New Subset Analysis of AndroGel(R) Data Highlights Efficacy - Regardl...(ical testosterone gel approved in 2000 f...),Health

Pivotal data showed that AndroGel was effective in restoring testosterone levels to normal and in some cases, superior to a transdermal testosterone patch.

-- AndroGel was effective in improving sexual function, mood, and muscle

strength; increasing lean body mass; and decreasing body fat.

-- It was demonstrated that AndroGel was more effective than a

testosterone patch in increasing lean body mass and decreasing body

fat, and had comparable effects with other symptoms.

-- Because of minimal skin irritation, subjects using AndroGel also had

higher compliance rates.

-- In a 2004 open-label, follow-up extension study, AndroGel was shown to

be safe for men to use over the long term.

The AndroGel pump is designed to deliver 1.25 grams of testosterone gel per pump depression, and it is also available in 2.5 and 5 gram packets. This gives patients two convenient ways to use AndroGel and offers physicians added flexibility to move, if necessary, from the starting dose of 5g per day to 7.5g or from 7.5g to 10g per day.

AndroGel must not be used if you have known or suspected prostate cancer or breast cancer (a rare condition for men). AndroGel must not be used by women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as testosterone may cause fetal harm. The major risks of AndroGel include prostate enlargement, prostate cancer, and transfer of testosterone to others (including women and children). Transference can occur when vigorous skin-to- skin contact is made with the application site and can be minimized by washing your hands after application and covering the application site with clothing.

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