How do you use AndroGel 1.62 pump?

Asked by: Timothy Padgett

AndroGel® 1.62%: At first, apply 40.5 milligrams (mg) (2 pumps or a single 40.5 mg packet) to a clean, dry, intact skin once a day (usually in the morning). Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 81 mg per day.

How many pumps of testosterone gel should I use?

The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

How long does it take AndroGel 1.62 to start working?

Effects on sexual interest appear after 3 weeks plateauing at 6 weeks, with no further increments expected beyond. Changes in erections/ejaculations may require up to 6 months. Effects on quality of life manifest within 3–4 weeks, but maximum benefits take longer.

How long do you leave AndroGel on before washing off?

It is best to wait for 5 to 6 hours after application of the gel before showering or swimming. For Androgel 1.62% packets: Open the packet(s) needed for your dose. You can put the entire dose into your palm all at once or just a little at a time to apply.

How is AndroGel pump used?

Testosterone is a naturally occurring male hormone necessary for many processes in the body. AndroGel Pump 1.25 g/actuation (for the skin) is used to treat conditions in men that result from a lack of natural testosterone. Testosterone will not enhance athletic performance and should not be used for that purpose.

How many pumps are in a AndroGel 1.62 bottle?

AndroGel^® pump 20.25 mg/1.25 g gel/ACT (1.62%) Quantity: 2 x 75 g pump bottle. Days: 30. Apply 2 pump presses to one upper arm and shoulder and then apply 2 pump presses to the opposite upper arm and shoulder once daily in the morning.

When is the best time to apply testosterone gel?

Topical testosterone comes as a gel and solution to apply to the skin. It is usually applied once a day. It is best to apply testosterone gel or solution in the morning.

What is the best time to apply AndroGel?

Apply AndroGel 1.62% at the same time each morning. AndroGel 1.62% should be applied after showering or bathing to clean, dry, intact skin. Your healthcare provider will tell you how much AndroGel 1.62% to apply. If using the pump, once primed, slowly push the pump all the way down to dispense the gel.

What is the best place to apply testosterone gel?

To use the gel: Make sure that you wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying the gel. Apply AndroGel® 1% to a clean, dry, intact skin of the shoulders, upper arms, or abdomen (stomach), unless your doctor tells you to use it on another part of your body.

Does masturbating reduce testosterone?

The short answer to this question? No. Masturbation and ejaculation haven’t been shown to have any long-term or negative effects on testosterone levels, also known as T levels.

Does testosterone increase size?

Testosterone is responsible for increased muscle mass. Leaner body mass helps control weight and increases energy. For men with low testosterone, studies show that treatment can decrease fat mass and increase muscle size and strength.

Does testosterone make harder?

Testosterone treatment has not been shown to improve erections in men with normal testosterone levels. And studies show that it does not help men with low testosterone levels if ED is their only symptom.

What happens when you start taking testosterone?

Soon after beginning hormone treatment, you will likely notice a change in your libido. Quite rapidly, your genitals, especially your clitoris, will begin to grow and become even larger when you are aroused. You may find that different sex acts or different parts of your body bring you erotic pleasure.

Should a 60 year old man take testosterone?

We recommend that elderly men with symptoms of hypogonadism and a total testosterone level <300 ng/dl should be started on testosterone replacement.

What happens if you miss a day of AndroGel?

If you miss your regular dose of AndroGel testosterone gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if you are due for your next dose in less than 12 hours, wait and apply that dose, skipping the missed dose. Never apply two doses at once.

What is average testosterone level by age?

Children: The first couple of months, a male baby should produce 75-400 ng/dL. By the time he’s 10 to 11 years old, that should change to 7-130 ng/dL. Early Teens: Between 12 to 13 years old, a person should have 7-800 ng/dL. But by 15 to 16 years old, the ng/dL should be 100-1,200.

What should a 50 year old man’s testosterone level be?

Most doctors agree that a “normal” reading falls anywhere between 300 to 1,000 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL). About 40% of men over age 45 will have levels that come in below that range. But a low reading by itself isn’t enough to warrant alarm.

What is the average testosterone level for a 55 year old man?

The majority of men in their early 50s will have a testosterone level within this range. Men in their later 50s, from 55 to 59, have an average testosterone level of 552 ng/dL, with a range of 204-900 ng/dL. These levels are very similar to the previous age group, minus the range.

What is considered dangerously low testosterone?

Deficiency means that the body does not have enough of a needed substance. Syndrome is a group of symptoms that, together, suggest a disease or health condition. The American Urology Association (AUA) identifies low blood testosterone (Low-T) as less than 300 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL).

How can I test my testosterone levels at home?

Testosterone home-testing kits are also available from companies such as LetsGetChecked. They use your saliva to test your hormone levels. After taking the test, you’ll send your sample to a lab for testing.