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I'm a 58 yo male who has been using testim (10mg/day - 2 tubes) for about 7 years. i'm not 100% compliant with applying the gel everyday, so i was wondering if testopel pellets are as effective.

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Yes, but: In general, they provide a more constant level in the blood, but usually much higher than the creams.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Not recommended!: More expensive. Less precise. Requires a steel trochar to insert into muscle (damaging muscle fibers). If you miss your topical dose of testosterone every so often, it is not a major issue!

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Gurney Pearsall answered

Specializes in Anti-Aging Medicine

The Answer = YES: Testopel pellets are fda approved, safe and effective: see http://www.Testopel.Com if you seek an hrt solution that delivers a consistent dose over a long period of time, then you will enjoy the benefits of this mode of therapy. As for the procedure, the pellets are placed into the subcutaneous tissue....Not into the muscle. The procedure is performed under sterile conditions with anesthestia.

Answered 10/17/2013

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