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This medication is used in men who do not make enough of a natural substance called testosterone. Testosterone belongs to a class of drugs known as androgens. It works by affecting many body systems so that the body can develop and function normally.
This medication is given by injection into the buttock muscle by a health care professional. It is usually given every 1 to 4 weeks or as directed by your doctor. Do not inject this medication into a vein. Dosage is based on your medical condition, testosterone blood levels, and response to treatment. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use a calendar to mark the days you will receive an injection.
The suggested dosage for Testosterone Cypionate Injection varies depending on the age, sex and diagnosis of the individual patient. Dosage is adjusted according to the patient's response and the appearance of adverse reactions.
Various dosage regimens have been used to induce pubertal changes in hypogonadal males; some experts have advocated lower dosages initially, gradually increasing the dose as puberty progresses, with or without a decrease to maintenance levels. Other experts emphasize that higher dosages are needed to induce pubertal changes and lower dosages can be used for maintenance after puberty. The chronological and skeletal ages must be taken into consideration, both in determining the initial dose and in adjusting the dose.
For replacement in the hypogonadal male, 50 – 400 mg should be administered every two to four weeks.
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