Testosterone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Dude
• April 29, 2013

Testim (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "Male, 53, went on for low drive, apathy, loss of muscle, weight gain, inability to exercise due to joint pain and frequent injuries. Blood levels of about 250. The first 8 days of use were the hardest - headaches, strong smell, so strong I thought I could taste it! This was on the 50 mg tube, 1 x per day. Was about to give up on it, and then all side effects vanished on day 9! After two weeks, my blood pressure has dropped from 160/100 and on medication to 120/80, and I am exercising daily. Note - highly recommend using latex medical exam gloves to apply - no mess, no cross-contamination, better drying, no waste. Also, use small needle-nose pliers to get the last 5% - 10% out of the tube. Miracle."

• nhrafan
• September 16, 2011

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I am 44 years old, and I suffer from low testosterone levels due to the removal of an undescended testicle in 2009. I began with injectable testosterone in November 2010, but my doctor has switched me to AndroGel, which I apply to my shoulders and stomach area as instructed. I have noticed a very positive change in my energy, and also, I do not have any more hot flashes, mood swings, or tears like I had been experiencing due to levels dropping between scheduled injections. AndroGel is one of the best medicines on the market, and I would highly recommend that any men suffering from the effects of low testosterone talk to their doctor. If it works for you, it is well worth trying. You won't believe how your energy and stamina will increase."

• Steel...
• October 11, 2010

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "Just got my tests back from the doctor. T levels were 951... Up from 88 in one month! Apparently, I'm applying it correctly. I apply it to my hip bones, top of shoulders, and outer and upper arms, flanks. I don't let any of it go to waste. Just try to take this from me. I feel I have a newfound wealth. Thank you."

• Anonymous
• April 4, 2009

Androderm (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "Changed my life too. I lost weight and feel so much better. My case was not severe, but just enough to make me feel bad. I was not more than 15 lbs more than I should have been. I lost all of that easily, and I am able to work stronger and more efficiently (physically). I am so glad my doctor figured this out."

• KMBD
• April 24, 2013

Axiron (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I have tried it all! Very frustrated with the lack of results, my doctor put me on Axiron about a month ago. This is the one product that has truly changed my life. I feel much better. I feel much more energetic, and my anxiety and mood issues are gone. I really hope this is not too good to be true!"

• mikes...
• November 8, 2010

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "Been using AndroGel for about 18 months now. Started in May 2009 with four pumps a day and felt great, and my erections were firm and sex was great. But over time, my T levels started dropping, so in December 2009, I was moved up to 5 pumps. In August, almost like a light switch went off, my sex drive nosedived and I lost interest in sex. In October, I had my physical and found that my T level had dropped to 284, which is low. I'm 52, workout four days a week, in great shape. My urologist moved me to 8 pumps a day since October 23, and to date, I still don't feel any different, and there is no sex drive. Still no erections or the ability to maintain one. Any thoughts on this? It has been 18 days since I went to 8 pumps."

• Sparky...
• July 28, 2011

Axiron (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "WOW! I was wary at first when my doctor offered this new topical testosterone at my annual check-up. The doctor gave me a free month to start and then a co-pay card that covered me at $25.00 per month for the first year. I even read on the card that it covers cash-paying patients without insurance coverage. Pay attention to the instructions because this is way different from the gels. No mess if you follow the instructions. No more Androgel mess. Piece of cake. Thanks, Doctor."

• Strong...
• November 22, 2014

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I am a 75-year-old male, 5 years at the gym, fairly muscular. I had a 330 ng/ml total testosterone, and I decided to check with the urologist if I could use this medicine. After a few tests, he decided to give me the patches that gave a rash and no improvement at all. The doctor started me with the 1% gel - 2 pumps in the morning, and the next reading was 207 ng/ml. I went back to his office, and he told me, "You need more medicine," and put me on AndroGel 1.62% - 4 pumps in the morning for about 3 months. To my surprise, the next reading was 440 ng/ml, and 3 months later, it was 754 ng/ml. At some point, I ran out of insurance coverage for this year, and I had to reduce to 2 pumps - 1.62%. Then my testosterone level fell to 220 ng/ml again."

