TRT is a medicine to treat the symptoms of testosterone deficiency (low testosterone levels), a condition called hypogonadism. If your body does not make enough testosterone, you may benefit from having supplemental testosterone, (also called testosterone replacement therapy). TRT is not for everyone. You need to have blood tests and a full discussion with your doctor to see if it is right for you. Read more about low testosterone levels.
TRT is testosterone given as a medicine prescribed by a doctor to treat the symptoms of low testosterone levels. Examples of testosterone preparations include:
- Patch applied to the skin (Androderm)
- Injection (Depo-Testosterone, Sustanon 250, Reandron)
- Gel (Testogel).
For more detailed information, see below: What are the different TRT options?
Important information
Note: The information on this page refers to the medical use of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). It does not refer to the use of performance-enhancing steroids (sometimes called anabolic steroids), which are unregulated. Long-term use of performance-enhancing steroids can cause harm.