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  • Testosterone gel
    Testopel (testosterone pellets)
  • Testosterone gel
    Testopel (testosterone pellets)

  • Summary of Androgel vs. Testopel

    Summary for Testosterone replacement
    Prescription only

    Testosterone gel is used to treat low testosterone in adult males. It's convenient to use because you only have to apply it to your skin once a day. But compared to other forms of testosterone, there's a higher risk of exposing others to the medication through skin-to-skin contact.

    Summary for Testosterone replacement
    Prescription only

    Testopel (testosterone pellets) is an implantable pellet medication used as long-acting testosterone replacement therapy. It treats certain males with low testosterone and delayed puberty. The pellets are implanted, or placed under your skin, by a healthcare professional (HCP) typically every 3 to 6 months. Side effects include pain and swelling at the implantation site, as well as sexual side effects like more frequent erections and changes in sex drive.

  • Indications of Androgel vs. Testopel

    Indications for
    •Low testosterone (hypogonadism)
    Indications for
    •Low testosterone (hypogonadism)
    •Delayed puberty

  • Pros and Cons of Androgel vs. Testopel

    Pros and Const for Testosterone replacement
    Pros
    •Works well to replace testosterone in your body
    •Applied once a day to your skin, so it's easy to use
    •Available in tubes, packets, or as a pump
    •Some brand names are available as lower-cost generics
    Cons
    •Can cause skin irritation
    •Need to avoid skin-to-skin transfer to other people
    •Need to wait hours before you can shower, swim, or bathe
    •Have to follow specific instructions on where and how it can be applied
    Pros and Const for Testosterone replacement
    Pros
    •A long-acting testosterone replacement medication
    •Implanted every 3 to 6 months
    •Can be used in children and adults
    •Unlike testosterone gel, there’s no risk of accidentally exposing others to testosterone
    Cons
    •Can cause pain and swelling at the implantation site
    •Risk of infections or extrusions at the implantation site
    •Is a surgical procedure that must be done at the prescriber's office
    •Dose adjustments are difficult since they require surgical removal or addition of pellets

  • Common Side Effects of Androgel vs. Testopel

    Common Side Effects for
    •Skin irritation
    •Skin rash
    •Itchiness
    •High red blood cell count
    •Enlarged prostate
    •Acne
    Common Side Effects for
    •Enlargement of male breasts
    •Pain or swelling at the implantation site

  • Warnings of Androgel vs. Testopel

    Common Side Effects for
    •Early puberty or development of male features
    •High red blood cell count and blood clots
    •Heart attack and stroke
    •Potential for misuse, addiction, and dependency
    •Worsening symptoms of enlarged prostate and prostate cancer
    •Liver problems
    •Swelling in the arms and legs (edema)
    •Breathing problems during sleep (sleep apnea)
    •High calcium in the blood
    Common Side Effects for
    •Infection and extrusion at the implantation site
    •Risk of blood clots, including heart attack or stroke
    •Potential for misuse, dependency, and addiction
    •Prostate problems
    •Liver problems
    •Swelling in the legs or arms (edema)
    •High calcium in the blood
    •Sexual side effects
    •Fast bone maturation in children

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