Is FORTESTA generic?

About Fortesta It is available in generic and brand versions.

How much does FORTESTA cost?

The cost for Fortesta transdermal gel (10 mg/0.5 g) is around $442 for a supply of 60 grams, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans. A generic version of Fortesta is available, see testosterone prices.

What does FORTESTA treat?

FORTESTA is a prescription medicine that contains testosterone. FORTESTA is used to treat adult males who have low or no testosterone due to certain medical conditions. Your healthcare provider will test your blood before you start taking and while you are taking FORTESTA.

Is FORTESTA the same as AndroGel?

Fortesta (testosterone) is a convenient topical form of testosterone hormone replacement, but it can be spread to another person if skin-to-skin contact occurs. Androgel (testosterone) is an effective medication for treating low testosterone levels. You put it on like a lotion, so it’s very easy to apply.

Does fortesta cause weight gain?

swelling, rapid weight gain, shortness of breath during sleep; chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder; liver problems–nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

How long does it take fortesta to dry?

Allow the gel to dry on your skin before you cover it with clothing (eg, shorts, pants, t-shirt). Wait for at least 2 hours (for AndroGel® 1.62%, Fortesta®, and Vogelxo™) or 5 hours (for AndroGel® 1%) after applying this medicine before showering or swimming.

How long does it take for testosterone gel to start working?

Results. Effects on sexual interest appear after 3 weeks plateauing at 6 weeks, with no further increments expected beyond. Changes in erections/ejaculations may require up to 6 months. Effects on quality of life manifest within 3–4 weeks, but maximum benefits take longer.

Does FORTESTA cause weight gain?

How long does it take FORTESTA to dry?

Which testosterone treatment is best?

AndroGel. AndroGel is one of the most-used medical products to treat Low T. The blockbuster gel is prescribed as a testosterone-replacement drug, mostly to men whose bodies fail to produce sufficient amounts of the male hormone.

What is the cheapest testosterone replacement therapy?

Without insurance, injections are the least expensive type of testosterone replacement therapy and can range from $40 to $100 per month. Pellets—slow-release medications implanted under the skin—are typically $500 per month and may vary depending on your dose.

Is androderm safe?

Improper use of Androderm may affect bone growth in children. What are the possible side effects of Androderm? Androderm can cause serious side effects including: If you already have an enlargement of your prostate gland your signs and symptoms may get worse while using Androderm.

How much testosterone is in a Fortesta pump?

FORTESTA is a clear, colorless, odorless, gel containing testosterone. FORTESTA is available in a metered-dose pump. Each pump actuation provides 10 mg of testosterone and each container is capable of dispensing 120 pump actuations. One pump actuation dispenses 0.5 g of gel.

Are there any side effects of taking Fortesta?

An increase in red blood cell mass may increase the risk of thromboembolic events. There have been Postmarketing reports of venous thromboembolic events, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), in patients using testosterone products, such as FORTESTA.

When to use Fortesta gel for replacement therapy?

FORTESTA is indicated for replacement therapy in males for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone: