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Testosterone buccal system
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Pronounced: (tes-TOS-ter-one)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Androgens |
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Drug InformationStriant is a hormone medicine that contains testosterone. It is used to treat adult men when their bodies do not make any testosterone or not enough testosterone (hypogonadism). Striant is a white to off-white tablet-like buccal system that is applied to the upper gum area of the mouth. Striant is not to be chewed or swallowed. Striantâ"¢ is a controlled substance (CIII) because it contains testosterone. Therefore, you should keep your Striant in a secure place. Do not share or sell your Striantâ"¢.
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Medicines are sometimes prescribed for conditions that are not mentioned in patient information leaflets. Do not use Striant for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Striant to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them, and you should be aware that Striant is a controlled substance. This leaflet summarizes the most important information about Striant. If you would like more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Striant that is written for health professionals.
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Side EffectsInform your doctor immediately if any of the following symptoms appear while using Striant.
Precautions:
Do not use Striant if you: have breast cancer (rare in men), have prostate cancer, are a woman (especially if you are pregnant or breast-feeding), are allergic to Striant; The active ingredient in Striant is testosterone.
Preganant:
DO NOT use this medicine if you are a women (especially if you are pregnant or breast-feeding). Striant MAY HARM the babies of pregnant and breast-feeding women.
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Dosage InformationUse Striant twice a day, once in the morning and once at night (about 12 hours apart). You may find it convenient to apply morning dose after brushing your teeth following breakfast and evening dose following your evening meal. Striant should be applied as follows: Push one Striant buccal system out of the backside of the blister card. You will notice that Striant is curved on one side and flat on the other side. The flat side has a marking on it (company logo). Before you apply Striant, locate the area on your upper gum, just above either the left or right incisor. The incisor is the tooth just to the right or left of your two front teeth. Place the flat side of the Striant system on your fingertip. Gently push the curved side of Striant against your upper gum in the area shown. Push the Striant system up as high as it will go on the gum. If you have applied Striant correctly, the flat side will be facing your cheek. Using your finger on the outside of your upper lip, hold the Striant buccal system in place for 30 seconds. This will make the buccal system stick to your gum or cheek. As the Striant buccal system absorbs moisture from your mouth, it will begin to soften and will mold to the shape of your gum. You should be aware that Striant does not dissolve completely, but will remain in place for 12 hours. Striant is made to stay in place until you remove it. Remove Striant by gently sliding it to the front or back of your mouth to loosen it. Then slide it downwards from your gum to your tooth. This will avoid scratching the gum. With each application, you should rotate Striant to alternate sides of your mouth. If Striant does not stick or falls off within the first 8 hours, remove the original system and apply a new one. This counts as replacing the first dose. Apply the next system about 12 hours after the original buccal system was applied. If Striant falls off after 8 hours but before 12 hours, replace the original buccal system. This replacement can serve as the second dose for that day. If Striant sticks to your cheek and not your gum, this is acceptable. Do not replace the buccal system if this should happen. Check to see if Striant is in place following toothbrushing, use of mouthwash and consumption of food or alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages. If Striant does not stick or falls off, follow the above mentioned directions to replace with a new system.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep Striant at a temperature between 68° and 77° F (20-25° C). Protect from heat and moisture. Do not use a damaged blister package. Keep Striant and all medicines out of the reach of children. Discarded Striant buccal systems should be thrown away in a household trash can in a way that prevents children or pets from accidentally using or taking them.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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