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Axiron and Burning: What Users Say

Burning: mentioned by 4 users (4.2%)

Based on user experiences from 95 Axiron reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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fatigue 6.3%
sexual dysfunction 6.3%
moody 5.3%
tiredness 5.3%
burning 4.2%
headaches 4.2%
nausea 4.2%
anger 3.2%
depression 3.2%
weight gain 3.2%

Reviews for Axiron

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Commonly mentioned side effects
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  • January 19, 2013

For Hypogonadism, Male "I was on Androgel when I read about Axiron. While Androgel was OK, it didn't seem to do much for my libido. It did help with weight loss, but other effects were mild. I asked my doctor to switch my prescription, which he did. Wow, this stuff really upped my libido significantly. I am 69 and feeling more like 45. Other than the mild burning after applying it (like some deodorants), I have not experienced any negative side effects. Application, once you realize you don't push the pump like you do with Androgel (sends it flying), but press slowly and apply slowly, it is actually faster and easier to do with less mess. I would highly recommend trying this if you are having problems with diminished libido."

10 / 10
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  • Sup...
  • March 18, 2013

For Hypogonadism, Male "Same symptoms as most other reviewers. Been on Axiron for about a month now. Feeling significantly better. Mood, energy, and sex drive are way up. Noticed slight sinus burning/headaches, but I'm not sure they are associated with Axiron. Underarm redness and burning have been pretty significant, but bearable. Don't know levels yet. Another test to come."

8 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • October 2, 2012

For Hypogonadism, Male "Well, my experience isn't as positive as most. I've been on Axiron for about 4 months, 2 pumps a day. When I began, my total testosterone was 209. Today, it is 130, so it dropped about 80 points in 4 months while on this. Early on, it did seem to improve things. Application isn't the best, as it tends to run and drip. I also burned quite a bit, which I eventually got used to. I am switching to Androgel, which I've used in the past, and will hopefully have better results with that one. Overall, Axiron is worth a shot if you have low T because it does seem to help quite a few guys - just not me."

2 / 10
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 25, 2015

For Hypogonadism, Male "When I first started using Axiron, it burned for a few minutes. I was afraid this would be the rest of my life. Nope! Two weeks later, the burning stopped. I have tried Testim, Androgel, and hated the messy applications and feared spreading it on my nieces. This goes under my arm, and I love it! It is worth the extra 30 dollars from my insurance. I do recommend!"

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