Cernos Depot Injection
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Product introduction
Cernos Depot Injection is a medication used to treat male hypogonadism caused by 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.
Cernos Depot Injection is administered directly into the skin or muscles, generally under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose and how often you take the injection depends on your medical condition. Your doctor will decide how much medication you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of Cernos Depot Injection include headache, depression, enlarged breasts, and other injection-site reactions. If these persist or worsen, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects. Other rare side effects of Cernos Depot Injection include difficulty breathing, frequent erections, and a low sperm count.
Before using Cernos Depot Injection, inform your doctor if you have a history of high blood pressure or any heart-related conditions. Let your doctor 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 may conduct regular blood tests to monitor testosterone and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels.
Uses of Cernos Injection
- Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Benefits of Cernos Injection
In Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Male hypogonadism is a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone (male sex hormone). Cernos Depot Injection helps increase testosterone levels in your body. This helps maintain a better sex life and improves mood, physical appearance, and overall confidence. Cernos Depot Injection also supports muscle growth and bone development.
Side effects of Cernos Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cernos
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Breast tenderness in male
- Depression
How to use Cernos Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Cernos Injection works
Cernos Depot Injection is similar to testosterone, the natural male hormone. 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cernos Depot Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Cernos Depot Injection 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Cernos Depot Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Cernos Depot Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Cernos Depot Injection is not indicated for use in women.
Driving
SAFE
Cernos Depot Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Cernos Depot Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cernos Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Cernos Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Cernos Depot Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cernos Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Cernos Depot Injection is not advisable in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Cernos Injection?
If you missed a dose of Cernos Depot Injection, consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor will administer this injection into a muscle or the skin.
- Your doctor may monitor you for 30 minutes after your shot to make sure you do not develop breathing problems or get a severe allergic reaction due to the medicine.
- 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 Cernos Depot Injection.
- Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as frequent erections, irritability, nervousness, or weight gain after starting treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Androgens Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS
Action Class
Androgens
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cernos with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Ciclosporin with Testosterone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your liver function frequently.
Concurrent use may cause liver damage.
Do not consume Ciclosporin with Testosterone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your liver function frequently.
Concurrent use may cause liver damage.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations. Testosterone may reduce the efficacy of Metform
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If taken together, Testosterone may disrupt th
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations.
If taken together, Testosterone may disrupt th
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cernos Depot Injection
Once A Month
100%
What are you using Cernos Injection for?
Male hypogona*
93%
Others
7%
*Male hypogonadism
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
40%
Average
33%
Poor
28%
What were the side-effects while using Cernos Depot Injection?
Injection sit*
47%
Breast pain
12%
Weight gain
6%
Itching
6%
Hot flashes
6%
*Injection site pain
How do you take Cernos Injection?
With or witho*
63%
With food
26%
Empty stomach
11%
*With or without food
Please rate Cernos Depot Injection on price
Expensive
49%
Average
35%
Not Expensive
17%
FAQs
What is Cernos Depot Injection, and what is it used for?
Cernos Depot Injection is a medicine that contains a synthetic form of the male sex hormone, testosterone. It is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone).
Can Cernos Depot Injection be used for bodybuilding purposes?
No, Cernos Depot Injection should not be used to enhance muscle mass or physical ability in healthy individuals, as improper use may lead to harmful effects. Additionally, external administration of Cernos Depot Injection in healthy individuals can disrupt hormonal balance.
How long does it take for Cernos Depot Injection to show its effects?
While some effects of Cernos Depot Injection may become noticeable within 3 weeks, others may take longer. For instance, an increase in sexual interest may appear after 3 weeks, whereas changes in erections or ejaculation may take up to 6 months.
Who should not take Cernos Depot Injection?
Cernos Depot Injection 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 the blood. It should not be used by females, children below 18 years, and elderly patients more than 65 years of age.
What are the major health risks associated with Cernos Depot Injection therapy?
The major health risks associated with the use of Cernos Depot Injection in men are heart attack, stroke, and prostatic carcinoma.
Will there be a problem if I am taking warfarin and have started Cernos Depot Injection?
You should get blood tests done more frequently to check your bleeding time (time taken to stop bleeding) when you are taking warfarin along with Cernos Depot Injection, especially when starting and stopping Cernos Depot Injection. Talk to your doctor for advice.
Can Cernos Depot Injection have any harmful effects if I am diabetic?
Cernos Depot Injection may decrease blood glucose levels, and therefore, the dose of antidiabetic medicines should be reduced. Consult your doctor for advice.
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: August, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cernos Depot Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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