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Testoretard 250mg Injection

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)
Testoretard 250mg Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of male hypogonadism caused due to low testosterone levels. It is only prescribed to men with known medical conditions. It helps in restoring the level of testosterone in the male body.
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Product introduction

Testoretard 250mg Injection is injected directly into the skin or muscles under the medical supervision of a doctor. The dose and how often you take the injection depends on what you are using it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.



The most common side effects of this medicine include edema, swelling of ankles or feet, rapid weight gain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood, vomiting, increased erection of the penis, and injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness). If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.  Some side effects may mean you should stop taking this medicine shortness of breath, frequent or persistent erections, and low sperm count.


Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor might perform regular blood tests to keep track of testosterone, and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels.

Uses of Testoretard Injection

  • Treatment of Male hypogonadism

Benefits of Testoretard Injection

Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone (male sex hormone). Testoretard 250mg Injection injections help improve the level of testosterone in your body. This helps in maintaining better sex life, improve overall physical appearance, gives good mood and boost overall confidence. Testoretard 250mg Injection also helps in muscle building and development of bones. This treatment has few side effects so it is advisable to always take the injection under a doctor’s supervision only. You should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better.

Side effects of Testoretard Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Testoretard
  • Weight gain
  • Voice change
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Vomiting
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Feet swelling
  • Ankle swelling
  • Cough
  • Hyperventilation (rapid breathing)
  • Coughing up blood
  • Increased erection
  • Wheezing

How to use Testoretard Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Testoretard Injection works

Testoretard 250mg Injection is similar to the natural male hormone, testosterone. It works by replenishing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Lack of testosterone may cause various health problems including impotence, infertility, low sex drive, tiredness, depressive mood and bone loss.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Testoretard 250mg Injection for the treatment of low testosterone levels.
  • Your doctor will administer this injection into a muscle or skin.
  • Your doctor may monitor you for 30 minutes after your shot to make sure you do not develop breathing problems or get a severe allergic reaction due to the medicine.
  • Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor red blood cells, liver function, testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels while taking Testoretard 250mg Injection.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as frequent or persistent erections, irritability, nervousness or weight gain after starting treatment with this medicine.
  • Your doctor will administer this injection into a muscle or skin.
  • Your doctor may monitor you for 30 minutes after your shot to make sure you do not develop breathing problems or get a severe allergic reaction due to the medicine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Testoretard 250mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

UNSAFE
Testoretard 250mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Testoretard 250mg Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

UNSAFE
Testoretard 250mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Testoretard 250mg Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Driving

Driving

SAFE
Testoretard 250mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

UNSAFE
Testoretard 250mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Testoretard 250mg Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver

Liver

UNSAFE
Testoretard 250mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Testoretard 250mg Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
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Frequently asked questions

Testoretard 250mg Injection is an injectable preparation which contains a synthetic form of testosterone (a male sex hormone). It is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone).
No, Testoretard 250mg Injection should not be used for increasing muscle mass and physical ability in healthy individuals, as this may cause harmful effects when used inappropriately. Also, in healthy individuals, if Testoretard 250mg Injection is given externally, it may cause hormonal imbalance.
While some of the effects of Testoretard 250mg Injection may start showing effects after 3 weeks, some may take longer. For example, effect on sexual interest appears after 3 weeks, while changes in erections/ejaculations may take up to 6 months.
Testoretard 250mg Injection should not be given to men with breast cancer, prostate cancer and kidney disease. It should be avoided in patients who had or presently have liver cancer and in those who have increased levels of calcium in blood. It should not be used by females, children below 18 years, and elderly patients more than 65 years of age.
The major health risks associated with the use of Testoretard 250mg Injection in men are heart attack, stroke, and prostatic carcinoma.
You should get blood tests done more frequently for checking your bleeding time (time taken to stop bleeding) when you are taking warfarin along with Testoretard 250mg Injection, especially when starting and stopping Testoretard 250mg Injection. Talk to your doctor for advice.
Testoretard 250mg Injection may decrease blood glucose levels, and therefore, the dose of antidiabetic medicines should be reduced. Consult your doctor for advice.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Androgens Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS

Action Class

Androgens

References

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I want to know about hypogonadism. I think that I've some of indications of it.

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
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Hi Kindly consult nearest doctor

My LH is 12.47 .Is it normal? What should I do?

Dr. Priyanka Shekhar
Dr. Priyanka Shekhar
General Practitioner
Hi I have gone through your reportsAs your LH level is highSuggesting of primary hypogonadismConsult physician for the further guidance
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Country of origin: India
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