Testosterone undecylate capsules are a prescription drug that belongs to exogenous androgen drug preparations.

1、 Drug name 

1. Product Name: Andriol ® Testocaps

2. Common name: Testosterone undecylate capsules

2、 Indications

1. Used for testosterone replacement therapy in adult males due to endogenous testosterone deficiency or deficiency.

2. It is necessary to confirm testosterone deficiency through two independent biochemical tests (morning testosterone levels) and rule out other causes before use.

3、 Specifications and characteristics

Each capsule contains 40mg of testosterone undecylate.

4、 Main components

Active ingredient: testosterone undecylate

5、 Usage and dosage

1. The usual starting dose is 120-160mg per day, taken in two doses (once in the morning and once in the evening) for 2-3 weeks.

2. The subsequent maintenance dose is 40-120mg per day, adjusted according to serum testosterone levels and clinical response.

3. It must be taken with meals to promote absorption, not chewed, and should be swallowed whole.

6、 Dose adjustment

1. During treatment, serum testosterone levels should be regularly monitored (recommended to be measured about 5 hours after taking medication), and the dosage should be adjusted based on the results to maintain normal testosterone levels.

2. The dosage should be cautious for elderly patients (>65 years old) as clinical data for this population is limited.

7、 Medication precautions

1. Must be taken with meals (fat helps with absorption).

2. Missed medication: The next medication should be taken according to the original plan and should not be taken twice.

3. Vomiting: If vomiting occurs within a short period of time after taking medication, it is recommended to consult a physician to determine if additional medication is needed.

4. Not suitable for enhancing athletic performance or improving non-specific symptoms.

8、 Medication for special populations

1. Children (<18 years old): Not recommended for use, safety and efficacy have not been established. If used for delayed puberty in males, bone age should be monitored every 6 months.

2. Elderly individuals (>65 years old): Due to limited usage data, caution should be exercised in assessing prostate and cardiovascular risks.

3. Pregnant and lactating women: Prohibited, may cause fetal damage.

4. Patients with liver and kidney dysfunction, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and sleep apnea should use it under the guidance of doctors.

9、 Adverse reactions

1. Common conditions include increased red blood cell count, acne, emotional changes, headache, hypertension, edema, elevated prostate-specific antigen, prostate hyperplasia, male breast development, sexual dysfunction, etc.

2. Serious adverse reactions include cardiovascular events (myocardial infarction, stroke), liver tumors, allergic reactions, hypercalcemia, severe rash, etc.

3. Long term use requires regular monitoring of hemoglobin, liver function, prostate-specific antigen, blood lipids, etc.

10、 Contraindications

1. Individuals known to be allergic to any ingredient of this product.

2. Patients with known or suspected prostate cancer or breast cancer.

3. Female patients, especially pregnant and lactating women.

4. There are concomitant medications listed as contraindications in drug interactions.

11、 Drug interactions

1. When used in combination with insulin, it may lower blood sugar and the insulin dosage needs to be adjusted.

2. Combination with corticosteroids may exacerbate edema.

3. Co administration with oral anticoagulants may enhance anticoagulant effects and require monitoring of coagulation function.

4. Co administration with cyclosporine may increase the risk of nephrotoxicity.

5. Herbs such as St. John's wort may lower testosterone blood levels.

6. Co administration with food can significantly improve bioavailability.

12、 Storage method

1. Store in an environment of 15-30 ° C, away from light and moisture.

2. Do not refrigerate.

3. Aluminum foil blister should be stored in the outer packaging box.

4. Keep out of reach of children.

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