Testosterone for Hypogonadism, Male User Reviews (Page 2)

• Har...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 14, 2012

"I switched from Testim to Fortesta a year ago since Testim was causing high blood pressure. I am 43, my T levels were below 200. I had no libido and fatigue. I am now using 8 pumps per day. My PSA's have been great, my pressure is great, my muscle mass is growing, my T levels are above 700, and I am a sexual God according to my wife of 22 years. The sexual drive, performance, stamina, and 'size' have jumped by leaps and bounds. I'm VERY happy with Fortesta. I should note that the original dose of 4 pumps did nothing for me, so my DR bumped it up and maintained it at 8."

• Joa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 24, 2014

"I am Brazilian. So, sorry about my English. I am 57 years old and I started to have a very hard anxiety and depression around 10 years ago. After a lot of different antidepressants and anxiolytic medicines that worsened or destroyed my sexual life for almost 10 years, I found out that I had hypogonadism. My doctor prescribed Axiron 6 months ago, and my depression and anxiety simply disappeared. I now have a normal life, with much more energy, and my sexual life is back. Axiron saved my life."

• DAJ...
• January 31, 2010

"I have been on AndroGel for two months now and I can say this is the best I have felt in the last 5 years. I feel like I am 20 years old again. Not 53 anymore. My T count was at 101. I had no drive whatsoever. Now, 2 months on AndroGel, and I am up to 780 count and still going up. Better body tone, more muscle mass, belly fat going away. I have lost over 15 lbs in 2 months. And I have more energy than I know what to do with. And the wife has no complaints whatsoever."

• drb...
• March 2, 2012

"Axiron is AWESOME. I am 47 and had similar experiences as most everyone else: constant fatigue, no energy or interest in anything, sex drive non-existent. After 8 hrs of sleep, I felt like I needed 8 more and just generally felt like death most of the time. My T level was 135 when I saw my Urologist. After about 3 months of biweekly injections, I was up to 344. Then the Axiron was recommended. After the first application, I felt turbo-charged! It took me about 2 days to get over the initial side effects, which were nausea and a headache, but after about 3 days these went away. I've been on it about 3 weeks now and I feel 19 again. Full of energy, sex drive through the roof. I just hope it keeps up. T levels at 701 now."

• DLe...
• August 20, 2011

"I was recently diagnosed with Hypogonadism, so Axiron is the first replacement medicine I have used. I find it easy to use, and I don't think it has a bad odor. I can barely smell it. I just find that you need to give yourself about one minute per application. You have to move the applicator very slowly so it has time to spread and be absorbed. If you try and rush it, the watery consistency of the product will run down your body. Give yourself about three minutes for it to dry, and then get dressed."

• LEO...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 27, 2024

"I had been diagnosed with very low testosterone levels. Just lacked interest in sex and enjoyment of life. My GP referred me to a hormone specialist and my levels came back as 6.2 nmol/L. I was shown I needed testosterone replacement therapy, and a pump was waiting for me. The gel had great effect within a month or so. My partner noticed I became more interested in sex and just happier in myself. I am on testosterone for the rest of my life, which I'm happy about."

• Rob...
• January 20, 2012

"I am 65 years old, and on April 2011, I had TURP surgery to correct a very enlarged prostate. Before surgery, my T level was approximately 450. After the surgery, it quickly dropped to around 150. My urologist prescribed Testim Gel, and it did not work by increasing the T level. Then switched to Androgel, it also did not work, the T level barely increased to 159. Then switched to Androderm patches, also did not work, in fact, my T level dropped to 121. All these 3 medicines gave me side effects. Then my doctor prescribed Axiron, and it worked incredibly well, in one month my T level went from 121 to 880, and I feel great with NO side effects. I am super satisfied with the results of AXIRON."

• Dal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2019

"I've been on and off AndroGel for over 20 years now. Having had other health issues, I ignored my symptoms of low T for the last two years. My fatigue was quite heavy, I had night sweats that drenched me nightly and rarely a sexual thought. My number was 114.50. Very low. I felt the effects of AndroGel that very same day. I actually had a sexual thought about six hours after applying the gel, and I did not have the night sweats on the very first night. To say I am pleased is an understatement. I'm looking forward to more energy, a pleasant mood, and a clearer mind of thought. I'm very grateful for this medication. The V.A. paid fully for this medication."

