Testosterone replacement therapy can be administered in a number of different ways. Each type of testosterone replacement therapy listed below have been connected in causing a 29% increase in the risk of heart attack, stroke and death.
Testosterone Creams and Gels
- AndroGel is a gel testosterone replacement therapy that is applied to the shoulder or upper arms daily.
- Axiron is a testosterone replacement therapy that is applied to the underarm area daily.
- Fortesta is a gel testosterone replacement therapy that is applied to the thighs daily.
- Testim is a gel testosterone replacement therapy that is applied to the shoulders daily.
Testosterone Injections
- Delatestryl is a testosterone replacement therapy in the form of an injection.
Other Types of Testosterone Replacement Therapies
- Androderm is a testosterone replacement therapy patch that is applied to the stomach, thighs, back or upper arms daily.
- Striant is a testosterone replacement therapy that adheres to the gums and is placed twice daily.
- Testopel is a pellet testosterone replacement therapy that is placed under the skin to continuously deliver testosterone for 3 – 6 months at a time.
Recent studies indicate that any of these types of testosterone replacement therapy can cause a 29% increase in the risk of cardiac arrest, stroke and death. Contact our office today at 814.254.2637 to schedule a free legal consultation regarding any potential claim for injuries caused by testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). We look forward to working with you to resolve any injury claim.