• David
• June 25, 2015

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "Terrible. You feel a bump in energy and libido the first 1-2 weeks and then it drops. They up the dose and it happens again. I started at 230 test and went on this drug. It dropped to 198! It does not absorb. That is the problem. And when it does it supposedly becomes DHT which is like a female hormone. The only reason this drug sells is because people are deperate for help."

• JBrow...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 30, 2012

Axiron (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "Switched from Androgel to Axiron 3 weeks ago as total T levels slipped back into the low range. Effects were immediate and noticeable. Great workouts, better mood, more energy, increased libido, and truly major physical changes! I'm 50 years old and, for the first time in my life, I have a lean, flat stomach without changing my workout at all. My weights at the gym have increased by about 20%. I do 45 mins of lifting, 30 mins of cardio 4-5 times a week. In three weeks, my body has changed completely, and people are noticing! Go back to Dr. in 3 weeks to check levels... so far, it's been amazing for me."

• sc00r...
• April 14, 2011

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I had been using Cialis, which worked for a boost for about four years, and in the fifth year, even after taking a dose, I didn't have interest in sex. My doctor ran a blood test and determined my T level was low. For the past 4 months, I have used the 2.5 gram AndroGel packs daily. I generally feel better. I have lost my belly flab. My love interest is better, although I still rely on Cialis, but now I have total control of my orgasm. I have lost testicle size, in fact, at times they will ascend into the inguinal canal until I push them back out. In short, this 64-year-old would say that AndroGel is a nice improvement."

• young...
• January 30, 2010

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I am almost 50. I've been using AndroGel for 8 months. Before I started using, I was tired all the time, had no energy, and had very little sex drive. I have had no side effects, and I feel like I'm 25 again!"

• Brook...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 16, 2014

Androderm (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I am 54 and have been using patches for 2 years. Testosterone is back from 190 to 400 on average; energy is back, plus good marital functioning, if you know what I mean. I notice sometimes they do not stick well if water gets under it and do not place it on a body part with lots of motion. The longer you use it, the better the result. My facial hair has filled out much more. Just make sure your MD does a CBC to make sure you do not have too much red blood cell production."

• Testi...
• July 27, 2009

Testim (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "My understanding is that using a gel helps provide a more even dose than going with shots. I do have to comment on the strong smell of Testim. It's not a bad smell, however, it is too strong. Would you want to go into an important business meeting after having dumped on a half bottle of some strong perfume? Not me. I am considering asking my doctor for alternatives to Testim just because of its smell."

• Yoyoyo
• March 6, 2013

Axiron (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I'm a 35-year-old male with hypogonadism (primary testicular failure not producing any sperm and smaller testicles). My T level was 200 nmol/L, which is below the lower limit of the normal range. This is day 2 of being on Axiron (60 mg/day dose), and I already feel different: my mental cloudiness is gone, I have more energy, and I don't need to drink that much coffee to stay awake. Got a strong 'morning wood' like I haven't had in years. Erections and orgasms are also quite improved already! I feel that my body is finally performing at the level it should be. Yeah! The only downside is I observed myself snapping momentarily with anger for small things.. I'll keep posting about my experience. I can't believe how different I feel in just 2 days!"

• Anonymous
• July 8, 2010

For Hypogonadism, Male "25-year-old male, T levels in the 200's (average). Started off taking 200 mg (1 cc) every 14 days. Had the roller coaster effect, eventually switched to 10 days, but because of my schedule, the doctor told me I could go to 7 days. Been on it for 2 years and never had any issues except for reading too many posts and thinking I needed something else, such as an estrogen blocker. Never got man-boobs, lumps, or reversed side effects, so I think I will trust my body and not someone else's opinion."

• J123
• October 12, 2013

Testim (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I'm 51. My testosterone level had dropped to about 150. I hadn't been to a doc in a few years and have been gaining weight and feeling more fatigued and less motivated. Doc offered Testim and others, but said Testim seemed to absorb better than others. He mentioned the possible smell and stickiness, but I gave it a try. Today was my fourth day, and it really seems to already be helping with fatigue and overall motivation. I'm going over to the gym and working out this morning, and I'm going to get the house cleaned up too. Perhaps just psychological this early. Regardless, I feel MUCH better already. I really don't see the smell or sticky issues, seems about like hand sanitizer. Rub it in a minute or so, no smell or stickiness. Happy!"

