Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Testosterone can cause hair loss. It is a known side effect of this drug. Apart from hair loss Testosterone can also cause hair growth on the face, chest, and back (hirsutism). For partial hair loss, you are advised to take hair tonic and also consult your doctor.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Testosterone contains testosterone which is a steroid sex hormone. Normally, this hormone is produced by testes and ovaries in male and female both but sometimes due to some defect or any medical condition production of this hormone is prevented which causes delayed growth, puberty and affects the other roles that are played by testosterone in our body. Testosterone works by restoring the normal levels of this hormone in the body which helps in regulating the normal growth, development of male organs and maintenance of secondary sex characteristics. It also helps in regulating the production of sperms in males.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Testosterone is a brand name of testosterone and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It belongs to the class of drugs known as androgens. It is a prescription drug that is given as testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for management of hypogonadism which is a condition in which the reproductive organs such as testes and ovaries are not able to produce testosterone in sufficient quantity or not at all due to any defect or medical condition. It is also used for the treatment of delayed growth and puberty in males and inoperable mammary cancer in women.

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Testosterone can cause high calcium levels (hypercalcemia) in immobilized patients. It is a known side effect of this drug that occurs very rarely. however, this effect is reversible and restored normal levels of calcium after discontinuation of this drug.

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Testosterone may cause aggressive behavior. It occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. It causes aggressive behavior by activating certain areas of the brain which are considered to be responsible for aggressive behavior. However, if you experience excessive aggression after using this drug then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.