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On Testosterone Replacement Therapy For 3 Weeks. Having Heart Palpitations And Insomnia. Possible Side Effects?
Question: I have been on testosterone replacement therapy for 3 weeks. Having heart palpitations and insomnia. Possible side effects? I'm 66 with normal T for that age. Thanks!
Hi XXXXXX
Thanks for the query
Testosterone can be administered by various methods like injection, patch etc.
Side effect profile depends on the formulation that you are using and also the dose and dosage used. Please clarify .
Also, can you mention me the condition for which this is indicated
Do you have any other symptoms other than palpitation and insomnia ?
I would be glad to answer your query after I receive above clarifications
Thank you and I look forward to your reply
Thanks for the query
Testosterone can be administered by various methods like injection, patch etc.
Side effect profile depends on the formulation that you are using and also the dose and dosage used. Please clarify .
Also, can you mention me the condition for which this is indicated
Do you have any other symptoms other than palpitation and insomnia ?
I would be glad to answer your query after I receive above clarifications
Thank you and I look forward to your reply
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