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Drug Guide    A   androgel

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Androgel
Testosterone Gel Packet-Top


Testosterone gel is used to treat men with conditions of low testosterone hormone levels (e.g., hypogonadism). Androgel should not be used in women.


 
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  Androgel images:
androgel prescription drug /side effects/Testosterone Gel Packet-Top ANDROGEL pic 1
androgel prescription drug /side effects/Testosterone Gel Packet-Top AndroGel, Testosterone gel, side pic 2
androgel prescription drug /side effects/Testosterone Gel Packet-Top pic 3
androgel prescription drug /side effects/Testosterone Gel Packet-Top The testosterone in AndroGel is the pic 4
androgel prescription drug /side effects/Testosterone Gel Packet-Top 1 box of Androgel contains 30 pic 5
androgel prescription drug /side effects/Testosterone Gel Packet-Top androgel packet pic 6

Overview Photos How To Use Side Effects Precautions Missed Dose Drug Interactions

androgel

Uses
Testosterone gel is used to treat men with conditions of low testosterone hormone levels (e.g., hypogonadism). Androgel should not be used in women.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Androgel may be harmful if swallowed.
  • Symptoms of an overdose may include one- sided weakness, vision problems, or confusion.

Photos
ANDROGEL
ANDROGEL
AndroGel, Testosterone gel, side
AndroGel, Testosterone gel, side
The testosterone in AndroGel is the
The testosterone in AndroGel is the
1 box of Androgel contains 30
1 box of Androgel contains 30
androgel packet
androgel packet

How To Use
  • Androgel comes with a patient information leaflet.
  • Read it carefully.
  • Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about Androgel.
  • Open the medication packet or tube.
  • Squeeze the entire contents or a portion of the packet into your hand.
  • If only a portion of the gel is squeezed from the packet at a time, be sure to repeat until the entire contents of the packet are used unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
  • Apply the medication as directed to the clean, dry skin of the shoulders or upper arms once daily in the morning; or use as directed by your doctor.
  • Certain brands of Androgel may also be applied to the lower stomach (abdomen).
  • Check your patient information leaflet or ask your pharmacist if your brand may be applied to the lower stomach (abdomen).
  • Avoid applying gel to skin with open sores or to broken, irritated skin.
  • Do not apply Androgel to the genitals (scrotum).
  • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after applying Androgel.
  • Androgel should be dry on the skin before getting dressed.
  • Wait 6 hours after applying the gel before you shower or swim.

Side Effects
  • Nausea, vomiting, headache, hair loss, change in sexual drive, or redness/swelling/change in color of the skin, or acne may occur.
  • If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: swelling (edema), trouble breathing (including very slow or shallow breathing), trouble urinating.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, breast pain or enlargement, mental/mood changes, weight gain, change in size or shape of the testicles.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: low blood sugar (symptoms such as shakiness, nervousness, rapid pulse, sweating).
  • If you experience a painful or prolonged erection (lasting longer than 4 hours), stop using testosterone and seek immediate medical attention.
  • Permanent impotence could result if the condition is not treated promptly.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Androgel is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions: 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, any allergies (especially to soy).
  • The application site on your skin can transfer Androgel to others during direct skin contact.
  • Other persons should avoid direct skin contact with the application site, or you can use protective clothing to cover the site.
  • Should anyone s skin directly contact the application site, their skin should be washed immediately with soap and water.
  • Caution is advised when using Androgel in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of Androgel.
  • Androgel should not be used in women.
  • Women must avoid direct skin contact with a male s testosterone application site if the woman is pregnant, may be pregnant, or is breast-feeding.
  • Testosterone may be absorbed into her bloodstream and cause fetal harm.
  • Discuss the risks with your doctor.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other skin products, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), insulin, oral diabetes medication (e.g., glyburide, metformin), oxyphenbutazone, blood thinners (e.g., warfarin).
  • This product can affect the results of certain lab tests.
  • Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you use Androgel.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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User Medicine Opinions for androgel
Overall: 1 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 19
Location: new york
Time Taken: 7 months months

Reason: i thought i would help my baby boy inside me become stronger Date: 17 August 2008
Side Effects
lots of sickness, spent many months in hospital.

Additional Thoughts
horrible, caused my baby to die

Overall: 3 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 68
Time Taken: 669 days

Reason: Low T Date: 20 November 2007
Side Effects
None

Additional Thoughts
It is easy to apply and I am waiting for its affect on me.

CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.

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