T-Him Depot Injection
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Product introduction
T-Him Depot Injection 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.
T-Him Depot Injection is injected directly into the skin or muscles under the medical supervision of a doctor. The dose and how often you take the injection depends on what you are using it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include edema, swelling of ankles or feet, rapid weight gain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood, vomiting, increased erection of the penis, and injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness). 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 T-Him Injection
- Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Benefits of T-Him Injection
In Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone (male sex hormone). T-Him Depot Injection 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. T-Him Depot Injection 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 T-Him Injection
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 T-Him
- Weight gain
- Voice change
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Vomiting
- Edema (swelling)
- Feet swelling
- Ankle swelling
- Cough
- Hyperventilation (rapid breathing)
- Coughing up blood
- Increased erection
- Wheezing
How to use T-Him Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How T-Him Injection works
T-Him Depot Injection 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 T-Him Depot Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
T-Him Depot Injection 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
T-Him Depot Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
T-Him Depot Injection is not indicated for use in women.
T-Him Depot Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
T-Him Depot Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
T-Him Depot Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of T-Him Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of T-Him Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
T-Him Depot Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of T-Him Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of T-Him Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take T-Him Injection?
If you miss a dose of T-Him Depot Injection, 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.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed T-Him Depot Injection for the treatment of low testosterone levels.
- 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.
- 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 T-Him Depot Injection.
- 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
No
Therapeutic Class
SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS
Action Class
Androgens
Interaction with drugs
Taking T-Him with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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.
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.
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
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
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
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking T-Him Depot Injection
Once A Month
54%
Once A Week
23%
Once A Day
14%
Twice A Month
9%
What are you using T-Him Injection for?
Male hypogona*
63%
Others
37%
*Male hypogonadism
How much was the improvement?
Average
38%
Excellent
38%
Poor
24%
What were the side-effects while using T-Him Depot Injection?
No Side Effec*
55%
Breast pain
9%
Weight gain
9%
Injection sit*
9%
Acne
9%
*No Side Effect, Injection site pain
How do you take T-Him Injection?
With or witho*
80%
With food
20%
*With or without food
Please rate T-Him Depot Injection on price
Expensive
63%
Average
27%
Not Expensive
10%
FAQs
What is T-Him Depot Injection and what is it used for?
T-Him Depot Injection 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).
Can T-Him Depot Injection be used for body building purpose?
No, T-Him Depot Injection 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 T-Him Depot Injection is given externally, it may cause hormonal imbalance.
How long does it take for T-Him Depot Injection to show its effects?
While some of the effects of T-Him Depot Injection 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.
Who should not take T-Him Depot Injection?
T-Him Depot Injection 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 T-Him Depot Injection therapy?
The major health risks associated with the use of T-Him Depot Injection in men are heart attack, stroke, and prostatic carcinoma.
Will there be a problem if I am taking warfarin and have started T-Him Depot Injection?
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 T-Him Depot Injection, especially when starting and stopping T-Him Depot Injection. Talk to your doctor for advice.
Can T-Him Depot Injection have any harmful effect if I am a diabetic?
T-Him Depot Injection may decrease blood glucose levels, and therefore, the dose of antidiabetic medicines should be reduced. Consult your doctor for advice.
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