Andriol 40mg Capsule is a medicine used in the treatment of male hypogonadism caused due to low testosterone levels. It is only prescribed to men with known medical conditions. It helps in restoring the level of testosterone in the male body.

Andriol 40mg Capsule is best taken with food. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include increased red blood cells, weight gain, increased erections of penis, and injection site reactions such as pain, redness, and swelling. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some side effects may mean you should stop taking this medicine shortness of breath, frequent or persistent erections, and low sperm count.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor might perform regular blood tests to keep track of testosterone, and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels.

Uses of Andriol Capsule

Treatment of Male hypogonadism

Benefits of Andriol Capsule

In Treatment of Male hypogonadism

Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone (male sex hormone). Andriol 40mg Capsule injections help improve the level of testosterone in your body. This helps in maintaining better sex life, improve overall physical appearance, gives good mood and boost overall confidence. Andriol 40mg Capsule also helps in muscle building and development of bones. This treatment has few side effects so it is advisable to always take the injection under a doctor’s supervision only. You should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better.

Side effects of Andriol Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Andriol

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Increased erection

How to use Andriol Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Andriol 40mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Andriol Capsule works

Andriol 40mg Capsule is similar to the natural male hormone, testosterone. It works by replenishing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Lack of testosterone may cause various health problems including impotence, infertility, low sex drive, tiredness, depressive mood and bone loss.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Andriol 40mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Andriol 40mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Andriol 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Andriol 40mg Capsule is not indicated for use in women.

Driving

SAFE

Andriol 40mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Andriol 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Andriol 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Andriol 40mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Andriol 40mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Andriol Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Andriol 40mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Andriol 40mg Capsule for the treatment of low testosterone levels.
Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor red blood cells, liver function, testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels while taking Andriol 40mg Capsule.
Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as frequent or persistent erections, irritability, nervousness or weight gain after starting treatment with this medicine.
Your doctor will administer this injection into a muscle or skin.
Your doctor may monitor you for 30 minutes after your shot to make sure you do not develop breathing problems or get a severe allergic reaction due to the medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Androgens Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS

Action Class

Androgens

Interaction with drugs

Taking Andriol with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Ciclosporin (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause liver damage. Do not consume Ciclosporin with Testosterone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your liver function frequently.

Ciclosporin (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may cause liver damage. Do not consume Ciclosporin with Testosterone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your liver function frequently.

Metformin (Oral Route) Moderate

Testosterone may reduce the efficacy of Metformin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observati... More

Voglibose (Oral Route) Moderate

If taken together, Testosterone may disrupt the control over diabetes in individuals taking Voglibose. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels ... More

Glimepiride (Oral Route) Moderate

If taken together, Testosterone may disrupt the control over diabetes in individuals taking Glimepiride. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose level... More

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Patient concerns

Please tell if cernos 40mg tablets from sun pharma is equivalent of andriol testocaps. Andriol is out of stock and I am looking for a substitute. I don't want enthanate but undeconate version of testosterone as internet says it doesn't affect liver.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

I am not aware

The of Apollo hospital chennai recommend me cernos 40 but i use andriol 40 testocap as cernos 40 isnt available here. Now andriol is also not available here. What can i do or suggest me some alternative medicine.

Dr. Vinod Raina

Sexology

Take tab dasutra 30 mg 1od at night for thirty days with tab critizyme bd for thirty days

I have a erectile deficiency because of low testosterone. Andriol testocaps unavailable. Can you help me for that??

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Erectile problems can be happen to people at any age having issue like stress, fatigue, disturb relationship, anxiety, Ali a cohol, smoking and medical problems like High BP, Diabetes, obesity etc. My personal advice is lifestyle changes like exercising, losing weight, stopping smoking,curbing alcohol, don't wear tight pants, do pelvic kegal exercise. There are medications but they have side effects so i dont advice first. But i strongly recommend to start healthy life with some antioxidant vitamins and healthy diet. You may take vitamin like DHEA cap, L arginine and herbal ashwagandha capsule. Apply Himcolin gel. Concentrate on Yoga and meditation and also take help from your partner. Use these for couple of months if not improved do few blood tests like thyroid, sugar and testosterone and let me know.

Though over 70 years of age I have been physically ( including sexually ) and mentally active, with regular life. To keep youthfulness I have been taking 1 tab of Andriol Testocaps 40mg for quite some time. However, of late , this medicine is not available. Is there a substitute for it.?

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3.tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects

User feedback

Patients taking Andriol 40mg Capsule

Once A Day

50%

Twice A Day

42%

Thrice A Day

Alternate Day

What are you using Andriol Capsule for?

Male hypogona*

74%

Others

26%

*Male hypogonadism

How much was the improvement?

Poor

36%

Excellent

33%

Average

31%

What were the side-effects while using Andriol 40mg Capsule?

No Side Effec*

31%

Weight gain

23%

Injection sit*

15%

Hot flashes

Acne

*No Side Effect, Injection site pain

How do you take Andriol Capsule?

With food

50%

With or witho*

33%

Empty stomach

17%

*With or without food

Please rate Andriol 40mg Capsule on price

Expensive

48%

Not Expensive

38%

Average

14%

FAQs

Can Andriol 40mg Capsule be used for body building purpose?

No, Andriol 40mg Capsule should not be used for increasing muscle mass and physical ability in healthy individuals, as this may cause harmful effects when used inappropriately. Also, in healthy individuals, if Andriol 40mg Capsule is given externally, it may cause hormonal imbalance.

How and in what dose should I take Andriol 40mg Capsule?

It is recommended to take this medicine with food. The dose and duration for which you need to take this medicine is decided by your doctor depending on your exact medical condition. Make sure to follow the doctor’s advice. However, it is recommended to take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in the body.

What are the common side effects of using Andriol 40mg Capsule?

Common side effects of Andriol 40mg Capsule include increased red blood cells, weight gain, and increased or ongoing erection of the penis. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with the doctor.

Who should not take Andriol 40mg Capsule?

Andriol 40mg Capsule should not be given to men with breast cancer, prostate cancer and kidney disease. It should be avoided in patients who had or presently have liver cancer and in those who have increased levels of calcium in blood. It should not be used by females, children below 18 years, and elderly patients more than 65 years of age.

What are the major health risks associated with Andriol 40mg Capsule therapy?

The major health risks associated with the use of Andriol 40mg Capsule in men are heart attack, stroke, and prostatic carcinoma.

Can Andriol 40mg Capsule have any harmful effect if I am a diabetic?

Andriol 40mg Capsule may decrease blood glucose levels, and therefore, the dose of antidiabetic medicines should be reduced. Consult your doctor for advice.

Will there be a problem if I am taking warfarin and have started Andriol 40mg Capsule?

You should get blood tests done more frequently for checking your bleeding time (time taken to stop bleeding) when you are taking warfarin along with Andriol 40mg Capsule, especially when starting and stopping Andriol 40mg Capsule. Talk to your doctor for advice.

How long does it take for Andriol 40mg Capsule to show its effects?

While some of the effects of Andriol 40mg Capsule may start showing effects after 3 weeks, some may take longer. For example, effect on sexual interest appears after 3 weeks, while changes in erections/ejaculations may take up to 6 months.

What is Andriol 40mg Capsule and what is it used for?

Andriol 40mg Capsule is an injectable preparation which contains a synthetic form of testosterone (a male sex hormone). It is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone).

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