Testosterone supplementation is becoming increasingly popular so we have\u00a0put together some short information for you to review.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fortesta<\/i> gel is applied to the thighs…and Axiron<\/i> solution to the underarms. These locations are to help reduce skin-to-skin transfer…but they don’t eliminate it.<\/p>\n
Testosterone for older men is controversial. It’s a tough call.\u00a0\u00a0Testosterone sometimes improves energy, strength, sexual function, and feeling of well-being in men over 65.<\/p>\n
Testosterone MIGHT increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and prostate cancer. Plus it can worsen BPH, gynecomastia, sleep apnea, and edema.<\/p>\n
The problem is we don’t have good outcome studies for testosterone therapy…like we have with women’s hormone therapy.<\/p>\n
Many men say it should be up to them to decide risk vs benefit.<\/p>\n
We suggest holding off unless the man has low testosterone PLUS symptoms significant enough to affect his quality of life.<\/p>\n
When needed, we\u00a0recommend a product based on patient preference and insurance…most topicals cost around $300 per month.<\/p>\n
The usual starting doasages are: Fortesta<\/i> 4 pumps…Axiron<\/i> 2 pumps…AndroGel<\/i> or Testim<\/i> gel 5 g…or Androderm<\/i> 5 mg\/day.<\/p>\n
We advise men to follow through with orders to check levels 4 to 12 weeks after starting therapy…to help with dose titration.<\/p>\n
Also, we\u00a0recommend monitoring for an increase in certain lab values such as:\u00a0hematocrit, PSA, and prostate exam at baseline, 3 to 6 months, and then yearly.<\/p>\n
We\u00a0also advise\u00a0men to wash hands after applying the gel or solution…and cover the site with clothing to reduce transfer to women or kids.<\/p>\n
Francis Al. Rubino, PharmD<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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