Testosterone Pharmacology

Testosterone

About Testosterone
A steroid hormone, Androgen.
Mechanism of Action of Testosterone
Testosterone and it`s reduced form; dihydrotestosterone binds with cytoplasmic testosterone receptors in androgen responsive organs and tissues and forms hormone receptor complex. This hormone-receptor complex binds with DNA and enhances DNA transcription and formation of mRNA which ultimately leads to modification of protein synthesis. It promotes growth and development of male sex organs and secondary sexual characters and maintains proper sexual functioning. It also exerts anabolic effect on skeleton and skeletal muscles and accelerates erythropoiesis. It also excerts inhibitory, antiestrogenic effects on hormone responsive breast tumors and metastases.
Pharmacokinets of Testosterone
Absorption: It is inactive orally and administered parenterally, Distribution: Widely distributed in a highly plasma protein bound form, Metabolism: Metabolized in liver in to several metabolites which further undergoes glucuronide and sulfate conjugation. Excretion: Excreted mainly through urine as metabolites
Onset of Action for Testosterone
N/A
Duration of Action for Testosterone
N/A
Half Life of Testosterone
10 to 100minutes
Side Effects of Testosterone
1.Hypercalcaemia
2.Hypernatreamia
3.Hyperkalaemia
4.Hyperphosphataemia
5.Impaired glucose tolerance
6.Altered thyroid function tests
7.Retention of water
8.Weight gain
9.Oedema
10.Abnormal liver function tests
11.Cholestatic jaundice
12.Hepatic carcinoma
13.Gynaecomastia
14.Hypo estrogenic effects in females
15.Flushing
16.Diaphoresis
17.Vaginitis
18.Menstrual irregularities
19.Androgenic effects in women
20.Hirsutism
21.Excessive hormonal effects in men
22.Premature epiphyseal closure
23.Acne
24.Priapism
25.Increased libido
26.Testicular atrophy
27.Oligospermia
28.Allergic manifestations
29.Pin and induration at injection site
30.Headache
31.Anxiety
32.Depression
33.Sleep apnea
Contra-indications of Testosterone
1.Prostate cancer
2.Male breast cancer
3.Overt cardiac failure
4.Severe hepatic impairment
5.Severe renal impairment
6.Hypercalcaemia
Special Precautions while taking Testosterone
1.Renal impairment
2.Hepatic impairment
3.Cardiovascular disorders
4.Epilepsy
5.Migraine
6.Discontinue Transdermal system if oedema occurs
7.Women of child bearing age
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Testosterone
1.Male hypogonadism
2.Delayed puberty in males
3.Infertility
4.Post partum breast pain
5.Carcinoma of breast
6.Maintain positive nitrogen balance
7.Post pubertal cryptorchidism
8.Andropause
9.Gynaecomastia
Interactions for Testosterone
Oral hypoglycemic agents and Insulin: Effect of these agents potentiated.
Corticosteroids: Tendency towards oedema enhanced. Use with caution in patients with hepatic or cardiac disease.
Lab tests: May decrease levels of thyroxine binding globulin, resulting in decreased total T4 serum levels and increased resin uptake of T3 & T4. Free thyroxine levels remain unchanged.
Typical Dosage for Testosterone
I.M.:
Male hypogonadism:
Testosterone propionate: 25mg twice weekly to thrice weekly or 50mg at two week intervals.
Testosterone enanthate or cypionate: 50mg to 400mg at every 2 to 4 weeks.
Delayed puberty in males:
Testosterone propionate: 25mg to 50mg twice weekly to thrice weekly for up to 6months.
Testosterone enanthate or cypionate: 50mg to 200mg at every 2 to 4 weeks for up to 6months.
Post partum breast pain: 25 to 50mg/day for 3 to 4days.
Carcinoma of breast:
Testosterone: 100mg thrice weekly
Testosterone propionate: 50 to 100mg thrice weekly.
Testosterone enanthate or cypionate: 200mg to 400mg at every 2 to 4 weeks.
Post pubertal cryptorchidism:
Testosterone propionate: 25mg twice weekly to thrice weekly
Depot:
Testosterone enanthate:
Male hypogonadism: 250mg at 2 to 3 week intervals
Maintenance dosage: 250mg at 3to 4 week intervals.
Impotence: 100mg; repeat after a week. In infertility treatment should be continued for 3 months and repeat if required after a period of several weeks.
Transdermal:
Dihydrotestosterone:
Andropause, Gynaecomastia: Apply 5g gel once daily
Male hypogonadism, Delayed puberty: Apply 2.5g gel daily
Androderm: 5mg daily on dry area of skin on back, upper arm, thigh, abdomen. Do not apply to scrotum.
Testoderm: 6mg daily apply to scrotal area.
Schedule of Testosterone
H
Storage Requirements for Testosterone
Store at room temperature below 25 degree C
Effects of Missed Dosage of Testosterone
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Testosterone
Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures

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