5 Facts About Testosterone Cypionate

By: Jessica Fletcher

Break Studios Contributing Writer

These 5 facts about Testosterone Cypionate will help you learn more about the steroid hormone. Understanding this hormone will help you be careful if you (or someone you might know) decide to use it. These are all exceedingly important facts that you should fully comprehend before considering this hormone.

  1. Taking Testosterone Cypionate. The hormone is put into the body via an injection of the white or creamy powder. The injection must be taken as directed by a doctor and you should never independently inject yourself. A doctor's opinion and assistance is vital to making this injection safe for your body.
  2. Usage. It is particularly helpful to treat males with an endogenous testosterone deficiency. Using it for If you are considering this hormone, you should be aware that it is commonly used for either Primary Hypogonadism or Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism. The hormone has been used for other reasons (i.e. libido); however, any use of this hormone should be done after consulting a doctor.
  3. Non-medical uses of Testosterone Cypionate. This hormone has other non-medical uses, including serving as a growth hormone for teenagers. It is also used as a powerful muscle-building drug, and considered one of the strongest steroids for muscles. Depending on where you live, mis-using this steroid may have serious legal repercussions and may have drastic consequences on your body and mind. Therefore, be sure to see your doctor about the correct and safe uses of this drug.
  4. Warnings/Contraindications. You should carefully consult with your doctor to be sure that you have no medical issues/characteristics that may cause unwanted side effects. For instance, males with breast carcinoma and pregnant females are advised to avoid the drug. Being aware of Testosterone Cypionate's affect on medical conditions can help prevent detrimental issues to your body.
  5. Adverse Side Effects of Testosterone Cypionate. Severe and mild side effects can occur even when this drug is properly administered by a physician. Hypercalcemia, cardiac issues, and prostatic carcinoma are just some of the issues that can result from taking this drug. Be very wary of this fact before you consider taking this hormone.
Posted on: Nov. 04, 2010