• Hap...
• December 4, 2013

"45-year-old male. Healthy but fat. Falling libido, no energy, no joy of life, cranky, lack of focus, and gaining weight. Fatigue so high it was hard to get out of bed. T levels 170. I have been on Axiron for 60 days. Wow, what a difference. First few days I had some nausea and cramping, mood improvement was next followed by increased energy and a screaming boost in libido. Wife now dreads the new me, she thought she was done running away and keeping me off her. Back in the gym after 30 days. Still going 3 days a week doing 45 min of cardio and 15 min weight lifting. Not a lot but for me, it's a huge improvement. Insurance wants to talk to my doctor about my need. This product is awesome, and I will fight to keep it."

• Sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 14, 2014

"I just picked up my prescription and am looking forward to positive results. I've been on antidepressants for about 5 years. I recently read an article that many older (I'm 48) men suffering from depression actually have low testosterone instead. So I had my blood work done and all my levels are normal, except testosterone, which is only 143... extremely low. Like many of you, cost is an issue. Without insurance, it's $440 a month. With insurance, it's $97 a month, which is still too much for me. BUT I went to the Androderm website and got one of their savings cards. All you do is print it out and give it to the pharmacy. Now my cost is half price... only $42."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 2, 2014

"Having used Axiron for 20 months, I thought I'd let you know of my continued good feeling, no adverse effects, most things seem beneficial. I seem to have gotten a bit thicker in size, no increase in length, however. My testicles, which shrunk in size at the beginning of treatment, seem to have returned to their original size, thankfully! I now have a hairy belly above my normal pubic area up to my navel. This area, prior to treatment, was as smooth as my palms, and now I'm developing a happy trail. Perhaps I went through puberty with low T levels. My numbers have gone from 293 to 554 to 570, and the last was 663. Two squirts daily, one applied approximately at 7 a.m. after showering and again at 7 p.m."

• pat...
• March 13, 2013

"I am an older guy (over 65). Last evening was my first experience with the Androderm 2 mg patch. I was not expecting much in the way of results. About an hour and a half after dosing, my penis became fully erect and hard without any physical stimulus. This has not happened in years. This morning I woke with morning wood. More like a willow than an oak, but I will take that. The patch did not come off in the pool while doing water exercises for over an hour. Total Testosterone 381 Free Testosterone 55. So far, I have been very happy with the product."

• Anonymous
• December 7, 2009

"Was feeling depressed, tired all the time and became extremely sore in leg muscles, sex drive low. I was only 26 at the time this all began. Had seen several doctors over next 2 years and they kept treating me with depression medication. Finally, a doctor tested my testosterone levels and it was 165, started January 2008 on testosterone shot 200mg every 2 weeks. Worked great for 8 months, my levels came up to 550, and I was feeling good. I began to get very tired and sore again in August 2008, my doctor switched me to AndroGel and immediately began to feel better. I used AndroGel for over a year now, my strength is back, sex drive is awesome, mood better, and I'm noticing muscle tone getting larger. Just recently had levels checked and came back high 1234, still using AndroGel."

• ccg...
• February 7, 2013

"My husband's testosterone levels have been crashing. He is on opioids for a spinal fusion that did not take. His total testosterone level 3 days ago was 35 when it should be between 550-700! No, that is not a typing error. You can imagine how he was feeling. He has just started the Axiron, so it is too early to tell. I wanted to let everyone know that on Axiron's website, there is a phone number your doctor can call, and the company will send a copay card that will make your cost, even with insurance, $25.00 per month. The card will pay up to $75 per monthly prescription. The card is good for 11 months. Hope this helps! It is definitely some pricey stuff!"

• Sla...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 10, 2012

"I am 56 years old. I started out with very low testosterone levels around 150. Once on AndroGel, the level peaked at about 500, which was our goal. At the higher testosterone achieved with 4 pumps, I encountered a large weight gain (not all muscle either). I also experienced an alarming amount of breast enlargement and breast pain behind the nipple. While on AndroGel for only a few months, I experienced an increase in libido and the return of night/morning erections. I also experienced a remarkable increase in muscle strength."

• dav...
• May 31, 2011

"This is the most effective delivery system yet. In the past I have used Testim - too smelly and left my upper arms full of acne and Striant - somewhat effective but not as efficient in delivering the medicine into the bloodstream. I feel the difference with only 30 mg a day. I think Lilly has a winner here."

