Table 3 The recommended doses and formulations of testosterone by formulation, dose, frequency, and route of administration.

From: The clinical management of testosterone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder: a review

Formulation

Dose

Frequency

Route of administration

Testim 1%

1/10th tube, 5 mg

Daily

Transdermal

Axiron 2%

0.3 ml

Daily

Transdermal, underarm

Androgel 1%

1/10th tube, 5 mg

Daily

Transdermal

Testosterone Enthanate or Cypionate

100 mg/ml, inject 0.05 ml (5 mg)

Weekly

Intramuscular

Testosterone implant

75 mg, 1 pellet

Every 4–6 months

Subcutaneous