Testosterone TD

In Depth

Generic Name: TESTOSTERONE GEL PUMP - TRANSDERMAL
Pronounced: (tess-TOSS-ter-own)

Testosterone TD Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, hair loss, trouble sleeping, change in sexual desire, redness/swelling of the skin, change in skin color, or acne may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

breast pain/enlargement
swelling of the feet/ankles (edema)
weight gain
very slow/shallow/difficult breathing (possibly while sleeping)
weakness

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

trouble urinating
mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, agitation, hostility)
change in size/shape of the testicles
testicle pain/tenderness
stomach/abdominal pain
dark urine
yellowing of eyes/skin
change in the amount of urine
calf tenderness/swelling/pain

In patients with diabetes, especially those taking insulin, testosterone may decrease your blood sugar. Be prepared to treat low blood sugar while you are using this medication. Symptoms of low blood sugar include shakiness, nervousness, rapid pulse, and sweating. If you are experiencing these symptoms, consult your doctor.

For males, in the very unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using this drug and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur.

Avoid spreading this medication to others (see How to Use and Precautions sections). If your female partner develops any changes in hair location, an increase in acne, or other signs of the effects of testosterone, tell both of your doctors.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: