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TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION
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TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION

Manufactured byMmc Healthcare Ltd.
ContainsTestosterone
Description
TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION consists of a male sex hormone called Testosterone, which plays a crucial role in masculine growth, increasing muscle mass, boosting sexual drive, regulating fertility, etc. This medicine is used to treat various conditions caused by decreased testosterone levels in the body such as delayed puberty, impotence, loss of bone mass, erectile dysfunction (a condition where a man is unable to achieve and/or maintain an erection adequate for sexual intercourse), etc. It works by restoring the balance of testosterone hormone in the body. TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION may cause certain side effects like hair loss, weight gain, pimples, difficulty sleeping, headache, nausea, vomiting, flushing, etc. Most of these are temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is administered by a qualified medical practitioner in a clinical or hospital setting, therefore do not self-administer the medicine. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and duration of treatment based on your clinical condition. TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not recommended if you are allergic to it or have prostate or male breast cancer. Inform your doctor about all your current medications and existing medical conditions to make sure this medicine is safe for you. Use this medicine with caution if you have heart, liver, or kidney problems. TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not indicated for use in women.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION

  • Enlargement of breasts in males
  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Hair loss
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Fast or slow or irregular heartbeat
  • Pain at the injection site
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting

Uses of TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION

What is it prescribed for?

  • Male hypogonadism
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION to show its action is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION remains active in the body is clinically unknown.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION may have a habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not intended for use in women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not intended for use in women.

Allergy

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Breast cancer in males

Male breast cancer is rare cancer that forms in the breast tissue of men. TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in the case of male breast cancer.

Prostate cancer

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not recommended for use if you have a known history or have recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer (formation of the cancerous cells in the prostate gland, a male gland located underneath the bladder) as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not intended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is not intended for use in women.
General warnings

Heart diseases

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be used with caution if you have heart problems. This medicine may cause high blood pressure and increase the risk of heart attack or stroke (reduced blood supply to the brain). Your doctor may periodically monitor your heart function and recommend regular blood pressure monitoring while you are taking this medicine.

Polycythemia

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be used with caution if you have been diagnosed with polycythemia (a condition with excess production of red blood cells in the bone marrow, spongy tissue found at the centre of the bones) as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may suggest blood tests to monitor haemoglobin (an iron-containing protein responsible for carrying oxygen), and haematocrit (the ratio of the volume of red blood cells to the total volume of blood) levels during treatment with this medicine.

Hypercalcaemia

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION may decrease the excretion of calcium from the body. Hence it should be used with caution in hypercalcaemia, kidney dysfunction, or hyperparathyroidism (an abnormally high concentration of parathyroid hormone in the blood which may cause an increase in calcium levels in the blood) as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your calcium levels while you are taking this medicine.

Testosterone abuse

Prolonged use and higher doses of TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION than prescribed should be avoided due to the increased risk of testosterone abuse.

Use in males

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is intended for use in men only.

Missed Dose

As TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

As TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION is usually administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor in case an overdose of this medicine is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Levothyroxine

Fluconazole

Glimepiride

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Fluid retention

Oedema is swelling that may occur due to the accumulation of fluid in your body's tissue. TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be used with caution as it may cause fluid retention and increase the risk of heart problems.

Bleeding disorders

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be used with caution if you have a bleeding disorder, as this medicine may increase the risk of bleeding.

Diabetes

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be used with extreme caution if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels) as it may alter blood sugar levels. Frequently monitor your blood sugar levels during treatment with this medicine.

Kidney/Liver Disease

TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be used with caution if you have liver or kidney problems. This medicine is broken down in the liver and excreted through the kidneys. Impaired liver or kidney functions may lead to the accumulation of this medicine and cause serious side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your liver/kidney functioning while on treatment with this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital setting. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. It is advised to do regular follow-ups with your doctor during treatment with TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION. Report all your current medicines as well as pre-existing medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
TESTOVIRON DEPOT 100 MG INJECTION works by restoring the testosterone balance in the body. Thus it prevents hormonal imbalance and related conditions.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Androgens and anabolic steroids

Schedule

Schedule H

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