Testosterone replacement in primary and secondary male hypogonadism.
Description
Indications/Use
Testosterone replacement in primary and secondary male hypogonadism.
Dosage/Instructions for Use
Dosing Regimen: Testosterone undecanoate (Nebido) is injected once every 10 to 14 weeks (1 vial is equivalent to 1000 mg of testosterone undecanoate). Injections at this frequency maintain adequate testosterone levels without causing accumulation.
Injections must be given very slowly. Testosterone undecanoate (Nebido) is strictly for intramuscular use. Special care must be taken to avoid intravascular injection.
Additional Information for Special Populations: Pediatric Patients: Testosterone undecanoate (Nebido) is not indicated for use in children and adolescents and has not been clinically evaluated in males under 18 years of age
Geriatric Patients: Limited data suggest that no dose adjustment is required in elderly patients
Patients with Hepatic Insufficiency: No formal studies have been conducted in patients with hepatic insufficiency. Testosterone undecanoate (Nebido) is contraindicated in men with past or current liver tumors
Patients with Renal Insufficiency: No formal studies have been conducted in patients with renal insufficiency.
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