Testosterone Cypionate: Uses and Side Effects

Testosterone cypionate is a synthetic version of the naturally occurring male sex hormone, testosterone. It is commonly used to treat low testosterone levels in men.
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Testosterone Cypionate FAQ


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What is testosterone cypionate?

Testosterone cypionate, sold under the brand name Depo-Testosterone among others, is an androgen and anabolic steroid (AAS) medication which is used mainly in the treatment of low testosterone levels in men. It is also used in hormone therapy for transgender men.

Is testosterone cypionate a controlled substance?

Testosterone cypionate is a controlled substance. This means it’s regulated by the government. Testosterone cypionate is used to treat symptoms of hypogonadism in males. In this condition, males don’t produce enough of the sex hormone testosterone.

How is testosterone cypionate metabolized?

To start its activity, testosterone cypionate has to be processed by enzymes in the bloodstream. These enzymes will break the bond between the cypionate ester moiety and the testosterone. Once separated, testosterone is metabolized to 17-keto steroids through two different pathways.

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