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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Androsure Capsule is indicated for testosterone replacement therapy in adult men. It contains Testosterone, which helps replenish the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby, Androsure Capsule helps in treating deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone. Testosterone is the anabolic steroid and primary sex hormone in males, which plays an important role in developing male reproductive tissues like the prostate and testes.

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Composition :

TESTOSTERONE-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Cadila

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Androsure Capsule

Androsure Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called androgens indicated for testosterone replacement therapy in adult men for conditions associated with a deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone, such as primary hypogonadism and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Testosterone replacement therapy, also known as androgen replacement therapy, is used to treat low testosterone levels.

Androsure Capsule contains Testosterone, which helps replenish the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby, Androsure Capsule helps in treating deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone. Testosterone is the anabolic steroid and primary sex hormone in males, which plays an important role in developing male reproductive tissues like the prostate and testes.

Take Androsure Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as polycythemia (high number of red blood cells), diarrhoea, indigestion, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components in Androsure Capsule . Do not take Androsure Capsule if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, as this medicine is indicated only for men. Androsure Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health conditions and the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Androsure Capsule

Used for androgen hormone replacement in men

Directions for Use

Take Androsure Capsule with food. Swallow Androsure Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Androsure Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called androgens indicated for testosterone replacement therapy in adult men for conditions associated with a deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone. Androsure Capsule contains Testosterone, which helps replenish the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thus, Androsure Capsule helps treat deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone. 

How Androsure Capsule Works

Androsure Capsule contains Testosterone, which helps replenish the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby, Androsure Capsule helps in treating deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone. Testosterone is the anabolic steroid and primary sex hormone in males, which plays an important role in developing male reproductive tissues like the prostate and testes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Androsure Capsule

  • Polycythemia (high number of red blood cells)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dyspepsia (indigestion)
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Eructation (belching/burping)
  • Peripheral oedema (swelling)

What if I have taken an overdose of Androsure Capsule

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Androsure Capsule may include blurred vision, inability to speak, seizures, severe or sudden headache, slurred speech, temporary blindness, and weakness in the arm or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Androsure Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have prostate cancer, breast cancer, or if you are pregnant. Androsure Capsule is not intended for use in women due to a lack of controlled studies on women. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, high red blood cell count or haemoglobin/haematocrit levels, enlarged prostate, liver or kidney problems, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, sleep apnoea (breathing problem while sleeping), hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine) or oedema. Androsure Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TestosteronePazopanib
Severe
TestosteroneLomitapide
Severe

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TestosteronePazopanib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Pazopanib with Androsure Capsule 10's may significantly increase the blood levels of pazopanib, which can develop serious side effects such as liver problems, irregular heart rhythm, bleeding, and high blood pressure

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Pazopanib and Androsure Capsule 10's can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TestosteroneLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Lomitapide and Androsure Capsule 10's can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Lomitapide and Androsure Capsule 10's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
TestosteroneWarfarin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Warfarin with Androsure Capsule 10's can increase the risk of unusual bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Androsure Capsule 10's and warfarin together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TestosteroneCarfilzomib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
The combined use of Androsure Capsule 10's and Carfilzomib can increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Androsure Capsule 10's and Carfilzomib can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TestosteroneLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Leflunomide and Androsure Capsule 10's can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between leflunomide and Androsure Capsule 10's, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TestosteroneLenalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Lenalidomide with Androsure Capsule 10's can increase levels of Androsure Capsule 10's in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Androsure Capsule 10's with Lenalidomide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TestosteroneMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Taking Androsure Capsule 10's with Morphine may increase the blood levels and side effects of morphine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Morphine with Androsure Capsule 10's can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like trouble breathing, tiredness, cough, dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impaired judgment, reduced reaction speed, and motor coordination, make sure to contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TestosteroneBosentan
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Androsure Capsule 10's:
Bosentan may lower Androsure Capsule 10's levels in the blood and its effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Bosentan and Androsure Capsule 10's together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if your condition worsens. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Tuna, egg yolks, fortified cereals, oysters, shellfish, and beans are good sources of Testosterone.
  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Get ample rest and proper sleep.
  • Reduce stress levels by doing yoga or meditation. 

