What is Testim: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Testim

• Throw away the empty pump, tube, or packet in a place where children and pets cannot reach it.

• Wash your hands with soap and warm water after you use this medicine.

• Solution: This medicine comes in 2 forms: a pump actuated metered dose bottle and a twist actuated metered dose bottle.Apply an antiperspirant or deodorant spray at least 2 minutes before you apply this medicine.Use an applicator to apply the solution to clean and dry underarms. Do not apply this medicine to any other part of your body.Wipe any medicine that drips or runs with an applicator. Do not rub the solution with your fingers or hand.Rinse the applicator cup with water and pat it dry with a tissue. Put the cup and cap back onto the pump actuated metered dose bottle. Put the lid back on the twist actuated metered dose bottle.Allow the solution to dry for at least 3 minutes before you cover the area with clothing. Do not shower or swim for at least 2 hours.

• Gel: Apply the gel only to your shoulders, upper arms, or thighs. Do not apply this medicine to your scrotum or penis.Allow the gel to dry before you cover the area with clothing. Wait for at least 2 to 5 hours after you apply this medicine before you shower or swim.

• Children and women should avoid contact with the unwashed or unclothed area where the testosterone gel has been applied. If another person accidentally gets this medicine on his or her skin, wash the area with soap and water right away.

• Apply this medicine at the same time every day in the morning, unless your doctor tells you differently.

• Apply the medicine to clean, dry, intact skin. Do not apply to skin that has a cut, scrape, or other injury.

• Follow the manufacturer's directions on how to prime the pump before you use it the first time. Do not use the medicine that comes out during priming. Rinse it down the drain.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• If any medicine gets in your eyes, rinse them right away with water and call your doctor. Do not drink this medicine.

• The medicine is flammable until it dries on the skin. Do not smoke or go near an open flame until the gel or solution has dried and you have covered the area with clothing.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Keep the medicine in a safe place. Do not give it to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.

• Wash your hands with soap and warm water after you use this medicine.

• Throw away the empty pump, tube, or packet in a place where children and pets cannot reach it.

• Gel: Apply the gel only to your shoulders, upper arms, or thighs. Do not apply this medicine to your scrotum or penis.Allow the gel to dry before you cover the area with clothing. Wait for at least 2 to 5 hours after you apply this medicine before you shower or swim.

• Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• The medicine is flammable until it dries on the skin. Do not smoke or go near an open flame until the gel or solution has dried and you have covered the area with clothing.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Follow the manufacturer's directions on how to prime the pump before you use it the first time. Do not use the medicine that comes out during priming. Rinse it down the drain.

• Solution: This medicine comes in 2 forms: a pump actuated metered dose bottle and a twist actuated metered dose bottle.Apply an antiperspirant or deodorant spray at least 2 minutes before you apply this medicine.Use an applicator to apply the solution to clean and dry underarms. Do not apply this medicine to any other part of your body.Wipe any medicine that drips or runs with an applicator. Do not rub the solution with your fingers or hand.Rinse the applicator cup with water and pat it dry with a tissue. Put the cup and cap back onto the pump actuated metered dose bottle. Put the lid back on the twist actuated metered dose bottle.Allow the solution to dry for at least 3 minutes before you cover the area with clothing. Do not shower or swim for at least 2 hours.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• Keep the medicine in a safe place. Do not give it to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.

• Apply the medicine to clean, dry, intact skin. Do not apply to skin that has a cut, scrape, or other injury.

• Children and women should avoid contact with the unwashed or unclothed area where the testosterone gel has been applied. If another person accidentally gets this medicine on his or her skin, wash the area with soap and water right away.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Apply this medicine at the same time every day in the morning, unless your doctor tells you differently.

• If any medicine gets in your eyes, rinse them right away with water and call your doctor. Do not drink this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Testim

Testim contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to testosterone, or if you have breast cancer or prostate cancer.

Testim warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, lung disease, blood clotting problems, diabetes, an enlarged prostate, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, or a history of heart attack or stroke.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Increased risk of prostate cancerBlood clot in your leg or lungPossible increased risk of heart attack or strokeLower sperm countLiver problems

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.

Testim interactions

• Some medicines can affect how testosterone works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Insulin, oxyphenbutazoneBlood thinner (including warfarin)Steroid medicine (including dexamethasone, hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, prednisone)

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Increased risk of prostate cancerBlood clot in your leg or lungPossible increased risk of heart attack or strokeLower sperm countLiver problems

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.