What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking methyltestosterone (Android, Methitest, Testred)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to methyltestosterone, or have certain conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:

• prostate cancer;
• male breast cancer; or
• if you are pregnant.

Before receiving methyltestosterone, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

• benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH);
• breast cancer;
• a bleeding or blood clotting disorder;
• delayed puberty;
• liver or kidney disease; or
• heart disease, coronary artery disease (hardened arteries), congestive heart failure, or a history of heart attack.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take methyltestosterone.

FDA pregnancy category X. This medication can cause birth defects. Do not receive methyltestosterone if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are receiving this medication.

It is not known whether methyltestosterone passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not receive this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Methyltestosterone can affect bone growth in boys who are treated for delayed puberty. Bone development may need to be checked with x-rays every 6 months during treatment.

How should I take methyltestosterone (Android, Methitest, Testred)?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Methyltestosterone can affect bone growth in boys who are treated for delayed puberty. Bone development may need to be checked with x-rays every 6 months during treatment.

Store methyltestosterone at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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