{"id":632745,"date":"2025-07-03T17:54:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T21:54:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=632745"},"modified":"2026-03-17T16:01:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T20:01:34","slug":"testosterone-cypionate-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/testosterone-cypionate-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Testosterone cypionate alternatives: What can I take instead of testosterone cypionate?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Testosterone cypionate<\/span> is a generic prescription medication that is <\/span>FDA-approved<\/span> for men with <\/span>low testosterone levels<\/span> due to primary <\/span>hypogonadism<\/span> or hypogonadotropic <\/span>hypogonadism<\/span>. Also known by its <\/span>brand name<\/span> Depo-Testosterone<\/span>, <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> is a type of <\/span>testosterone replacement therapy<\/span> (<\/span>TRT<\/span>)<\/span><\/a>\u2014a form of hormone replacement therapy\u2014used to restore normal <\/span>testosterone levels<\/span> and relieve its associated symptoms. In some cases, <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> may cause unpleasant <\/span>side effects,<\/span> or its price may be too expensive. Either way, some people may seek an alternative to <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll discuss <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> alternatives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What can I take instead of <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Testosterone cypionate<\/span> is a common medication used to treat <\/span>low testosterone levels<\/span><\/a>. However, if you\u2019re looking for an alternative, there are many other options, such as other <\/span>injectable testosterone<\/span> drugs, <\/span>transdermal<\/span> testosterones, <\/span>oral testosterones<\/span>, and subdermal testosterones. Each of these alternatives has its own dosages, <\/span>side effects<\/span>, and warnings. <\/span>
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The following table lists some common <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> alternatives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Compare testosterone cypionate alternatives<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Drug name<\/b><\/td>\nPrice without insurance<\/b><\/td>\nSingleCare price<\/b><\/td>\nSavings options<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Depo-Testosterone<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span><\/a>)<\/span><\/td>\n$81 for 2, 1 mL of 200 mg\/mL vials<\/span><\/td>\n$31 for 2, 1 mL of 200 mg\/mmL vials of generic <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Xyosted<\/span> <\/a>(<\/span>testosterone enanthate<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n$844 for 4, 0.5 mL of 100 mg\/0.5 mL pens<\/span><\/td>\n$574 for 4, 0.5 mL of 100 mg\/0.5mL pens of <\/span>brand-name<\/span> Xyosted<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Testim<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>testosterone gel<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n$758 for 30, 5gm of 50mg\/5gm tube<\/span><\/td>\n$94 for 30, 5gm of 50 mg\/5 gm tubes of generic <\/span>Testim<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Natesto<\/span> <\/a>(testosterone nasal gel)<\/span><\/td>\n$383 for 1, 7.32 gm of 5.5 mg\/spray tube of gel<\/span><\/td>\n$243 for 1, 7.32 gm of 5.5 mg\/spray tube of gel of <\/span>brand-name<\/span> Natesto<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jatenzo<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n$1,359 for 60, 237 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n$920 for 60, 237 mg capsules of generic <\/span>Jatenzo<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kyzatrex<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n$61 for 10, 100 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n$16 for 10, 100 mg capsules of <\/span>brand-name<\/span> Kyzatrex<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tlando<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n$1,000 for 120, 112.5 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n$834 for 120, 112.5 mg capsules of <\/span>brand-name<\/span> Tlando<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Testopel<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n$1,307 for 10, 75 mg pellets<\/span><\/td>\n$1,095 for 10, 75 mg pellets of <\/span>brand-name<\/span> Testopel<\/span><\/td>\nSee latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Top 5 <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> alternatives<\/span><\/h2>\n

The following are some of the most common alternatives to <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. <\/span>Xyosted<\/span><\/h3>\n

