Testosterone Enanthate Injection

Name: Testosterone Enanthate Injection

Uses of Testosterone Enanthate Injection

  • It is used to treat breast cancer in women.
  • It is used to treat low testosterone levels.
  • It is used in certain children when puberty is delayed.
  • It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

How is this medicine (Testosterone Enanthate Injection) best taken?

Use testosterone enanthate injection as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

  • This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine.
  • If you are taking warfarin, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood work checked more closely while you are taking it with testosterone enanthate injection.
  • Wash your hands before and after use.
  • It is given as a shot into a muscle.
  • If you will be giving yourself the shot, your doctor or nurse will teach you how to give the shot.
  • Follow how to use as you have been told by the doctor or read the package insert.
  • Do not use if the solution is cloudy, leaking, or has particles.
  • Do not use if solution changes color.
  • Throw away needles in a needle/sharp disposal box. Do not reuse needles or other items. When the box is full, follow all local rules for getting rid of it. Talk with a doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

  • Use a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
  • If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
  • Do not use 2 doses or extra doses.

What are some other side effects of Testosterone Enanthate Injection?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

  • Headache.
  • Pimples (acne).
  • Loose stools (diarrhea).
  • Emotional ups and downs.
  • Change in sex interest.
  • Change in sex ability.
  • Feeling tired or weak.
  • Not able to sleep.
  • Irritation where testosterone enanthate injection is used.
  • Pain where the shot was given.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

How do I store and/or throw out Testosterone Enanthate Injection?

  • If you need to store this medicine at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.
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