Testen-Depot 250 Injection
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Product introduction
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is a medication used to treat male hypogonadism caused by 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.
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is administered directly into the skin or muscles, generally under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose and how often you take the injection depends on your medical condition. Your doctor will decide how much medication 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 Testen-Depot 250 Injection include headache, depression, enlarged breasts, and other injection-site reactions. If these persist or worsen, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects. Other rare side effects of Testen-Depot 250 Injection include difficulty breathing, frequent erections, and a low sperm count.
Before using Testen-Depot 250 Injection, inform your doctor if you have a history of high blood pressure or any heart-related conditions. Let your doctor 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 may conduct regular blood tests to monitor testosterone and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels.
Uses of Testen Injection
- Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Benefits of Testen Injection
In Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone (male sex hormone). Testen-Depot 250 Injection helps increase testosterone levels in your body. This helps maintain a better sex life and improves mood, physical appearance, and overall confidence. Testen-Depot 250 Injection also supports muscle growth and bone development.
Side effects of Testen 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 Testen
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Breast tenderness in male
- Depression
How to use Testen Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Testen Injection works
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is similar to testosterone, the natural male hormone. 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Testen-Depot 250 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Testen-Depot 250 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
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
Testen-Depot 250 Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Testen-Depot 250 Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Testen-Depot 250 Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Testen-Depot 250 Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Testen-Depot 250 Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Testen Injection?
If you missed a dose of Testen-Depot 250 Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor will administer this injection into a muscle or the 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 Testen-Depot 250 Injection.
- Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as frequent erections, irritability, nervousness, or weight gain after starting treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgens Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS
Action Class
Androgens
Interaction with drugs
Taking Testen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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.
Concurrent use may cause liver damage.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations. Testosterone may reduce the efficacy of Metform
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If taken together, Testosterone may disrupt th
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If taken together, Testosterone may disrupt th
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Testen-Depot 250 Injection, and what is it used for?
Testen-Depot 250 Injection is a medicine that contains a synthetic form of the male sex hormone, testosterone. It is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone).
Can Testen-Depot 250 Injection be used for bodybuilding purposes?
No, Testen-Depot 250 Injection should not be used to enhance muscle mass or physical ability in healthy individuals, as improper use may lead to harmful effects. Additionally, external administration of Testen-Depot 250 Injection in healthy individuals can disrupt hormonal balance.
How long does it take for Testen-Depot 250 Injection to show its effects?
While some effects of Testen-Depot 250 Injection may become noticeable within 3 weeks, others may take longer. For instance, an increase in sexual interest may appear after 3 weeks, whereas changes in erections or ejaculation may take up to 6 months.
Who should not take Testen-Depot 250 Injection?
Testen-Depot 250 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 the 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 Testen-Depot 250 Injection therapy?
The major health risks associated with the use of Testen-Depot 250 Injection in men are heart attack, stroke, and prostatic carcinoma.
Will there be a problem if I am taking warfarin and have started Testen-Depot 250 Injection?
You should get blood tests done more frequently to check your bleeding time (time taken to stop bleeding) when you are taking warfarin along with Testen-Depot 250 Injection, especially when starting and stopping Testen-Depot 250 Injection. Talk to your doctor for advice.
Can Testen-Depot 250 Injection have any harmful effects if I am diabetic?
Testen-Depot 250 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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Country of origin: India
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