Category Archives: Testosterone Information

Reading Time: 2 minutesAMARILLO -- Testosterone is what makes a man a man. For some reason though, more and more young men are experiencing decreased levels known as "Low T". In the middle of doing a story on a book about low testosterone, written by Amarilloans Dr. Sloan Teeple and his wife Susan, I noticed a lot of the symptoms fit me. Okay, it was all of them. So, I decided to be a guinea pig. One exam and blood test later, sure enough, I had the testosterone level of a 90 year old man. . Dr. Teeple says for whatever reason, testosterone … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteRecently, Perrigo Company (PRGO) announced that it has gained approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) pertaining to its New Drug Application (NDA) for testosterone gel 1%. We note that the New Drug Application filed by the company with the US regulatory body included a bioequivalence study comparing testosterone gel 1% with AbbVie Inc.'s (ABBV) AndroGel 1%. We note that AndroGel 1% (testosterone gel 1%) is marketed for treating males (above 18 years of age) with low or no testosterone in their body. The annual sales of this product were approximately $705 million, according to data released by … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesALLEGAN, Mich., Feb. 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Perrigo Company (Nasdaq: PRGO;TASE) announced that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for its New Drug Application (NDA) for testosterone gel 1%.Perrigo's NDA included a bioequivalence study that compared its product to AbbVie's AndroGel 1%. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120301/DE62255LOGO ) AndroGel 1% (testosterone gel 1%) is indicated to treat adult males who have low or no testosterone. Annual sales were approximately $705 million annually, as measured by Symphony Health. Perrigo's Chairman and CEO Joseph C. Papa stated, "This filing is another example of our investment in new products and continued focus on bringing … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesABBOTT PARK, Ill., Dec. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Testosterone is an important androgen hormone in the health and well-being of men and women. Testosterone levels are associated with sexual development, libido, protection against osteoporosis, and cardiovascular health. In men, insufficient testosterone levels (hypogonadism) have been linked to obesity and low libido. In women, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder that can result in excessive production of testosterone, leading to infertility, irregular or absent menstrual periods, and hirsutism (excess body and facial hair). Inappropriate testosterone levels can also result in precocious or delayed puberty. The measurement of testosterone plays … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Lipocine Inc. (www.lipocine.com) announced today that the Company recently met with the FDA and received guidance and go-ahead for the Companys pivotal Phase III study for its oral testosterone replacement therapy (LPCN 1021). Lipocine presented the results of its Phase II trials to the FDA that indicated LPCN 1021 exceed both Primary and Secondary endpoints that are required according to FDA criteria for approval. As a result of the meeting, Lipocine is preparing plans to initiate its Phase III study. We are pleased with FDA feedback into the design of our Phase III protocol and look … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCombining testosterone therapy with Viagra doesn't make the little blue pill more effective in treating erectile dysfunction, according to a study done at Boston University and published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. However, lead author Matthew Spitzer, MD and colleagues found that optimized doses of sildenafil, the generic name for Viagra, boosted erectile function scores by 7.7 points from a baseline of less than 25 for men with erectile dysfunction and low testosterone levels. "Administration of sildenafil alone was associated with a substantial increase in EFD score," the authors wrote. "The findings were similar for other domains of sexual … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesREUTERS - Using a testosterone gel in addition to Viagra doesn't make the little blue pill work any better, according to a U.S. study. Studies have suggested that about one-quarter to one-third of men with erectile dysfunction, or ED, also have low testosterone, and the authors of the study - which appeared in the Annals of Internal Medicine - say that a starting course of sildenafil citrate, marketed as Viagra, helped improve sexual function for men with both conditions. But adding testosterone, typically prescribed to men who have both low testosterone levels and symptoms such as little interest in sex … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Using a testosterone gel in addition to Viagra doesn't make the little blue pill work any better, according to a new study. The report's lead researcher said testosterone is typically prescribed to men who have both low testosterone levels and symptoms such as little interest in sex or low bone and muscle mass. But, "there's a tremendous amount of clinical judgment" that goes into that, said Dr. Matthew Spitzer, from the Boston University School of Medicine. "People are certainly being prescribed and using these medications at increasing amounts." According to Spitzer, studies have suggested that … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesConsumer reporting by HRL is based off of the growing trend of T.V. media promoting the importance of enhancing testosterone in males as they age. (PRWEB) November 16, 2012 More men are getting older, and men are more open about talking about erectile dysfunction, lack of energy, less mental stimulation and overall degradation. Increased diagnosis of low testosterone is driven by an aging population, less stigma, and more precise tests. Men commonly say they feel excessively fatigued, weaker, depressed, and that they have lost their sex drive, all common symptoms of a drop in testosterone Testosterone is a naturally occurring … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesProgene, a leading, all-natural testosterone supplement brand, has teamed with IndieGoGo.com, an industry-recognized crowd-sourcing platform, to launch a national study of mens testosterone levels. Progenes campaign gives men an easy and painless way to measure their testosterone levels -- while participating in research that helps to advance the knowledge and awareness regarding testosterone loss in men. Cincinnati, Ohio (PRWEB) November 13, 2012 Its official: Progene, a leading all-natural testosterone supplement, has launched a national study on testosterone levels in men at IndieGoGo.com, an award winning crowd-sourcing platform. While awareness surrounding the effects of lower testosterone has increased, most men do … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesNOW AVAILABLE: PROGENE AT-HOME TESTOSTERONE TEST KIT. Finally, men across the country can easily and painlessly measure their testosterone levels with Progene's, convenient and cost effective, At-Home Testosterone Test Kit. Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) November 08, 2012 Additionally, it is estimated that 1 in 4 men over 30 has low testosterone. The new Progene At-Home Testosterone Test Kit allows men to find out in the convenience and privacy of home. No blood, no needles. Just a simple saliva test- the preferred, reliable method of measuring male hormonal health. Testosterone is a key sex hormone that controls the development and maintenance of … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesNatural testosterone boosters are now reviewed online by WeightLossSuccessPlan.com. These natural enhancements for the male hormone system could help men regain lost testosterone that could lead to increased energy. The WeightLossSuccessPlan.com team has reviewed and now refer this product. Miami, Florida (PRWEB) November 08, 2012 Men that become tired easily, lose intimacy and gain weight could suffer from low testosterone levels according to research. Most men that are between the ages of 35 and 60 will experience a natural reduction in testosterone levels each year. While the course of aging is natural, low testosterone can now be controlled using a … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteby JIM BERGAMO / KVUE News and photojournalist JOHN GUSKY kvue.com Posted on October 16, 2012 at 6:26 PM Updated today at 7:21 PM AUSTIN -- Just as in women, men are finding out low hormone levels can negatively affect physical stamina and can result in mood swings.Also doctors have found low hormone levels can negatively affect those men trying to have children. Andy Compton of Cedar Park would often work out -- hard -- to help relieve the stress of his job.He says despite tough workouts and a strict diet, he kept gaining weight.It was just one of the … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTUESDAY, Oct. 16 (HealthDay News) -- Testosterone, commonly thought of as the male sex hormone, seems to promote honesty, a new study suggests. Testosterone also is naturally found in women but at lower levels than in men, and is typically associated with macho attributes such as aggression and risky behavior. However, recent research indicates that the hormone also encourages social behavior. In the new study, German researchers led by Dr. Matthias Wibral of the University of Bonn department of economics applied a testosterone gel to the skin of 46 men to boost their levels of the hormone and an inactive … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCorrespondent It may not be the elixir of lost youth, but getting treated for low testosterone levels might be the next best thing. Once you are under treatment, your energy will improve, your lean body mass will improve and if erectile dysfunction is from testosterone, then that should improve as well, said Dr. Sonya Khan, an endocrinologist with Christus St. John Hospital. Testosterone is a hormone that has a multitude of uses over a males life. Its released by the testes and its used to stimulate growth when kids are young and to help their bones grow, Khan said. Then … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesInShapeMD in Alpharetta, GA promotes testosterone therapy (BHRT) for both men and women 35 and older with free testosterone testing. Franchise of comprehensive wellness clinics rolls out hormone restoration to InShapeMD locations nationwide. Alpharetta, GA (PRWEB) October 09, 2012 The free testosterone testing simply requires those interested to schedule an appointment and come into the Alpharetta location (there are currently 5 other InShapeMD locations in the Atlanta metro area) to complete the appropriate paperwork. Upon completion of all forms prospective patients will spend some time with a wellness consultant to review current symptoms and medical history. Based on the consultation, … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minute(CNN) Obese teenage boys are at risk for more than diabetes and heart disease, a new study has found. They also have alarmingly low levels of testosterone -- between 40 to 50 percent less than males of the same age with a normal body mass index. The study, published this week in the journal Clinical Endocrinology, investigated the effect of obesity on testosterone levels in young males. It has its origins in earlier research, which showed that type II diabetes and obesity in older men are linked to a high rate (25-33 percent) of hypogonadism, or low testosterone levels. According … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesNEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --While there is some skepticism about male menopause there is no question that age-related changes in men impact testosterone level. Between pharmaceutical marketing and our sometimes-carefree trust in prescription medicine, a drastically climbing number of men are turning to androgen therapy for prostate cancer. Prostate cancer treatment expert and leading robotic prostatectomy SMART surgeon, Dr. David Samadi, urges men and their physicians to use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with caution. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120917/NY75460 ) "Increased risk of prostate cancer is a very possible long-term side effect of testosterone replacement therapy," he says. "It concerns me … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSep 19, 2012 5:31pm How do I know if I need testosterone?If you are a man who feels your energy and sex drive have decreased, have your doctor do a blood test to see if your testosterone is low. Testosterone should only be used with a clinical indication, meaning clinical signs and low lab values, Dr. Ryan Terlecki, assistant professor of urology at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, told ABC News. Dr. Michael OLeary, a senior urologic surgeon at Brigham and Womens Hospital, said many of his patients request testosterone. The questions patients ask are the ones they see on … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesJohn Isaac Hudelson had pleaded guilty June 1 to two charges contained in an April 2 indictment issued by a federal grand jury in Tulsa. Hudelson, 23, also admitted possessing controlled substances while intending to manufacture anabolic steroids. He stated in his plea agreement that he possessed 1,697 grams of materials, including testosterone in powder form, and 889 milliliters of other substances, including testosterone in liquid form. Assistant U.S. Attorney Janet Reincke told the court in June that on Jan. 3, a package containing about 1 kilogram of testosterone was detected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials in San … Read more »