Drug

Testosterone

Millions of men take testosterone drugs to strengthen muscles and boost low libido, but most don’t realize these synthetic hormones can come with serious cardiovascular consequences. Testosterone risks include stroke, heart attack, blood clots, and early death. 

Men who experienced complications from testosterone drugs may be entitled to medical compensation.

Introduced

1939

Treats

Low testosterone

Side Effects

Heart attack, stroke, blood clots, and early death

Read more about Testosterone

An illustration of the FDA labeling update to indicate testosterone therapy risks.

Testosterone Label Updated to Illustrate Dependency Risk

Ashley Lombardo · December 16, 2016

The Food and Drug Administration updated labeling to reflect a dependency risk linked to testosterone abuse.

FDA Regulation
An illustration of a syringe to indicate testosterone therapy risks.

Health Risks Linked to Overprescription of Testosterone Therapy

Ashley Lombardo · October 10, 2016

Testosterone therapy risks may include stroke, heart attack and other potential complications.

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