Alpha-TEST ™

Testosterone is an androgen, which directs the development of the male phenotype during embryogenesis and at puberty. It is secretes by the testes and is converted to dihydrotestosterone in target tissues where it mediates numerous biological activities. Testosterone is produced mainly in the testes and a small amount is produced by the adrenal gland. It synthesizes from cholesterol via a progesterone intermediate. Testosterone, and its metabolites such as dihydrotestosterone, act in many parts of the body, producing the secondary sexual characteristics of males including balding, facial and body hair, deep voice, greater muscle bulk, thicker skin, and genital maturity. At puberty, it produces acne, the growth spurt and the enlargement of the penis and testes as well as causing the fusion of the epiphyses, bringing growth in height to an end. It plays some role in maintaining the sexual organs in the adult, but only a low concentration is required for this.

The normal production of testosterone in the adult male is 4 to 9 mg per day. The normal plasma concentration is 22.5 nmol/l, of which 97% is protein bound. Most of the circulating testosterone excreted in the urine in the form of 17-keto steroids, but a small amount convert to estrogenic hormones.

Nausea, vomiting, headache, skin color changes, increased/decreased sexual interest, oily skin, hair loss, and acne may occur. Pain and redness at the injection site may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects when used at normal doses. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: mental/mood changes (such as anxiety, depression, increased anger), trouble sleeping/snoring, signs of serious liver disease (such as persistent abdominal pain/nausea, unusual tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine), hands/ankles/feet swelling, unusual tiredness, fast/irregular heartbeat. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: shortness of breath/rapid breathing, chest/jaw/left arm pain, unusual sweating, confusion, sudden dizziness/fainting, pain/swelling/warmth in the groin/calf, sudden/severe headaches, trouble speaking, weakness on one side of the body, sudden vision changes. If you are male, tell your doctor right away if you have, any serious side effects, including trouble urinating, increased urination (especially at night), breast swelling/tenderness, too frequent/prolonged erections. Rarely, males may have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours. If this occurs, stop using this drug and get medical help right away, or permanent problems could occur. This medication can decrease sperm production, an effect that may lower male fertility. Consult your doctor for more details. For females, side effects, including deepening of the voice, hoarseness, unusual facial/body hair growth, enlarged clitoris, and irregular menstrual periods.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

IM inj. 2-4 Hours