Testogel 50 mg/5 g Transdermal gel.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 27 October 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Testosterone replacement therapy for male hypogonadism.
Dosage (summary)
5 g of gel (50 mg testosterone) applied once daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 24 hours, Duration: Steady state by day 2.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not indicated for use in women; avoid contact during pregnancy.
Key Drug Interactions
- Oral anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
- Diabetic medicine
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to testosterone
- Prostatic cancer
- Breast carcinoma
Common side effects
- Skin reactions
- Acne
- Dry skin
- Hypertension
Counselling Points
- Wash hands after application
- Avoid contact with children
- Cover application area after drying
Serious warnings
- Increased cardiovascular risk
- Potential for prostate cancer progression
- Risk of thromboembolism
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