Cernos Gel (Testogel)

Cernos Gel 5 gm belongs to a group of medicines called androgens indicated for the replacement therapy in males for conditions associated with insufficiency of endogenous testosterone such as acquired or congenital primary hypogonadism and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Hypogonadism is a condition in which the gonads (testes in men and ovaries in women) produce insufficient sex hormones.

Cernos Gel 5 gm contains Testosterone, which helps in replenishing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby, Cernos Gel 5 gm helps in treating hypogonadism. Testosterone is the anabolic steroid and primary sex hormone in males, which plays an important role in the development of male reproductive tissues such as the prostate and testes.

Take Cernos Gel 5 gm as prescribed. You are advised to take Cernos Gel 5 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as weight gain, headache, anxiety, breast swelling, male pattern baldness, increased facial or body hair growth, increased/decreased interest in sex. 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 you experience these side effects persistently.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents before taking Cernos Gel 5 gm. Do not take Cernos Gel 5 gm if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Cernos Gel 5 gm is not recommended for children below 18years as the 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.

Hypogonadism

Cernos Gel 5 gm belongs to a group of medicines called androgens indicated for the replacement therapy in males for conditions associated with deficiency of endogenous testosterone such as acquired or congenital primary hypogonadism and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism. Cernos Gel 5 gm helps in replenishing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Thereby, Cernos Gel 5 gm helps in treating hypogonadism. Cernos Gel 5 gm may also be used in women to treat certain types of breast cancer, which has spread to other body parts.

Take Cernos Gel 5 gm with or without food. Your doctor will advise for how long you need to take Cernos Gel 5 gm depending upon your medical condition.Injection: A healthcare professional will administer Cernos Gel 5 gm. Do not self-administer.Gel: Apply Cernos Gel 5 gm to clean, dry, and intact skin of upper arms, shoulders, and/or abdomen. After the gel has dried, cover the application site with clothing. Wash your hands immediately with soap and water after using Cernos Gel 5 gm. Do not apply Cernos Gel 5 gm to any other body parts such as chest, back, or genitals. Be sure to wash the application site with soap and water prior to any situation where skin-to-skin contact of the application site with other person is anticipated.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Weight gain
• Headache
• Anxiety
• Breast swelling
• Male pattern baldness
• Increased facial or body hair growth
• Increased/decreased interest in sex