Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition : Testosterone(40mg)
Testosterone Undecanoate 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 tablets 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, diarrhea, stomach pain or discomfort, leg pain, dizziness, increased sweating, headache, acne, and breast enlargement in male. 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.
Testosterone Undecanoate 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. Testosterone Undecanoate 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.
The pharmacokinetics of testosterone, including its bioavailability, metabolism, biological half-life, and other parameters, differ by route of administration. Likewise, the potency of testosterone, and its local effects in certain tissues, for instance the liver, differ by route of administration as well.
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 Testosterone Undecanoate
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Diarrhea
Stomach discomfort
Increased sweating
Acne
Breast enlargement in male
Voice change
History of breast cancer.
Prostate cancer.
Uncontrolled heart failure.
Myocardial infarction or cerebrovascular accident within the past six months.
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea.
Hematocrit over 50%
Men planning fertility.
A palpable undiagnosed prostate nodule.
Testosterone Undecanoate 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.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule is not indicated for use in women.
Testosterone is FDA-approved as replacement therapy in men with low testosterone levels and those with symptoms of hypogonadism. Symptoms highly suggestive of hypogonadism include fewer or diminished spontaneous erections, decreased nocturnal penile tumescence, low libido, sparse beard growth, and shrinking testes.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking anti-diabetic medicines (insulin), anti-coagulants/blood thinners, and corticosteroids.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have prostate cancer, fluid retention/oedema, high calcium levels, or enlarged prostate.
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Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Testosterone Undecanoate 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
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Testosterone Undecanoate 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 Testosterone Undecanoate 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Q. Can Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule be used for body building purpose?
No, Testosterone Undecanoate 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 Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule is given externally, it may cause hormonal imbalance.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Testosterone Undecanoate 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.
Q. What are the common side effects of using Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule?
Common side effects of Testosterone Undecanoate 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.
Q. Who should not take Testosterone Undecanoate 40mg Capsule?
Testosterone Undecanoate 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.
