Himdriol Soft Gelatin 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.

Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule contains Testosterone, which helps replenish the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby, Himdriol Soft Gelatin 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 Himdriol Soft Gelatin 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 Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule . Do not take Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, as this medicine is indicated only for men. Himdriol Soft Gelatin 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.

Himdriol Soft Gelatin 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. Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule contains Testosterone, which helps replenish the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thus, Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule helps treat deficiency/absence of endogenous testosterone. 

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

Do not take Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have prostate cancer, breast cancer, or if you are pregnant. Himdriol Soft Gelatin 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. Himdriol Soft Gelatin Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking anti-diabetic medicines (insulin), anti-coagulants/blood thinners, and corticosteroids.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have prostate cancer, fluid retention/oedema, high calcium levels, enlarged prostate, or high blood pressure.

• 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. 

• Regular monitoring of blood pressure, blood sugar levels, red blood cell count, and haemoglobin levels is advised.
• Consult your doctor if you notice signs and symptoms of a blood clot in your leg, such as pain, swelling or redness or signs and symptoms of a blood clot in your lungs, like difficulty breathing or chest pain.
• Consult your doctor immediately if you notice/have changes in mood, suicidal thoughts or depression.

Testosterone replacement therapy: Testosterone replacement therapy, also known as androgen replacement therapy, is used to treat low testosterone levels. 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. Symptoms of low testosterone include reduced sex drive, erectile dysfunction, low/zero sperm count, loss of pubic/armpit hair, shrinking testicles, and hot flashes.