Aquaviron inj (Testosterone)

Aquaviron Injection (Testosterone) is an injectable medication containing Testosterone, a synthetic form of the male sex hormone, manufactured by Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., India. Available as a 1 ml ampoule with 25 mg/ml or 40 mg/ml strengths, it is a prescription-only treatment for male hypogonadism, a condition where the body produces insufficient testosterone. Administered intramuscularly by a healthcare professional, it restores testosterone levels to improve symptoms like low libido, fatigue, and muscle loss. It is intended for adult men with diagnosed medical conditions and is not for use in women or children.

Uses

Aquaviron Injection is used to:

• Treat male hypogonadism, addressing symptoms like impotence, infertility, low sex drive, tiredness, depressive moods, and bone loss

• Manage osteoporosis caused by low testosterone

• Support delayed puberty in adolescent boys (14–17 years) under specialist supervision

• Occasionally used off-label for AIDS-related muscle wasting or other testosterone deficiency conditions

Side Effects

• Common: Acne, weight gain, breast enlargement in men, voice changes, injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), increased red blood cells

• Rare: Shortness of breath, frequent/persistent erections, low sperm count, mood changes, liver issues (yellow skin/eyes), high cholesterol Contact your doctor if side effects persist or worsen, especially severe ones like breathing difficulty or liver problems.

How to Use

• Dosage:

  • Hypogonadism: Typically, 25–50 mg injected 2–3 times weekly, adjusted by your doctor based on response and testosterone levels. Maximum safe dose is 396 mg/day.

  • Delayed puberty: Lower doses, as prescribed, under specialist care.

• Administered by a doctor or nurse via intramuscular injection (e.g., into the buttocks or shoulder). Do not self-administer. Follow the prescribed schedule, usually every 2–3 days, for the full duration.

• Overdose: Seek emergency help for symptoms like irritability, nervousness, or prolonged erections.

How Injection Works

Aquaviron Injection (Testosterone) contains Testosterone, which mimics the body’s natural male hormone. It binds to androgen receptors, promoting protein synthesis, muscle growth, bone density, and sexual function. As an unesterified testosterone suspension, it acts quickly but requires frequent dosing due to its short duration (2–4 days). It restores hormonal balance, alleviating hypogonadism symptoms, with effects noticeable within weeks for libido and longer for other changes like muscle strength.

Safety Advice

• Allergies: Avoid if allergic to Testosterone or ingredients (e.g., peanut oil in some formulations).

• Health Conditions: Use cautiously with heart, liver, kidney disease, high blood pressure, or blood clotting issues. Not for prostate or breast cancer patients.

• Drug Interactions: May enhance blood thinners (e.g., warfarin), affect diabetes drugs, or interact with corticosteroids. Inform your doctor of all medications.

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not for women, especially if pregnant or breastfeeding, due to severe fetal/infant harm.

• Driving: Safe unless dizziness occurs; monitor and avoid driving if affected.

• Alcohol: Avoid, as it may increase liver strain or side effects.

• Monitoring: Requires regular blood tests for testosterone, red blood cells, liver function, and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels.