Testosterone boosters are available to purchase over the counter. However, the FDA does not regulate these products, and there is not enough evidence to suggest that they are effective in increasing testosterone levels.

Boosting your testosterone levels excessively can cause unwanted (and even harmful) side effects – think: shrinking testicles, breast development, and a drop in sperm count (so, potentially infertility). It can even lead to erectile dysfunction.

The potential side effects of testosterone supplements include:

• Hair loss.
• Male breast enlargement.
• Acne.
• Testicular atrophy.
• Prostate enlargement.
• Loss of libido.
• Increased aggression.
• Infertility.

How low your testosterone is and the cause of the issue will impact how long it takes for you to see a difference. Supplements like TestoPrime, which use evidence-based ingredients, may produce results in three to eight weeks; however, taking the pills consistently over six months will give far better results.

Testosterone is responsible for increased muscle mass. Leaner body mass helps control weight and increases energy. For men with low testosterone, studies show that treatment can decrease fat mass and increase muscle size and strength. Some men reported a change in lean body mass but no increase in strength.

Your body will begin to redistribute your weight. Fat will diminish somewhat around your hips and thighs. Your arms and legs will develop more muscle definition, with more prominent veins and a slightly rougher appearance, as the fat just beneath the skin becomes a bit thinner.

Be mindful of unknown risks of testosterone replacement therapy. Approach testosterone therapy with caution if you are at high risk for prostate cancer; have severe urinary symptoms from prostate enlargement; or have diagnosed heart disease, a previous heart attack, or multiple risk factors for heart problems.

Adults - Dose is based on the testosterone concentration level in your blood and must be determined by your doctor. At first, the dose is 237 milligrams (mg) taken 2 times a day, in the morning and in the evening. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is not more than 396 mg per day.

Is Testosterone a Steroid or Hormone? Testosterone is both - it's a steroid hormone. Chemically speaking, it's an anabolic steroid (due to its molecular formula of four rings) that your body produces naturally. It's also a male sex hormone responsible for male traits and the reproductive system.

When you stop taking testosterone boosters, the body reverts to its state before beginning treatment. A lot of patients report feeling weaker and more tired and noticing an increase in fat and a loss of muscle mass. Some patients also report a reduced sex drive and hair loss [1].

In men, it's thought to regulate sex drive (libido), bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass and strength, and the production of red blood cells and sperm. A small amount of circulating testosterone is converted to estradiol, a form of estrogen.

Testosterone is well known to help in libido, bone density, muscle mass, body composition, mood, erythropoiesis, and cognition.

One of the most common questions we get from men in our clinic is, “How long will I need to take Testosterone for?” It's an understandable concern, especially when you discuss adding a new medication. Our answer to this is simple: you can stay on testosterone therapy for as long as you feel it is benefiting you.