Testim gel: Indications, Side Effects, Warnings – Drugs.com

Generic Name: testosterone (tes-TOS-ter-one) Brand Name: Examples include AndroGel and Testim

Children who have been exposed to Testim gel have developed symptoms such as enlarged genitals; increased pubic hair, erections, or sex drive; aggressive behavior; and increased bone age. Contact the child's doctor right away if any of these symptoms occur. Children should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application sites in men who use Testim gel.

Closely follow the recommended instructions for use of Testim gel.

Treating symptoms of low testosterone in adult men when the body does not make any testosterone or not enough testosterone (hypogonadism). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Testim gel is an androgen hormone. It works by replacing or supplementing the testosterone that is naturally made in the body.

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

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Some medical conditions may interact with Testim gel. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Testim gel. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Testim gel may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

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