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Androfil Gel
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Androfil Gel is a medicine used in the treatment of male hypogonadism caused due to low testosterone levels. It is only prescribed to men with known medical conditions. It helps in restoring the level of testosterone in the male body.
Androfil Gel is for external use only. It should be applied on arms and shoulder once a day, preferably at the same time every day. It should be used as your doctor's advice. You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not use the gel too often and avoid applying it over genital's area. You must wear clothes, once application area get dried completely.
The most common side effects of this medicine include acne and application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness). If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some side effects may mean you should stop taking this medicine shortness of breath, frequent or persistent erections, and low sperm count.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor might perform regular blood tests to keep track of testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels.
Androfil Gel is for external use only. It should be applied on arms and shoulder once a day, preferably at the same time every day. It should be used as your doctor's advice. You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Do not use the gel too often and avoid applying it over genital's area. You must wear clothes, once application area get dried completely.
The most common side effects of this medicine include acne and application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness). If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some side effects may mean you should stop taking this medicine shortness of breath, frequent or persistent erections, and low sperm count.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Your doctor might perform regular blood tests to keep track of testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels.
Uses of Androfil Gel
How to use Androfil Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Androfil Gel works
Androfil Gel is similar to the natural male hormone, testosterone. It works by replenishing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Lack of testosterone may cause various health problems including impotence, infertility, low sex drive, tiredness, depressive mood and bone loss.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Androfil Gel is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breastfeeding
UNSAFE
Androfil Gel is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
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Quick Tips
- You have been prescribed Androfil Gel for the treatment of low testosterone levels.
- It should be applied once a day, preferably in the morning.
- Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, healthy, unbroken skin over the shoulders or upper arms.
- Cover the application area after it's dry, otherwise it can rub off on people.
- Do not apply the gel to the genitals as this may cause irritation.
- Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor red blood cells, liver function, testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels while taking Androfil Gel.
- Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as frequent or persistent erections, irritability, nervousness or weight gain after starting treatment with this medicine.
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User Feedback
Patients taking Androfil Gel
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Androfil Gel for?
Male hypogona*
83%
Others
17%
*Male hypogonadism
How much was the improvement?
Poor
36%
Average
36%
Excellent
28%
What were the side-effects while using Androfil Gel?
No Side Effec*
80%
Acne
20%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Androfil Gel?
With food
44%
With or witho*
44%
Empty stomach
11%
*With or without food
Please rate Androfil Gel on price
Average
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Expensive
33%
Not Expensive
19%
FAQs
Q. What is Androfil and what it is used for?
Androfil contains a synthetic form of testosterone (a male sex hormone). It is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone).
Q. How and in what dose should I take Androfil?
Apply this medicine, onto clean, dry intact skin (preferably over abdomen or shoulders) once a day at the same time each day. Rub the gel in gently with one finger until dry, and then cover the area with loose clothing (e.g. T-shirt, shorts, pants). After finishing, wash your hands with soap and water. The dose of this medicine is decided by your doctor and make sure to follow it.
Q. What are the few important things that I should know while taking this medicine?
This medicine, may be transferred from you to the other person from close skin to skin contact. It might result in increase the testosterone levels in the other person. The prolonged or repeated exposure may cause few side effects (excess hair growth, deep voice, menstrual irregularities in women). To prevent this, cover the application site with the loose clothing once the gel has dried and always wash your hands with soap and water after applying it.
Q. What are the common side effects of using Androfil?
The most common side effect of using Androfil is skin reactions at the site of application such as burning or prickling sensation, dryness, rash, redness or itchiness. The other common side effects are increased body hair growth, increase in breast size, swelling of hands and feet and increase in blood pressure. If any of these side effect bother you, please consult with your doctor.
Q. Can Androfil be used for body building purpose?
No, Androfil should not be used for increasing muscle mass and physical ability in healthy individuals, as this may cause harmful effects when used inappropriately. Also, in healthy individuals, if Androfil is given externally, it may cause hormonal imbalance.
Q. Who should not take Androfil?
Androfil should not be given to men with breast cancer, prostate cancer and kidney disease. It should be avoided in patients who had or presently have liver cancer and in those who have increased levels of calcium in blood. It should not be used by females, children below 18 years, and elderly patients more than 65 years of age.
Q. Can Androfil have any harmful effect if I am a diabetic?
Androfil may decrease blood glucose levels, and therefore, the dose of antidiabetic medicines should be reduced. Consult your doctor for advice.
Q. Will there be a problem if I am taking warfarin and have started Androfil?
You should get blood tests done more frequently for checking your bleeding time (time taken to stop bleeding) when you are taking warfarin along with Androfil, especially when starting and stopping Androfil. Talk to your doctor for advice.
Q. How long does it take for Androfil to show its effects?
While some of the effects of Androfil may start showing effects after 3 weeks, some may take longer. For example, effect on sexual interest appears after 3 weeks, while changes in erections/ejaculations may take up to 6 months.
Q. What are the major health risks associated with Androfil therapy?
The major health risks associated with the use of Androfil in men are heart attack, stroke, and prostatic carcinoma.
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