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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.

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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 »

Restarting Testim

Hi Doc,I've been on HAART for about one year and three months. Early in my treatment my... Read more »

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Testim and large breasts

I was just prescribed Testim and one of the side effects listed are enlarged breasts. The questions... Read more »

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