Testosterone injection: how to take it safely
Sustanon, Nebido
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Replaces testosterone in men whose bodies do not make enough.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- It is given by deep injection into the buttock by a health worker.
When to take it
Given every few weeks or months, on the dates your doctor sets.
Take it with
Not applicable.
What to avoid
- Missing your appointments.
- Using it without a doctor's advice. Misuse can harm the heart, liver and fertility.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart, liver or prostate problems.
Possible side effects
Acne, mood changes, swelling, lower sperm count, pain at the injection site.
Get help if
Chest pain, breathlessness, swollen legs, yellow skin or eyes, or difficulty passing urine: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.