You Should Only Get a Testosterone Prescription From a Trusted Clinic
You should only get a prescription for testosterone from a trusted clinic.
Prescription testosterone is used to treat low testosterone, a condition also known as “Low-T” or “andropause.” Any doctor or licensed testosterone clinic can give you a prescription for testosterone therapy. However, not all doctors or clinics that issue testosterone prescriptions are alike.
You want to only get your prescription for testosterone from a clinic your trust. How do I know if a particular doctor or clinic can be trusted? You want to get your prescription for testosterone therapy from a doctor or clinic that has a proven track record in treating people for age-related testosterone decline. You also want to look for a clinic that takes a holistic approach to your healthcare and will check all of your hormone levels, not only your testosterone. Finally, you will want to ask any doctor prescribing testosterone these questions:
- How long have you been providing testosterone prescriptions?
- Why do you think I am good candidate for testosterone therapy?
- How experienced is the doctor and staff in treating low testosterone?
- Do you prescribe name brands of testosterone?
- What kind of results can I expect from testosterone therapy?
- How long will I need to be on testosterone therapy?
Where you get your testosterone prescription could make a big difference to your health.
Why Do I Need a Testosterone Prescription?
A prescription for testosterone is written to treat low testosterone. If you have low testosterone, the safest and most effective treatment is testosterone replacement therapy. If you are between the ages of 45 and 65 and are experiencing the following symptoms, your doctor may think you need a testosterone prescription.
- A decrease in libido or sex drive
- An overall feeling of reduced virility and vigor
- Changes in mood
- Erectile dysfunction
- Loss of stamina
- Loss of muscle tone
- Weight gain
- Loss of memory and other cognitive issues
Prescription testosterone is used to treat low testosterone.
Testosterone Prescribed Medication
Testosterone can be prescribed as topical creams, skin patches, oral medication, subdermal testosterone pellets, or testosterone injections. Our doctors have found that testosterone injections are the safest and most effective form of prescription testosterone medication. Testosterone injections are prescribed as different “esters” of testosterone. Esters are different molecular configurations of testosterone. The different types of esters of testosterone differ only in:
- How quickly they take effect
- How long their effects last
- The dosages and injection methods available
- Their brand names
- Their relative costs
The most common testosterone prescription for injections are testosterone enanthate and testosterone cypionate.
The dosage of your testosterone prescription, the particular type, and how long you will have to be on testosterone replacement therapy depends on your symptoms and lifestyle. Most of the time, a prescription for testosterone injections be a dose between 50 mg and 300 mg per injection.
Can I Get Testosterone Without a Prescription?
No, absolutely not. You cannot, under any circumstances, legally buy testosterone without a doctor’s prescription. It is not only a criminal act to do so, but it can also be dangerous, even fatal, to take testosterone without a prescription or a doctor’s supervision.
Can I Get Prescription Testosterone Online?
No, you cannot buy testosterone online, even with a prescription. You can find dubious websites online that will sell you testosterone, but this is an awfully bad idea. At best, you could be getting testosterone of extremely low quality. At worst, you can get products that contain no testosterone whatsoever and are useless, or that are mixed with dangerous chemicals that can be hazardous to your health.
These are the most important reasons that you should only get your testosterone prescription from a clinic you can trust!
You cannot legally get testosterone without a doctor’s prescription.
How Much Does a Testosterone Prescription Cost?
Testosterone is prescribed on an individual basis. The cost of prescription testosterone will vary from patient to patient, depending on the dosage and type or brand of testosterone prescribed. However, generally speaking, a typical male patient should expect to pay anywhere from $500 – $1500 per month for a testosterone prescription.
What Are the Steps to Get a Testosterone Prescription?
There is only one way to legally obtain a testosterone prescription. It is not complicated. It only takes Five Simple Steps.
- Step 1 – Fill out an online medical history form – This first step is indeed the only step in the process of getting a testosterone prescription that can be done online.
- Step 2 – See a doctor –If your online medical history form indicates that you are a good candidate for a testosterone prescription, the next step is to see your doctor. He or she will discuss your medical history in further detail, ask you more about your symptoms, and take a complete physical exam.
- Step 3 – Laboratory hormone testing – Once you have completed your physical exam, you will be referred to a laboratory to have the testosterone levels in your blood tested.
- Step 4 – You will obtain a legal prescription for testosterone injections – If the results of your laboratory tests show that your testosterone levels are low, your doctor will prescribe a dosage of testosterone to suit your needs and lifestyle.
- Step 5 – Your testosterone prescription will be filled and delivered to you – Your prescription for testosterone therapy will be forwarded to one of the pharmacies we work with that specializes in filling prescriptions for testosterone injections. The pharmacy will then deliver your testosterone therapy supplies to you.
FAQs
What Is Testosterone?
Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone. Testosterone is an androgen. Testosterone controls male physical development and most of the attributes of “maleness.” In men, testosterone is made by the testicles.
Why Is Testosterone Such an Important Hormone?
Testosterone is the most important male hormone. Boys and men need testosterone for the development and maturity of male sex organs and secondary masculine characteristics. However, its importance to both men and women goes well beyond that. In both males and females, testosterone is critical for:
- The building of muscle and bone
- Helping to metabolize fat
- Regulating sleep
- Improve mood
- Improving cognitive abilities
What Is Low Testosterone?
Low testosterone is defined as having a testosterone level that is lower than normal for your age and gender. Any disease or injury that impacts the testes can lead to low testosterone. However, the most common cause of low testosterone is the normal drop in testosterone levels that occur as men age. A man’s testosterone levels usually peak in his 20s. After that, testosterone starts a steady decline. By the time a man is over 60, his testosterone level could be half of what it was in his 20s.
Symptoms of low testosterone in men include:
- decreased sex drive
- erectile dysfunction
- increased stomach fat
- decreased ability to build lean muscle
- poor sleep
- mood swings
- infertility/low sperm count
- cognitive difficulties
In women, low testosterone can result in:
- decreased sex drive
- infertility
- irregular or absence of menstrual periods
- vaginal dryness, or painful intercourse
- weight gain
- poor sleep
- mood swings
- cognitive difficulties
How Is Low Testosterone Treated?
There could be some lifestyle changes that you can make to try to naturally boost your testosterone level. However, the only way to really treat Low-T is with a prescription for testosterone replacement therapy. Our doctors have found that prescription testosterone injections are the safest and most effective form of testosterone therapy available. Testosterone replacement therapy is only available with a doctor’s prescription. See your doctor if you think you might have low levels of testosterone. You will need a physical examination and a simple blood test to determine if you have low testosterone and qualify for a testosterone prescription.
Now that you know a little bit more about prescription testosterone, why not take a minute to contact us and learn more about how hormone replacement therapy can improve your quality of life?
National HRT Staff
Please note that the information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.