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What do you think of gels, creams, pellets, patches, natesto and other methods of testosterone administration other than injection? Seems to be mixed opinions from most I’ve seen.
AlphaMD's Answer
In general, they are less effective than injections. The reason for the mixed opinions is generally because for some people, just a small change is enough of a boost for them and they'd rather not have to deal with needles. The other options you mentioned do improve Testosterone, but they almost always are less consistent, require more effort from the patient (and thus have less compliance and consistency), and cost more than Testosterone itself.
That said, we only push for it because we feel that it is the best. If someone wants an alternative we have access to those & are more than happy to work with someone to get those instead.
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