VIRIGEN Schering
| Features | |
| Also known as | Test, T |
| Blood pressure | Can cause hypertension |
| Chemical name | 17ОІ-Hydroxyandrost-4-en-3-one |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 50-400 mg every 2 to 4 weeks (injection), varies with other formulations |
| Dosage (sports) | 200-1000 mg per week (injection) |
| Effects | Increased muscle mass, strength, and overall physical performance |
| Formula | C19H28O2 |
| Half-life | Approximately 10-100 minutes in its natural form, but ester derivatives have longer half-lives |
| Hepatotoxicity | Low in injectable form but higher in oral formulations |
| Lab Test | Testosterone levels in blood can be measured by total serum testosterone test |
| Main action | Promotes development and maintenance of male secondary sexual characteristics |
| Raw Material | Testosterone Undecanoate |
| Side effects | Acne, hair loss, liver damage, increased risk of heart disease, mood swings, increased aggression |
| Storage conditions | Store at controlled room temperature between 20 to 25В°C (68 to 77В°F) |
| Substance class | Androgen, Steroid |
| Trade name | AndroGel, Testim, Delatestryl, Androderm |
| Use in sports | Commonly used in bodybuilding and other sports for muscle growth and performance enhancement |
| Water Retention | Yes |
| Manufacturer | SCHERING-PLOUGH TR |
| Packing | 30 caps x 40 mg |