Testosterone Treatments
The following information is an overview provided by one of our members.
Further details are available in the booklet
Klinefelter's Syndrome: A Guide for Adults. Please seek medical advice
from your GP or endocrinologist as the needs of the individuals and suitability
of a formulation must be matched. The KSA does not recommend the use of
any specific product or formulation.
Survey of 54
members | Endocrine Nurse
comments
Tablets.
These are preferred by some KSA members as they are easy to take but some
fail to take the tablets regularly & the clinical effectiveness varies. Many
members report feelings of depression as the dose wears off or as their bodies
start to get used to the prescribed level.
Injections.
Probably the most common form of testosterone supplement, particularly in the
investigative stage. Intramuscular injection ensures a good distribution
of the hormone but may be uncomfortable and may require regular visits to the
Doctor or Practice Nurse. Some adults have learned the art of self-injecting but
others prefer the medical supervision. There are several formulations available
to GPs, this link, via NetDoctor describes just one as an example
see more... NEBIDO, from Schering is new on the market and promises
to be quite popular with those for whom injection is the best answer (Ask your
GP/endocrinologist if you feel this option could be good for you)
Patches.
Patches are reported to give accurate physiological levels & mimic the
natural diurnal variation. Complications are few and normally take the form of
skin reactions to the patch itself and problems of adhesion.
Implants.
Because of problems remembering to regularly take tablets, or the possible
discomfort of the injections, or the problem of skin reactions to the patches
some members prefer to visit an out-patient clinic every three/six months for a
gradual release implant.
Gels - Testogel/Testim.
Initial comments on these products are quite positive. Testogel has
been around for some time and has a fairly strong history.
Testim,
marketed by Ipsen, seems to offer advantages for some... but we need more
feedback from our users! So far we haven't had sufficient reports from members on this form of
treatment... Come on, lads...
NEW Buccal Tablets:
STRIANT
These, and others were discussed at the 2005 Conference in
Leicestershire. See our Conference Page for a
summary |
