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Testosterone
Rumor vs Truth
In this episode, Don and Steve flex their clinical muscles and bust myths about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - from supplements to safety risks.
🐶 Can topical testosterone transfer to pets and kids?
💊 Are supplements like ginseng and vitamin D legit testosterone boosters?
❤️ Does testosterone increase cardiovascular risk?
Stick around as our pharmacist duo breaks down the evidence and shares insights on these hot-button hormone claims:
- Testosterone should be considered for ALL men with low testosterone levels, or “low T”
- Topical testosterone can transfer to other people and pets
- Some vitamins and supplements are safe and effective for increasing testosterone levels
- Testosterone products increase cardiovascular risks
- Testosterone can cause prostate cancer
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TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:
- Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC
- Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP
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Guest:
- Caitlin Prather, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, TTS
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The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights:
- Article: Put Testosterone Replacement Claims to the Test
- Chart: Comparison of Testosterone Products
- Chart: Hormones for Transgender Patients
- NatMed
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