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Testim by Auxilium

Has Testim been approved for treatment in HIV? Is this similar to Androgel? What can you tell me about either one? ...

Response from Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A.

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No, like Androgel (the other testosterone gel in the market), Testim is approved for the treatment of hypogonadism (low blood levels of testosterone). It seems to be cheaper and 30 % better absorbed than Androgel, per manufacturer's claims. It... Read more »

Testim

Nelson,My doc prescribed me testim 1 at one pack a day. My test levels are arond 700 but my estrodial levels are mildly elevated. My doc would rather increase my androgens as opposed to putting me on arimdiex or nolvadex. If my test levels are...

Response from Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A.

Program for Wellness Restoration

If you are starting at 700 nanograms/cc, I am afraid you will reach levels above 1300. Watch out for andrigenic side effects at those levels (hair loss, acne, moodiness, polycythemia, sleep apnea, etc). You may want to see more than one... Read more »

Testim vs. Androgel

I am not getting good results from Testim using 1 tube per day. I had it increased 90 days ago and awaiting result. Current dose - 1.5 tubes per day (total 7.5 MG). Now the insurance company said no to Testim so I'll have to switch to...

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

Rocky Mountain CARES

Hi and thanks for your post.Both Testim and Androgel are used to treat low testosterone levels. While it's generally thought that Testim is better absorbed than Androgel, some patients respond to one better than the other.Since you're... Read more »

Testim

How many hours after applying Testim to the upper arms must pass before a female can touch them?...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,It's recommended that you apply Testim to your shoulders after your morning shower, rub it in and then let it dry before covering the area with your shirt. It takes several hours for the Testim to be absorbed through the skin.... Read more »

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