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Testoretard 250 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Male Hypogonadism. Other than this, Testoretard 250 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Testoretard 250 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Testoretard 250 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Testoretard 250 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Testoretard 250 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Testoretard 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Testoretard 250 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type III must refrain from the use of Testoretard 250 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Testoretard 250 Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Testoretard 250 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Testoretard 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Testoretard 250 Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Testoretard 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Testoretard can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Testoretard 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Testoretard. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Testoretard 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Testoretard may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Testoretard 250 Injection on the Liver?
Testoretard can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Testoretard 250 Injection on the Heart?
Testoretard may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Testoretard 250 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Testoretard 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Testoretard 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Testoretard 250 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Testoretard 250 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Testoretard 250 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Testoretard 250 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Testoretard 250 Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Testoretard 250 Injection together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Testoretard 250 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Testoretard 250 Injection.
Yes, Testoretard can bring on puberty. It is used in the treatment of the delayed puberty in adolescent boys between the age group of 14 -17 years which might be caused by low testosterone levels. Testoretard helps in delayed puberty by restoring this hormonal balance.
Yes, Testoretard is helpful in erectile dysfunction (ED). It is used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction alone or in combination with other medicines. It works by restoring the normal levels of testosterone in the body whose deficiency might be responsible for causing erectile dysfunction.
Usually, Testoretard is given for 2 - 4 weeks which may vary from case to case basis depending on the age, gender, and diagnosis of the patient. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Testoretard can cause high calcium levels (hypercalcemia) in immobilized patients. It is a known side effect of this drug that occurs very rarely. however, this effect is reversible and restored normal levels of calcium after discontinuation of this drug.
Rarely, Testoretard causes a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact mechanism of a headache caused by this drug is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after consuming this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depo® Testosterone