Striant Bucl

Generic Name: TESTOSTERONE SUSTAINED-RELEASE - BUCCAL
Pronounced: (tess-TOSS-ter-own)

Striant Bucl Side Effects

Uses and How to Use
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>>Precautions and Side Effects
Drug Interactions

Side effects in the mouth and gums may occur, including redness, irritation, pain, tenderness, swelling, and bitter/strange/change in taste. These effects usually go away within several days but may last up to 2 weeks. Headache, nausea, acne, change in sexual interest, hair loss, toothache, or trouble sleeping may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, anxiety)
bleeding gums
mouth sores
trouble breathing (especially while sleeping)
breast enlargement/pain

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

persistent nausea/vomiting
dark urine
yellowing of eyes/skin
stomach/abdominal pain
swelling of ankles/feet
sudden weight gain
trouble urinating
painful ejaculation
bloody semen
frequent pain/stiffness in lower back/hips/thighs
testicle pain/tenderness
change in size/shape of the testicles

In patients with diabetes, especially those taking insulin, testosterone may decrease your blood sugar. Be prepared to treat low blood sugar while you are using this medication. Symptoms of low blood sugar include shakiness, nervousness, fast heartbeat, and sweating. If you are experiencing these symptoms, consult your doctor.

In the very unlikely event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using this drug and seek immediate medical attention, or permanent problems could occur.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: