Testim

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

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testim Androgel Uses Testosterone gel is used to treat men with conditions of low testosterone hormone levels (e.g., hypogonadism). Testim 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. Testim may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of an overdose may include one- sided weakness, vision problems, or confusion. Photos use Testim 1 testosterone gel. TESTIM How To Use Testim comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about Testim. 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 Testim 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 Testim to the genitals (scrotum). Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after applying Testim. Testim 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 Testim 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 Testim 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 Testim in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of Testim. Testim 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 Testim. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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