Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

Composition of Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection contains Testosterone (100mg). It belongs to the Androgen; testosterone ester (long-acting intramuscular) class of medicines.

Uses of Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

• Testosterone replacement therapy in adult males with confirmed hypogonadism (primary or secondary) due to inadequate endogenous testosterone production; used for symptoms such as low libido
• erectile dysfunction
• fatigue
• loss of muscle mass and delayed puberty in boys under specialist care.

Key benefits

• Restores testosterone levels in hypogonadal men
• Improves libido and sexual function
• Helps increase muscle mass and strength
• Supports bone density
• Improves energy and mood in testosterone deficiency

How Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection works

Testosterone enanthate is an ester prodrug of testosterone that is slowly released after intramuscular injection. It restores circulating testosterone to physiological levels, helping maintain male secondary sexual characteristics, libido, muscle and bone mass, and erythropoiesis.

How to take Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

For intramuscular use only, administered by a healthcare professional (deep IM injection). Dose and interval are individualized by the doctor (commonly every 2–4 weeks) based on symptoms and serum testosterone levels; do not self-inject unless trained; follow scheduled monitoring.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting and withdrawal bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

Most side effects of Testoviron Depot are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Injection site pain
• acne/oily skin
• increased hair growth
• mood changes/irritability
• headache
• nausea
• fluid retention/edema
• increased red blood cell count (polycythemia)
• breast tenderness/gynecomastia
• changes in libido
• sleep apnea worsening

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

Warnings and precautions

Use only in men with confirmed hypogonadism; not for use in women, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Contraindicated in known/suspected prostate or male breast cancer; assess prostate (PSA/DRE) before and during therapy. Monitor hematocrit/hemoglobin (risk of polycythemia/thrombosis), liver function if clinically indicated, lipids and blood pressure; caution in cardiovascular disease, heart failure, kidney disease (fluid retention), sleep apnea and elderly. May suppress spermatogenesis and reduce fertility; caution in men desiring fertility. Misuse/abuse can cause serious cardiovascular, psychiatric and endocrine effects.

Do not take Testoviron Depot if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a history of blood clots, certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or active liver disease. Several are contraindicated in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Warfarin/other anticoagulants (may increase anticoagulant effect—monitor INR), insulin and oral antidiabetics (may alter glucose control), corticosteroids/ACTH (increased edema risk), cyclosporine (may increase levels/toxicity), thyroid function tests may be affected (changes in TBG)

How to store Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

Store below 25°C; protect from light. Do not freeze. Keep ampoule in outer carton; keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Testoviron Depot 100 mg Injection

Set a daily alarm if you take it for contraception. Keep your review appointments — blood pressure and other checks matter on long-term hormones.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Zydus Healthcare Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Hormone therapy (Androgen)

Drug class:

Androgen; testosterone ester (long-acting intramuscular)