Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Why should you bother for this?

What is Testosterone? 

Testosterone is the primary androgenic hormone which is responsible for normal growth and

development of male sex organs and maintenance of secondary sex characteristics

What Causes Testosterone Deficiency?

When the testes fail to produce normal levels of testosterone (Male: 300 -1,000 ng/dL) hypogonadism results.

Primary Hypogonadism Secondary Hypogonadism

Due to testicular failure i.e. when testosterone levels are low and pituitary gonadotropins are elevated

When there is inadequate secretion of pituitary gonadotropins, LH and FSH, to stimulate testosterone production in the testes.

Proper Diagnosis is Important

Abnormalities at birth

Current status of sexual function 

Sexual characteristics, such as beard growth, muscular strength, and energy level

A medical history, physical exam, and the proper laboratory evaluation are necessary with regards to –

Know Essential Laboratory Diagnosis

The following tests should be done in the morning.

FSH, LH, SHBG, Total and Free Testosterone, DHEA and Estradiol

What Testosterone Treatment can do

Improves libido and erectile function

Improves energy and mood

Enhances body composition by increasing muscle strength and reducing adipose

Increases body density

Impose positive effects on fatigue, mood, and sexual function

Types of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

2. Oral agents - may cause elevations in liver function tests and abnormalities at liver scan and

biopsy. Due to it's potential for hepatotoxicity, these formulations are not recommended for

clinical use.

1. Intramuscular injection - an intramuscular injection of 200 to 300 mg testosterone

enanthate is generally sufficient to produce serum testosterone levels

3. Transdermal Vehicle - a daily dosage ranging from 10mg to 200mg per ml in the early morning hours is efficient to provide

adequate testosterone level

NOTE:

It is recommended that you administer testosterone twice a day - Once upon waking (5am to 7am) and again in the mid day (1 to 4pm).

Here at Empower Pharmacy the most common and effective dosage routes are available as injectable and

transdermal dosage forms.

Monitor Your Testosterone Level

Is there any changes in the clinical symptoms and signs of testosterone deficiency such as acne and increase in breast size and tenderness?

Check your serum testosterone levels between 5 to 7 hours after application of a transdermal delivery systems

Always speak to your prescribing physician before initiating treatment and check your Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

and hematocrit level during testosterone therapy….

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