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Testogel
ships from the UK. Cernos Gel ships from India. Both are equivalent
to Androgel.
AndroGel
(testosterone)
is an androgenic hormone used to treat hypogonadism, or abnormally
low levels of testosterone.
Low testosterone levels is thought to be relatively common in male
populations, but often undiagnosed due to failure to recognize
symptoms, or embarrassment in discussing them.
Causes of reduced testosterone are widely varied and may include
multiple factors. In some cases the cause can be identified and
cured; in others testosterone replacement will be needed long-term.
Either way, AndroGel can help boost levels of the hormone to normal
ranges.
Symptoms of Hypogonadism
Testosterone plays a huge role in the development and health of
male characteristics, such as a deep voice, facial hair and lean
muscle mass. It also effects mood and libido.
More noticeable symptoms of low testosterone levels
include:
- Hair loss or reduced growth
- Higher-pitched voice
- Weight gain
- Loss of muscle mass
- Lack of energy
- Apathy, depression
- Mood swings
- Reduced sex drive
- Erectile dysfunction
Symptoms
often develop gradually and are dismissed as natural aging, rather
than brought to the attention of a doctor. Testosterone levels can
be checked with a simple blood test.
Restoring Testosterone with AndroGel
AndroGel comes in single-dose sachets containing a gel which holds
5 mg of testosterone. The gel is applied topically to the skin,
where the testosterone is absorbed into the bloodstream where it
can be utilized by the body.
The vast majority of patients are prescribed 5 mg, or one sachet,
daily.
Application is simple, but does require some care:
- Extinguish cigarettes and any nearby flames; AndroGel is
flammable until it dries.
- Gently rub the entire contents of one AndroGel sachet into
clean, dry skin on the shoulders, upper arms, or abdomen.
- Do not apply to other areas; painful skin irritation may
result, particular on mucus membranes or the sensitive skin around
genitals.
- Wait several minutes for gel to dry before covering with
clothing or allowing it to come into contact with other
surfaces.
- Thoroughly wash hands and any surfaces the gel came into
contact with. Dispose of sachets and any contaminated materials in
a location secure from pets, children, or accidental contact.
- When dry, cover the application site with clothing, and keep it
covered until medication is washed off. Small, residual traces of
the gel may transfer to other surfaces and then to other people,
which may be harmful. Likewise avoid skin contact with any other
people or animals while medication is present.
- Wait at least two hours before washing the application site
with soap and water, to allow the medication time to be fully
absorbed.
- Take care that the clothing used to cover the application site
is kept out of contact with other people and pets until
washed.
- If others do come into contact with AndroGel, wash immediately
with soap and water. If the other person is pregnant or more than a
trace amount was handled, seek medical advice.
- Applying more than a single dose can produce harmful side
effects; it's helpful to apply AndroGel at the same time each day
so dose intervals are evenly spaced.
- A missed dose should be skipped entirely.
Some effects of AndroGel use may be noticable within days, but in
most cases it will take a few months of consistent treatment for
the body to fully adjust to its new hormone levels.
Preventing Harmful Contact
Because this product is designed to be easily absorbed into the
skin, even brief, accidental contact with residual traces can
effect others. Of most concern are young children and pregnant
women, as testosterone can be extremely disruptive to
still-developing bodies.
In adult women who aren't pregnant, contact may still cause
unpleasant side effects such as a deepening voice or facial hair.
It's critical that extreme care be taken to avoid accidental
contact with all members of the household.
(Similar to Axiron, ANDROFORTE)