Generic name:testosterone oral [ tes-TOS-ter-one ]
Drug class:Androgens and anabolic steroids
What is Jatenzo?
Jatenzo is a liquid filled capsule containing testosterone. Testosterone is a naturally occurring sex hormone produced in a man's testicles. Small amounts of testosterone are also produced in a woman's ovaries and adrenal system.
Jatenzo is a prescription medicine used as a hormone replacement therapy in adult men with certain medical conditions that cause low or no testosterone levels.
Jatenzo will not enhance athletic performance and should not be used for that purpose.
It is not known if Jatenzo is safe or effective in children younger than 18 years old. Improper use of testosterone may affect bone growth in children.
Warnings
You should not be treated with Jatenzo if you have prostate cancer, male breast cancer, or low testosterone due to getting older.
Testosterone can increase your blood pressure, which can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, or death. You may need to stop using Jatenzo or start taking blood pressure medication.
Jatenzo should not be used to enhance athletic performance.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Jatenzo if you are allergic to testosterone, or if you have:
male breast cancer;
prostate cancer; or
low testosterone due to getting older.
Although Jatenzo is for use only in men, testosterone can harm an unborn baby and should not be used by a pregnant woman.
To make sure Jatenzo is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