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

ANABOLIC STEROID

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Androsure Capsule . Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Androsure Capsule is not indicated for use in women.

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

Androsure Capsule is not indicated for use in women.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Androsure Capsule affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have liver conditions or any concerns before taking Androsure Capsule .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns before taking Androsure Capsule .

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Children

Unsafe

Androsure Capsule is not recommended in children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

FAQs

Androsure Capsule is indicated for testosterone replacement therapy in adult men for conditions associated with a deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone, such as primary hypogonadism and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism.
Androsure Capsule helps in replenishing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby helping in treating deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone.
Androsure Capsule might lower blood glucose levels and decrease insulin requirements in diabetic patients. So, you are advised to consult a doctor if you are diabetic; your doctor may adjust the dose accordingly. Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Androsure Capsule if you are diabetic.
Consult your doctor if you have hypertension as Androsure Capsule may cause a rise in blood pressure and increases the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, including non-fatal stroke and non-fatal myocardial infarction. Before initiating therapy with Androsure Capsule , it should be ensured that the blood pressure is adequately controlled. Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels while taking Androsure Capsule is advised.
Androsure Capsule should be used with caution in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) as they are at an increased risk for worsening signs and symptoms of BPH.
Androsure Capsule might increase the risk of prostate cancer. It is recommended to evaluate patients for prostate cancer before initiating and during treatment with Androsure Capsule .
Androsure Capsule may cause changes in anticoagulant activity. Therefore, frequent monitoring of prothrombin time and International Normalised Ratio (INR) is advised in patients taking anti-coagulants, especially during the initiation and termination of the treatment.
Androsure Capsule may suppress sperm formation leading to fertility disorders. However, this effect may be reversible. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Testosterone has been subject to abuse resulting in dependence and withdrawal symptoms upon abrupt discontinuation or dose reduction. Therefore, take Androsure Capsule only as advised by the doctor.
Androsure Capsule may increase the red blood cell count in some patients, increasing the risk of a blood clot, heart attack, and stroke. Regular monitoring of red blood cell count and haemoglobin is advised.
Androsure Capsule may cause venous thromboembolism (formation of a blood clot in the vein), including deep vein thrombosis (blood clot develops in a deep vein) and pulmonary embolism (blockage in the lung artery). Consult your doctor if you experience pain, oedema (swelling), warmth, erythema (skin redness) in lower proximity or shortness of breath.
No, Androsure Capsule should not be used for building muscle mass and physical ability in healthy individuals, as it may cause harmful effects if used incorrectly.
It is usually recommended to take Androsure Capsule with food or as advised by your doctor. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending on your exact medical condition. Follow the doctor’s instructions. However, it is advised to take Androsure Capsule at the same time every day, to maintain consistent levels of Androsure Capsule in the body.
Androsure Capsule may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, increased red blood cells, heartburn, nausea, burping, enlarged prostate gland, headache and high blood pressure. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Androsure Capsule is contraindicated in men with prostate cancer, breast cancer, and kidney disease. It should be avoided in patients with elevated calcium levels in blood and in patients who had or presently have liver cancer. Also, it is contraindicated in women, children below 18 years, and elderly patients over 65 years of age.
The major health risks associated with Androsure Capsule therapy in men include stroke, heart attack, and prostate cancer.
When you are taking warfarin along with Androsure Capsule , you should get blood tests done more often to check your bleeding time (time taken to stop bleeding) especially when starting and stopping Androsure Capsule . Take your doctor’s advice.
Some effects of Androsure Capsule may start showing after 3 weeks, while some may take longer. For example, effect on sexual interest appears after 3 weeks, while changes in erections/ejaculations may take up to 6 months.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013.
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