Androderm (Testosterone)

Overview

Androderm (testosterone transdermal system) topical (for the skin) is a naturally occurring male hormone used to treat conditions in men that result from a lack of natural testosterone.

What Are Side Effects of Androderm?

Common side effects of Androderm include:

• redness, itching, burning, irritation, or hardened skin where the skin patch is worn;
• breast swelling or tenderness,
• increased acne or hair growth,
• headache,
• depressed mood, or
• changes in your sex drive.

Tell your doctor if you have serious side effects of Androderm including:

• burn-like blistering of the skin where the transdermal patch is worn,
• skin irritation with patch-wearing that does not get better with time,
• problems with urination,
• swelling of your ankles,
• frequent/prolonged erections,
• nausea,
• stomach pain,
• low fever,
• loss of appetite,
• dark urine,
• clay-colored stools, or
• jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Dosage for Androderm

The recommended starting dose is one Androderm 4 mg/day system (not two 2 mg/day systems) applied nightly for 24 hours.

Additional Information

Our Androderm (testosterone transdermal system) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.