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What Is Testim Used For?

Testim is used to treat hypogonadism, or a low amount of testosterone, as part of hormone replacement therapy. Testim is used to correct low testosterone levels and reverse the symptoms associated with low testosterone. According to Testim's official website, Testim is very effective at normalizing testosterone levels and reducing the sexual and physical limitations caused by hypogonadism.

  1. Significance

    • Testim is an FDA-approved hormone replacement cream used to treat the symptoms of hypogonadism, including fatigue, lower lean muscle and bone density, depression, erectile dysfunction (ED) and loss of libido. According to MediLexicon.com, Testim is used to treat abnormally low levels without using testosterone injections, making it painless to use.

    Function

    • Testim works by absorbing through the skin. The cream is applied to the upper arms or shoulders and rubbed vigorously into the skin, entering the bloodstream and temporarily raising testosterone levels. Used daily, men can maintain normal testosterone levels with the cream.

    Effects

    • According to an independent study reported by the Reviews in Urology, Testim significantly improved libido, sexual performance and longevity and fullness of erections. Testim also increased lean body mass by 2.2 kilograms within the first year of use. Men maintained these results for up to one year.

    Considerations

    • According to Drugs.com, Testim causes adverse reactions with insulin, oxyphenbutazone and propranolol. It also worsens sleep apnea, a sleeping disorder that affects breathing. Testim also increases the risk of developing liver or prostate cancer.

    Types

    • Testim is only available as a cream, divided into individual packets for daily use. Testim is available in five-gram packets or tubes. Each packet or tube contains a daily supply of Testim -- 50 milligrams of testosterone.

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