Indication of Reandron 1000:
Reandron 1000 contains testosterone. It is used to replace the lack of sufficient testosterone produced in the body, a condition called hypogonadism.
Action of Reandron 1000:
Reandron contains Testosterone as the active ingredient. Testosterone is a natural hormone produced in the male body. It is responsible for the development and continuation of male features such as deep voice, muscle strength and facial hair and sexual function.
Dose Advice of Reandron 1000:
Reandron 1000 is only available via prescription from the doctor. It is used in adult males. It is administered slowly via intramuscular injection into the buttock every 10-14 weeks.
Schedule of Reandron 1000:
Reandron 1000 is Schedule 4
Common side effects of Reandron 1000:
All medicines have side effects. Some side effects can be serious, but the most common ones are mild. Common side effects occurring in more than 1% of patients prescribed Reandron 1000 include: Pain at injection site Diarrhoea Dizziness, headache Increased sweating Itchy, red, acne, dry or stinging skin Possible testicular pain Increased blood pressure (hypertension) Blood clot beneath the skin at the injection site Leg or joint painConsult your doctor if you experience any of the above symptoms or any other unusual or abnormal symptoms.
Uncommon side effects of Reandron 1000:
These are some side effects that occur in less than 1% of patients and are uncommon. Do not be alarmed by this list, they are uncommon side effects and a patient will not necessarily experience any of these: Injection site reactions Weight gain Depression or nervousness Anxiety Sleeping problems Hair loss Muscle cramps Unnecessary increased sex drive
Reference:
Australian Medicines Handbook. Reandron. [Monograph online]AMH Pty Ltd 2007. [Cited November 28, 2007] http: //www.amh.net.au Reandron 1000 MIMS Online. [Monograph online] MIMS Australia Pty Ltd 2007. [Cited November 28, 2007] http: //www.mims/com.au Lazo, J, Gilman A, Brunton L, Parker K. Goodman & Gilmans the pharmacological basis of therapeutics.11th ed New York: McGraw-Hill; 2005
Diseases treated by Reandron 1000:
Male Hypogonadism (Gonadal deficiency)
