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| Category | TRT | TRT |
| Evidence strength | Moderate evidence | Strong evidence |
| Evidence Score | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| User rating | 4.7 (213) | 4.7 (52) |
| Typical dose | In classic regimens described in the literature, doses typically fall in the range of 50-100mg weekly or 100-250mg every two-to-three weeks, given intramuscularly or subcutaneously. These are ranges used in clinical practice and described in the cited studies, not a recommendation for self-directed use — the specific dose and frequency are always set by the managing physician based on blood test results and clinical picture. | Not applicable — this piece describes the full diagnostic pathway preceding TRT, not a drug dosing schedule |
| Form | Oil solution for intramuscular or subcutaneous injection | Blood tests: total testosterone (2x morning), free testosterone, SHBG, LH, FSH, prolactin, estradiol, complete blood count with hematocrit, PSA, lipid panel, fasting glucose or HbA1c, liver function tests, TSH; plus a digital rectal exam and an ADAM/AMS symptom questionnaire |
| Average price | — | — |
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| Time to effects | Subjective improvement in energy and libido may become noticeable within the first 3-6 weeks of therapy, but full stabilization of hormone concentrations and a reliable assessment of therapeutic effect usually takes 3-6 months of regular injections and follow-up blood tests. | Not applicable — a diagnostic pathway preceding any possible start of therapy, usually taking several weeks. |
| Who it's for | Men with laboratory-confirmed hypogonadism starting testosterone replacement therapy | Men with symptoms suggesting testosterone deficiency (reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, chronic fatigue, loss of muscle mass) considering TRT |