• OldSk...
• February 22, 2017

Natesto (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I'm a 48-year-old hypogonadism male who self-injected for 5 plus years and hated it. The only reason I did it was to avoid the transference of the gels to my kids and fiancée. I was offered Natesto and was skeptical of the three times a day thing, but to be honest, it literally takes a couple of seconds and I get an energy boost every time I take it. My fiancée is a little younger than I am, so on date nights (concerts specifically) I'll take my third dose later, and it's like a shot of espresso. This had been a life changer for me. I would feel good for a couple of days with the shots, then I could feel the come down. With the Natesto, I feel even all the time, and I have my workout energy back. There's a little learning curve to applying it in the nose."

• older...
• December 9, 2009

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I have been using AndroGel for almost 6 months. Then, I had a testosterone reading of 45. Now, I am over 700 and feel much better about many things, including sex drive and desire, as well as a general outlook on life. I do have very tender nipples and find that somewhat annoying, but I am hoping that will subside."

• crow
• September 23, 2009

Testim (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I recently turned 40 years old, and for at least the last five years, I have suffered from chronic depression, lack of motivation, no drive for life, and little did I know, a huge loss in sex drive. I decided to enter all the symptoms I had into a search engine. One of the first things that came up was low testosterone. I was shocked, and as soon as I could, I got tested. My reading was 240. I think if you are under 400, it should be an area of concern. After using Testim for two weeks, my mood began to get better. Motivation began to increase at work. Sex drive is through the roof. I'm looking forward to further benefits. Life-changing medicine. Smell is sort of alcohol-ish. When people ask about the smell, I joke about it."

• Leonard
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 23, 2020

AndroGel (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I've suffered from neck pain for several years & having tried numerous treatments I ended up on Codeine which I've been taking up to 150mg per day. Later I was diagnosed with osteoporosis & subsequently hypogonadism for which I was prescibed testosterone replacement in the form of Testogel. A surprising effect for me was that after 3 to 4 weeks my neck pain reduced considerably and I was able to cut my Codeine intake by 2 thirds! Following research I discovered that prolonged opioid usage does indeed reduce testosterone levels. Now, after a couple of months of testosterone replacement I feel transformed. I have more energy, I sleep better, my general mood is far more positive, my libido has noticeably increased & best of all, 10 years of debilitating neck pain has all but gone. I have only one regret and that is I wish I'd have started this treatment long ago."

• Anonymous
• October 5, 2011

Axiron (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I've done Androgel and a clinical trial for Fortigel, both of which were applied to the upper thigh. The feeling of these treatments was different to me than that of Axiron. Axiron seems to fill me with more energy, and I can literally feel it work as my body surges with more energy. Libido is improved, but not as noticeably as the Fortigel, but still good. I like the Axiron better than the others, it gives me a nice, well-rounded energetic feeling."

• Happy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2013

Axiron (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I just want to see if anyone has had this experience. My husband started Axiron 4 weeks ago, and the day he started it, miraculously, his personality changed. He has an extremely low sex drive, with a T level on the lowest side of normal levels, but the main reason he started Axiron was due to his irritable, moody, crabby personality. The thing is, he bought a new car around the same time, so it is possibly a combination of things as to why his mood is not so crappy. I actually like spending time with him now, and I guess I shouldn't worry as to why his persona has improved greatly, but I'm just curious. He is 46."

• cen
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 20, 2013

Testim (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "45-year-old, healthcare professional, low testosterone for about 3 years and have tried injections and Androgel with limited success. Started Testim in May and my numbers have actually been so high that I had to cut down the dose or dose every other day. Huge muscle mass gain and weight loss, >35 lbs in 3 months with diet and exercise (I'm sure the Testim helped), no after-work naps anymore. Be sure to check T and E2 levels regularly, but this is the best topical testosterone you can get as far as absorption. Smell is a complete non-issue, and most who even smell it, love it. A bit sticky but easily, easily manageable. First T levels were 1100 with a free T of 250 (both too high)."

• Raybo
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 2, 2013

Fortesta (testosterone) for Hypogonadism, Male "I am a 67-year-old male who has suffered from low testosterone for many years. I have been using Fortesta for 2 months and have seen a remarkable increase in my sex drive and sense of well-being. My penis has increased in size when soft to double its previous size. Fortesta is great."