Side effects and watch-outs
- Insertion site infection (rare)
- Pellet extrusion (3–10%)
- Fibrosis at insertion site
- Oestrogen elevation
- HPTA suppression
- Cannot rapidly adjust dose once implanted
- ⚠️ Irreversible for the duration once implanted
Testosterone / Very Long Ester
Testosterone Pellets (Testopel)
FDA-approved subcutaneous testosterone pellets implanted every 3–6 months. Smooth steady-state levels. Popular with women for low-dose TRT. Requires minor surgical procedure.
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