Testosterone cypionate<\/span>, or <\/span>Depo-Testosterone<\/span>, and <\/span>Xyosted<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>testosterone enanthate<\/span>) are both injectable <\/span>forms of testosterone<\/span> that are used to treat adult males with a <\/span>testosterone deficiency<\/span>. However, they can be delivered differently and have different <\/span>side effect<\/span> profiles. For example, <\/span>Xyosted<\/span> is administered via <\/span>subcutaneous<\/span> (under the skin) injection while <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> is given through an <\/span>intramuscular injection<\/span>. They are both controlled III substances, however, <\/span>Xyosted<\/span> commonly causes increased <\/span>blood pressure<\/span> and increased hematocrit (a component of red blood cells), while <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> can cause baldness and changes in libido (<\/span>sex drive<\/span>).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. <\/span>Testim<\/span><\/h3>\n

Unlike <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>, <\/span>Testim<\/span><\/a> is a <\/span>brand-name<\/span> medication. They are both considered <\/span>testosterone replacement therapies<\/span>, but <\/span>Testim<\/span> is a topical gel that you apply to the skin, while <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> is an injection. As a topical drug, there is a risk of the medication being transferred to loved ones or children. However, unlike injections, topical medications are not as painful upon administration. The cost of <\/span>brand-name<\/span> Testim<\/span> is much higher than the cost of <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>, but a SingleCare discount card can help lower the price significantly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. <\/span>Jatenzo<\/span><\/h3>\n

Jatenzo<\/span><\/a> is a <\/span>brand-name<\/span> oral <\/span>formulation<\/span> of testosterone that is a <\/span>testosterone replacement therapy<\/span>. It is typically taken twice daily, which is much more frequent than <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>, which is usually administered once every two to four weeks. Unlike <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>, <\/span>Jatenzo<\/span> is only available as a <\/span>brand-name<\/span> medication at this time, therefore, its cost is very high in comparison to <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Kyzatrex<\/span><\/h3>\n

Kyzatrex<\/span><\/a> is another oral <\/span>form of testosterone<\/span> that comes in a capsule. Unlike <\/span>Jatenzo<\/span>, it has a <\/span>boxed warning<\/span><\/a> for the risk of increased <\/span>blood pressure<\/span>. However, it is taken twice daily just as <\/span>Jatenzo<\/span> is. Both <\/span>Jatenzo<\/span> and Kyzatrex are <\/span>brand-name<\/span> medications that do not have generics available.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. <\/span>Testopel<\/span><\/h3>\n

Testopel<\/span><\/a> is another <\/span>testosterone replacement therapy<\/span> that comes as pellets that are implanted under the skin. It is more long-acting than <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>, as the drug is typically administered once every 3 to 6 months. In comparison, <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span> is usually given once every 2 to 4 weeks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Natural alternatives to <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span><\/h2>\n

Some people may be curious about a natural alternative to <\/span>testosterone cypionate<\/span>. While there are no natural alternatives that are <\/span>FDA-approved<\/span> to treat <\/span>low testosterone levels<\/span>, many <\/span>over-the-counter<\/span> supplements<\/span> claim to do so. These include dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and D-aspartic acid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

DHEA is a <\/span>natural hormone<\/span><\/a> in the body that is used to produce testosterone and other <\/span>sex hormones<\/span>. It is sold as a <\/span>dietary <\/span>supplement<\/span><\/a> that people take to help with <\/span>erectile dysfunction<\/span> (ED), libido, muscle strength, and other uses. However, <\/span>research<\/span><\/a> shows there is little effectiveness for its use in increasing <\/span>testosterone levels<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

D-aspartic acid<\/span><\/a> is believed to be involved in the production and release of testosterone in the body, and many people think it can be used as a testosterone booster. While there is <\/span>evidence<\/span><\/a> that D-aspartic acid can increase <\/span>testosterone levels<\/span> in male animals, more information is needed to confirm whether it can have this effect in humans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Otherwise, certain lifestyle changes may help maintain and improve <\/span>testosterone levels<\/span>, <\/span>including<\/span><\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n