• aus...
• July 13, 2011

"I am 30 years old and had a testosterone test done because I have had the following problems: I had gotten more cranky than normal, had been on medicines for depression for about 3 years with not much success, was tired or worn out, had hot flashes or something similar to them, and low sex drive. Anyways, got my results back and my level was only 84. I could not believe that at only 30 I was having to deal with this. Been taking this for a week and can already tell a big difference. It smells like hand sanitizer and goes away quick, easy to use but expensive. I will update as I progress."

• Hel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 12, 2019

"This is my second review of AndroGel. I have now been using it for about 11 days. Still very early to give a complete review. However, I have noticed an improvement in libido. I have found myself thinking more about sex and also noticing women more. I have also noticed a bit more energy, especially getting out of bed. I am on 2 pumps, which is a rather low amount. It hasn't been world-changing, but it has only been 11 days and a low dosage. I'm giving it several months to really evaluate, but if it keeps improving like it has, I will be happy. Hope this helps others."

• Anonymous
• September 30, 2011

"I am a 65-year-old male who was feeling fatigued with little or no libido. My doctor tested my testosterone level and found it to be 200, and after explaining all the possible side effects, asked me if AndroGel 1% was something I would like to try. The best decision I ever made was saying yes. After 3 months and no side effects, my energy level has returned to all aspects of my life, and all my test results are normal."

• Anonymous
• September 16, 2012

"I am 35, and in the past year, I could feel I was losing everything and fast. I had my doctor run some tests, and low testosterone came up. I was at 52, almost nothing, and I was definitely feeling it. I have been on AndroGel now for 6 months. My most recent test shows 456, and I am feeling much better."

• pog...
• July 11, 2013

"After one year of an average of 25 mg a day, at 72 years old, I have decent energy, great erections, and my weight has stayed at 155 lbs. It's still a good plan to keep Viagra, Levitra, etc., on hand. I find that it causes pain in my arm muscles, so I must stay on one pump, on my abdomen. Don't overuse, age is age."

• Jag...
• January 29, 2009

"Have been using it for less than 30 days. Noticed a difference in 3 days (as the pamphlet said). I now feel 62 or less, instead of 90. Not nearly as irritable. Applying to stomach area where I have a surgery scar, which the gel (possibly the alcohol) irritates. I've been objective, taking into consideration the psychological aspect."

• Ale...
• May 21, 2009

"I began testosterone treatment in June of 2008. I self-injected 200 mg of Enanthate. After 2 months, I stopped using it due to painful injection sites. In 10/08, my doctor prescribed me the AndroGel pumps. My levels were at 198, which for a 36-year-old male is way low, no wonder I felt terrible. No drive to do anything, including sex, which for me was unheard of. I started out with two pumps, but I noticed no change. In 11/08, 4 pumps actually caused a drop in my levels. In 01/09, I began six pumps. In the past 5 months, I have felt good. I am playing sports again, sex life is better, and I have lost 15 lbs. I have no side effects. Still a head of hair! I just feel really good. I feel like I am 26 again. No regrets. Use 100 mg of B6 and more protein."

• maj...
• February 29, 2012

"I am a 54-year-old male and experienced erectile dysfunction for many years. T levels were about 80, although I work out regularly and carry a fair amount of muscle. The doctor put me on Testim for about a year, and my levels went up to about 400, but the gel smells terrible, takes a long time to dry, and is sticky when dry. The doctor then recommended I try Fortesta. It comes in a pressurized pump that is easy to apply on your thighs. It dries within seconds and has no smell at all! Within a few days, I started to feel stronger during weight training and experienced more vivid dreams. After 6 weeks, T levels were almost 800! I had also tried the T implant, called Testopel, but I like Fortesta better. I do shower before bed to avoid transmitting to my wife."

• Anonymous
• August 4, 2011

"I am a 54-year-old male with a history of anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders from about age 38. T-levels were always on the low side of normal but had recently dropped significantly. Symptoms became worse. Started an exercise program and could not lose any weight, and recovery was slow. Started taking Fortesta on June 5, 2011. I had no site reactions or any other adverse reactions. I did notice an immediate increase in resistance training performance, cardio performance, and recovery. Weight loss accelerated even though appetite increased. Mood has changed positively, although not as significantly as physical changes have. The medicine is very expensive, which is definitely a downside, especially if this turns out to be a lifelong regimen."