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Testosterone Cypionate in Miami, FL Testosterone Cypionate is available in different forms and under the following brand names: Testosterone Cypionate (Depo-Testosterone) Testosterone enanthate (Delatestryl) Testosterone undecanoate (Aveed) Testosterone Cypionate (Depo-Testosterone) Testosterone cypionate is an injectable solution with a brand name known as Depo-Testosterone. It is the most common form of testosterone injection given to males with low testosterone. Testosterone cypionate is given into the muscle. It is a prescription drug and you’re allowed to self-inject this drug after your doctor must have shown you how to do so. Testosterone cypionate is used to treat symptoms of low testosterone in males. Symptoms of low testosterone in males include erectile dysfunction, mood changes, poor concentration, low bone density, reduced muscle mass, low sex drive, hot flashes, reduced growth of penis and testicles, breast growth, loss of body hair, etc. How Testosterone Cypionate Works Testosterone cypionate belongs to a class of drugs called androgens and it works by replacing the testosterone that your body is unable to produce. Testosterone Cypionate Side Effects Common side effects Common side effects may stop within a few days or weeks. Talk to your doctor if side effects get worse and don’t go away. Pain Swelling at the injection site Headache Mood swings Gynecomastia (breast enlargement) More frequent erections Erections that last longer than normal Enlargement of the prostate gland Symptoms of enlargement of the prostate gland can include: Frequent or urgent need to urinate Urinating more frequently at night Trouble starting urination Weak urine stream Dribbling at the end of urination Straining while urinating Inability to empty your bladder completely Prostate cancer Prostate cancer may have no symptoms at its early stage. Symptoms usually begin to develop when the cancer is at its advanced stage. Symptoms that may develop include: Difficulty urinating Weak urine stream Blood in the urine Blood in the semen Bone pain Unexplained weight loss Erectile dysfunction Liver problems Symptoms of liver problems can include: Nausea Vomiting Stomach pain and swelling Swelling in the legs and ankles Increased risk of bruising Pale-colored stool Unusual or unexplained tiredness Loss of appetite Dark-colored urine Yellowing of the skin The white area of the eyes turns yellow Deep vein thrombosis Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis can include: Swelling of the leg Pain in the leg Skin coloration on the leg armth feeling on the leg Pulmonary embolism Symptoms of pulmonary embolism can include: Shortness of breath Chest pain or discomfort Feeling lightheaded or dizzy Fast pulse Coughing up blood Polycythemia - an increase in the red blood cell count Symptoms of polycythemia can include: Reddening of the face Headaches Tiredness Confusion Stroke Blood clots Decreased mental alertness Interactions Testosterone cypionate may interact with other medications, vitamins, supplements or herbs that you may be taking. Interaction of testosterone cypionate with other medications can increase the risk of side effects or prevent it from working effectively. Examples of drugs that testosterone cypionate can interact with include: Insulin and oral diabetes drugs, such as: Nateglinide Pioglitazone Repaglinide Rosiglitazone Metformin Glimepiride Glipizide Sitagliptin Saxagliptin Linagliptin Exenatide Liraglutide Taking these drugs together with testosterone cypionate may cause a significant decrease in your blood sugar levels. Your blood sugar levels will need to be closely monitored while taking any of these drugs together with testosterone cypionate. Oral blood thinners, such as warfarin Taking these drugs together with testosterone cypionate may increase your risk of bleeding. You need to be closely monitored if you’re taking blood thinners with testosterone cypionate. Corticosteroids and adrenocorticotropic hormone Taking these drugs with testosterone cypionate can increase your risk of edema. You need to be closely monitored for fluid build-up if you’re taking these drugs together with testosterone cypionate. Testosterone Cypionate Warnings To prevent side effects or complications, there are certain people who shouldn’t use testosterone cypionate. Allergy warning Testosterone cypionate can cause a severe allergic reaction. You shouldn’t take testosterone cypionate again if you’ve had an allergic reaction to it before. Complications and even death may occur if you take it again. Symptoms of an allergy can include: Trouble breathing Swelling of your throat or tongue Call your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms after taking the drug. Individuals with liver problems Testosterone cypionate can cause liver damage. It could lead to serious liver disease. It can cause salt and water retention in people with liver problems. People with liver problems shouldn’t take this drug. Individuals with kidney problems Testosterone cypionate may cause salt and water retention in people with kidney problems or a history of kidney disease. Taking this drug can make your condition worse if you have kidney problems. Individuals with prostate cancer Testosterone cypionate may worsen prostate cancer. Do not take this drug if you have prostate cancer. Individuals with heart problems Testosterone cypionate can cause salt and water retention in individuals with heart problems. If you have heart problems, taking this medication can make your condition worse. Individuals with breast cancer Testosterone