Androgens (Systemic)
Precautions While Using This MedicineYour doctor should check your progress at regular
visits to make sure this medicine does not cause unwanted effects.
For patients with diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes)
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This medicine may affect blood sugar levels. If you notice a change
in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests or if you have any questions,
check with your doctor.
For patients using the brand name Testoderm patches
(matrix-type)
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In some cases, this medicine can pass from you to your sexual partner.
Tell your doctor if your female sex partner has a great increase in acne.
Also, tell your doctor if her hair begins to grow in odd places like her upper
lip, chest, or back. This will not occur if you are using the reservoir-type
skin patch because it is not applied to the scrotum and because it has a protective
liner.
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