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    Best way to pull last bit of Testosterone out of the vial

    yes! there is a LOT of Androgel left after the pump quits working because it's seemingly empty. You can get about one dose (2 pumps/40½mg) from the pump itself and there's about one more dose in the foil bag if you cut it open. At $45 co-pay, it's only about $3 worth left in the bottle, but...
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    Testosterone Preservative

    Replying to my own question about the 1mL vial NOT containing preservatives as per CVS pharmacist. YES it DOES contain preservatives - got out a magnifying glass this morning and read it right on the vial. I thinking that if the CVS pharmacist is wrong on that, she can't be trusted on much of...
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    Testosterone Preservative

    Testosterone Cypionate contains a preservative I was just told by my CVS pharmacist that the 200 mg/1 mL vials do NOT contain any preservative and she recommended that if I use only part of the vial, that I throw the rest away and use a new vial for the next injection. She said that the larger...
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038

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