Testim

Not for use in women. Potential for secondary exposure to testosterone; promptly discontinue if signs of virilization in children and women occurs, until cause is identified. Children and women must avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application sites. Increased risk for worsening BPH; monitor for signs/symptoms. Evaluate for prostate cancer prior to and during therapy. Monitor hematocrit prior to initiation, at 3–6 months after starting therapy, then annually; if elevation occurs, withhold until acceptable level. Pre-existing cardiac, renal, or hepatic disease (discontinue if edema occurs). Discontinue and evaluate if signs/symptoms of hepatic dysfunction (eg, jaundice) occur. Possible sleep apnea in patients with obesity or chronic lung diseases. Testosterone and/or other anabolic androgenic steroid abuse. Monitor serum testosterone, PSA, liver function, cholesterol, lipid profile, serum calcium (in cancer patients at risk for hypercalcemia/hypercalciuria) periodically. Monitor for venous thromboembolism; discontinue if suspected. Inform patients of possible increased risk of MI, stroke. Avoid showering or swimming for at least 2hrs after application. Flammable.