cypionate can worsen breast cancer. Avoid taking this medication if you have breast cancer. Individuals with sleep apnea Testosterone cypionate may make sleep apnea get worse. It may make you wake up more often at night. Consult your doctor to know if this drug is good for you if you have sleep apnea. Individuals with high cholesterol levels Testosterone cypionate may increase cholesterol levels. Very high cholesterol levels may increase the risk of heart or blood vessel problems. If your cholesterol level is already high, you may not be able to take this drug. Your doctor should closely monitor your cholesterol levels while you take this drug. Individuals with diabetes Testosterone cypionate may cause a significant decrease in blood sugar levels. Your blood sugar levels need to be closely monitored while on this drug. Individuals with blood clots Testosterone cypionate may increase the risk of developing blood clots in the lungs or in the deep veins of the legs. Individuals with a history of blood clots are more at risk of this condition. Individuals with polycythemia Testosterone cypionate may significantly increase red blood cell count. It could also worsen the condition of individuals with polycythemia. Pregnant women Testosterone cypionate is a category X pregnancy drug and should never be used when pregnant. Seniors Testosterone cypionate shouldn’t be used to treat age-related decreases in testosterone. Individuals that are older than 65 years may be at higher risk of heart disease, prostate cancer, and enlarged prostate while taking this drug. Children Cypionate hasn’t been confirmed safe and effective for use in children younger than 12 years. This drug may affect bone growth in children and can cause bones to mature more quickly than normal without a resulting increase in height. This can cause children to become shorter in height. Testosterone Cypionate Dosage Your dosage and how often you should take the drug will depend on various factors such as: Your age The condition that is being treated How severe your condition is Medical conditions that you may have How your body reacted to the first dose Testosterone cypionate form and strength Drug form: injectable solution Drug strength: 100 mg/mL, 200 mg/mL Adult dosage (ages 18 years and older) Typical starting dosage: Dosage will be decided based on your needs. Typically, 50–400 mg will be injected into your muscle every 2–4 weeks. Dosage increases: Dosage will be adjusted based on your testosterone blood levels, response to the drug, and side effects that you may have experienced. Maximum dosage: 400 mg will be injected into your muscle every 2 weeks. Dosage for children (ages 12–17 years) Typical starting dosage: A child’s dosage depends on the child’s age and diagnosis. Dosage will be decided based on the child’s needs. Typically, a dosage of 50–400 mg will be injected into the child’s muscle every 2–4 weeks. Dosage increases: Dosage will be adjusted based on the testosterone blood levels of the child, response to the drug, and side effects that may have developed. Maximum dosage: A dosage of 400 mg will be injected into the child’s muscle every 2 weeks. Dosage for children (ages 0–11 years) Cypionate is not clinically confirmed safe and effective for use in children younger than 12 years. Hence, children younger than 12 years old shouldn’t use the drug. Precautions and Directions Cypionate is used for long-term treatment and serious risks or complications can develop if not taken as prescribed. This medication may not work as well if you stop taking it without a reason or without your doctor’s direction. You need to take cypionate as prescribed and in the required dosage for it to work well. Failure to do so may make the medication not to work well and you may still have symptoms of low testosterone. Take this medication as scheduled and don’t miss doses. If you do otherwise, the medication may not work as well or may completely stop working. A certain amount of this medication needs to be in your body at all times for it to work effectively. In case you miss a dose, don’t combine two doses at once in an effort to make up for the dose you missed. Combining two doses could lead to complications. Instead, inform your doctor. Excess dosage If you take this medication in excess, you could have dangerous levels of it in your body which could be counterproductive. Side effects and complications may develop. Side effects or complications that may develop include: Acne Headaches Mood swings Pain and swelling at the injection site Hair growth Breast enlargement Frequent erections Erections that last longer than normal Decrease in sperm count Other forms of testosterone injection For Adults (18 years and above) Testosterone enanthate: A dosage of 50-400 mg will be injected into a muscle every 2-4 weeks. Testosterone undecanoate: A dosage of 750 mg initial dose will be injected into a muscle. The dosage of 750 mg will be repeated after 4 weeks. For children (12 - 17 years) Testosterone enanthate: A dosage of 50-400 mg will be injected into a muscle every 2-4 weeks. Testosterone undecanoate: A dosage of 750 mg initial dose will be injected into the child’s muscle. The dosage will be repeated after 4 weeks. Testosterone Injection Dosage Chart Generic Name Brand Name Dosage Testosterone cypionate Depo-testosterone 50–400 mg every 2–4 weeks. Maximum dosage of 400 mg every 2 weeks. Testosterone Enanthate Delatestryl 50-400 mg every 2-4 weeks. Testosterone undecanoate Aveed 750 mg initial dose. The dosage of 750 mg will be repeated after 4 weeks.

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