Testosterone nasal

Generic name: testosterone nasal [ tes-TOS-ter-own-NAY-sul ]
Brand name: Natesto
Dosage form: nasal gel (5.5 mg/0.122 g)
Drug class:Androgens and anabolic steroids

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Oct 25, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is testosterone nasal?

Testosterone is a naturally occurring male hormone necessary for many processes in the body.

Testosterone nasal (for use in the nose) is used to treat conditions in men that result from a lack of natural testosterone.

Testosterone will not enhance athletic performance and should not be used for that purpose.

Testosterone nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use testosterone nasal if you have prostate cancer or male breast cancer.

Testosterone nasal should not be used by a woman. Testosterone can cause birth defects in an unborn baby.

Misuse of testosterone can cause dangerous or irreversible effects. Never use more than your prescribed dose. Do not share this medicine with another person.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to testosterone nasal gel, or if you have:

• prostate cancer; or

• male breast cancer.

To make sure testosterone nasal is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• a history of problems with your sinuses or nasal passages;

• a history of surgery on your nose or sinuses;

• a broken nose (now or within the past 6 mont...