The Market for Testosterone Creams and Gels
Testosterone cream is one of many topical testosterone products
to help increase testosterone levels. The safe, yet extremely
potent, testosterone gel is absorbed through the skin directly
into the blood stream using "Time Released Liposome Transdermal
Delivery System" technology to boost testosterone levels for
hours longer than many prescription drugs. It does not contain
caffeine, and many testosterone creams are available without a
prescription.
The inactive leutenizing botanicals in the testosterone cream
stimulate and increase natural testosterone production and
release. Included estrogen blockers help inhibit and suppress
aromatizing (conversion) of testosterone into estrogen. People
apply 1/2 to 1 tsp. of the gel to skin areas such as inner arms
or thighs or behind the knees first thing in the morning and
prior to bed. For best results, apply to skin with the least
amount of hair. For extra benefit apply 1/2 tsp. to 1 tsp. 10
minutes to one hour before exercise or sexual activity, or as
directed by your qualified health care physician. Women using a
testosterone cream should cut the dosage in half.
Of course there are many brands of testosterone cream. Each
man's testosterone need may be different, so it's important to
look at different creams available. This relates to his
particular degree of andropause -- the decrease in production of
this hormone and its effects on his body and lifestyle. When you
begin using a testosterone cream, it is formulated to your body
based on reliable lab tests. The cream can be adjusted by your
doctor until the correct blood levels are met.
Women can use a testosterone cream, too. If a woman has a
testosterone deficiency, many physicians start by prescribing a
testosterone cream applied vaginally twice weekly. Side effects
of testosterone may include: anxiety or irritability, dark hairs
on the chin or upper lip, excess body hair, oily skin and acne.
If these side effects occur with testosterone therapy, a woman's
dosage can be adjusted.