Testosterone Cypionate

Medically Reviewed by Dr. J.R.G. Peries, M.D – Cardiology

Last Reviewed: Apr 28, 2023

Uses


Testosterone-Cypionate Uses

Testosterone-Cypionate injection is a prescription androgen used to treat symptoms of low testosterone in men who have hypogonadism (a condition in which the body does not produce enough natural testosterone). Testosterone-Cypionate is used only for men with low testosterone levels that are caused by certain medical conditions, including diseases of the testicles, pituitary gland, or hypothalamus that cause hypogonadism. 

This medicine is not for use in treating the symptoms of low testosterone in men associated with aging (age-related hypogonadism).

There may be other uses of testosterone-cypionate — your healthcare professional or pharmacist can provide medical advice and give you more drug information on testosterone-cypionate.

Testosterone-Cypionate Mechanism of Action

Testosterone cypionate (Depo-Testosterone) is a testosterone replacement therapy that works in hypogonadism by replacing testosterone that your body is unable to make.

Testosterone-Cypionate Doses

Testosterone-Cypionate (Depo-Testosterone) is available as an injectable solution of 100 mg/mL and 200 mg/mL.The recommended dosage of Testosterone Cypionate Injection is 50 mg to 400 mg, administered every 2 to 4 weeks as a deep intramuscular injection in the gluteal muscle.

Your healthcare professional will work with you to find the appropriate dosage of testosterone cypionate (Depo-Testosterone) for you, as it depends on your age and the disease that's being treated. Your healthcare provider may adjust your dosage based on your testosterone blood levels, response to the medication, and adverse effects.