to clean, dry scrotum once daily.
Shave hair at site before putting patch on.
Other patches:
Apply patch to clean, dry, healthy skin on back, belly, thigh, or
upper arm.
Injection:
This medicine is given as a shot into a
muscle. |
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| What do I do if I miss a
dose? |
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Use a missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and
return to your regular schedule.
Do not use a double dose or extra doses.
Do not change dose or stop medicine. Talk with healthcare
provider. |
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| What are the precautions when
taking this
medicine? |
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Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix
well with other medicines.
Avoid exposing another person to the gel or the treated area of your
skin. |
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| What are the common side effects
of this
medicine? |
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Breast enlargement.
Emotional ups and downs.
Flushing. Wearing layers of clothes or summer clothes and cool
environment may help.
Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care,
sucking hard candy, or chewing gum may help. |
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| What should I monitor? |
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Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the
same?
Check blood work regularly. Talk with healthcare provider.
Check blood pressure regularly.
Follow up with healthcare provider. |
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| Reasons to call healthcare
provider
immediately |
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If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center
immediately or dial 911.
Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest
tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of
face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Not hungry.
Penile erection that lasts longer than 4 hours.
Severe nausea or vomiting.
Swelling.
Unable to pass urine.
Very nervous and excitable.
Yellow skin or eyes.
Any rash.
No improvement in condition or feeling
worse. |
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| How should I store this
medicine? |
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Store at room temperature.
Protect from light. Protect patch from moisture. Do not store in a
bathroom or kitchen. |
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| General statements |
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Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's
medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products,
supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare
provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine,
including over-the-counter, natural products, or
vitamins. |
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