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Compare Striant vs. Aveed

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Key takeaways

Testosterone oral tablet (Striant) and testosterone undecanoate injection (Aveed) are both testosterone replacement therapies used to treat low testosterone in adult males. However, they differ in several ways. Striant, which is no longer available in the U.S., was an orally dissolving tablet. Aveed is an injectable form that must be administered by a healthcare professional. Aveed requires a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) due to serious risks, such as pulmonary oil microembolism (POME) and severe allergic reactions. Aveed is typically injected every 10 weeks after the initial doses, whereas Striant was a daily oral medication. Common side effects of Aveed include acne and injection site pain, while it also carries risks of serious side effects like heart attack and stroke. Additionally, Aveed can interact with blood thinners, potentially increasing bleeding risks.

  • Testosterone oral tablet
    aveed (testosterone undecanoate)
  • Testosterone oral tablet
    aveed (testosterone undecanoate)

  • Summary of Striant vs. Aveed

    Summary for Testosterone replacement

    The testosterone oral tablet is used to treat low testosterone in adult males. It's no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.

    Summary for Testosterone replacement
    Prescription only

    Aveed (testosterone undecanoate) is an injectable testosterone that’s used to treat low testosterone in adult males. It's an FDA-approved testosterone replacement therapy that must be injected by a healthcare professional due to possible allergic reactions and a serious warning called pulmonary oil microembolism (POME), which causes symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and trouble breathing. Initially, you'll receive the first two injections a month apart, then an injection every 10 weeks after that. Common side effects include acne, pain at the injection site, and fatigue.

  • Indications of Striant vs. Aveed

    Indications for
    Indications for
    •Low testosterone (also called hypogonadism)

  • Pros and Cons of Striant vs. Aveed

    Pros and Const for Testosterone replacement
    Pros
    Cons
    Pros and Const for Testosterone replacement
    Pros
    •Works well to replace testosterone in your body
    •Can be given every 10 weeks (after the first 2 injections)
    •No accidental testosterone exposure to another person through skin-to-skin contact like testosterone gels
    Cons
    •Only available through a REMS program because of life-threatening side effects
    •Must be injected by your prescriber, so it can't be given at home
    •Only available as a brand-name medication

  • Common Side Effects of Striant vs. Aveed

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •Acne (5%)
    •Injection site pain (5%)
    •Rise in prostate-specific antigen (PSA, 5%)
    •Rise in estrogen levels (3%)
    •Tiredness (2%)
    •Irritability (2%)
    •Trouble sleeping (insomnia, 2%)
    •Mood swings (2%)

  • Warnings of Striant vs. Aveed

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •Pulmonary oil microembolism (POME) and severe allergic reactions
    •Prostate problems
    •Risk of blood clots, including heart attack or stroke
    •Potential for misuse, dependency, and addiction
    •Liver problems
    •Swelling in the legs or arms (edema)
    •Sleep apnea
    •High calcium in the blood

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