Generic name: testosterone implant [ tes-TOS-ter-one ]
Brand name: Testopel Pellets
Dosage form: subcutaneous implant (75 mg)
Drug class:Androgens and anabolic steroids
What is testosterone?
Testosterone is a naturally occurring sex hormone produced in a man's testicles.
Testosterone implants are used in men and boys to treat conditions caused by a lack of testosterone.
Testosterone implants are not for use in treating low testosterone due to getting older. Testosterone implants have not been shown to be safe and effective for enhancing athletic performance.
Testosterone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not be treated with testosterone implant if you have prostate cancer or male breast cancer.
Before taking this medicine
You should not be treated with this medicine if you have:
prostate cancer; or
male breast cancer.
Being treated with testosterone implants may increase your risk of enlarged prostate or prostatic cancer. Ask your doctor about your individual risk.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart problems;
liver disease; or
kidney disease.
Testosterone implants are not for use in women, and should never be used in a pregnant woman. Testosterone can harm an unborn baby.
