Hormone Testosterone Treatment

Testosterone is a crucial part of the growth of a man's sexual organs. When the testes do not produce normal levels of testosterone, patients suffer from testosterone deficiency. Testosterone replacement therapy can help treat this condition.

Oral Agents

• Oral testosterone boosters may be prescribed during testosterone replacement therapy. These drugs include methyltestosterone and fluoxymesterone.

Intramuscular Injection

• Enanthate or testosterone cypionate may be injected into the muscles to increase testosterone levels. These injections increase testosterone levels for 14 days, according to the Digital Urology Journal.

Transdermal

• Transdermal patches have been developed that increase testosterone. They have proven effective in hormone replacement, according to the Digital Urology Journal.

Side Effects

• Increase in testosterone from replacement therapy may cause acne or breast growth and tenderness. Your doctor will monitor your testosterone level for warnings of these symptoms.

Benefits

• Testosterone therapy may cause improvements in energy level, mood, and libido, according to the Digital Urology Journal. Body fat may decrease, and muscle size may grow.