Transderm Side Effects
>>>Help Community - Post Your Transderm Side Effect
More Rx Information: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZAsk about Transderm Side Effects
Transderm Safety Reports reported to FDA
Total Transderm reports: 77.Transderm FDA safety alerts: 2004 2005 2007 2008 .
Reported deaths: 4 Reported hospitalizations: 10.
Take Transderm Side Effects Survey or Share Your Transderm Story.
Reported Transderm Side Effects: dizziness, confusional state, nausea, hallucination, visual, vision blurred, amnesia, balance disorder, vomiting, headache, asthenia, gait disturbance.
More About Transderm.
If you have questions about Transderm, you can ask a Health Expert or Ask Patient Community about Transderm.
Showing 1-50 of 77 Next >
Transderm Side Effects Report #5104991-5Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Aug 24, 2006. Male patient, 63 years of age, weighting 160.1 lb, was diagnosed with prophylaxis against motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dry mouth, throat tightness. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, Q72H, TRANSDERMAL; SEE IMAGE. During the same period patient was treated with TRANSDERM SCOP. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5106822-6
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Pharmacist from NORWAY on Aug 18, 2006. Female patient was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: accidental overdose. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. Patient died.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5109351-9
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Aug 14, 2006. Female patient, 63 years of age, weighting 147.9 lb, was diagnosed with prophylaxis against motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anorexia, asthenia, balance disorder, confusional state, dementia, dizziness, nausea, vomiting. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, Q72H, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with FOSAMAX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5114511-7
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 07, 2006. Female patient was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, balance disorder, confusional state, dizziness, dyskinesia, dyspnoea, fall, gait disturbance, heart rate decreased. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with TRANSDERM SCOP, TRANSDERM SCOP, DOXEPIN, BONINE. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5119654-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Sept 11, 2006. Female patient was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, balance disorder, confusional state, dizziness, dyskinesia, dyspnoea, fall, feeling abnormal, gait disturbance. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with TRANSDERM SCOP, TRANSDERM SCOP, DOXEPIN, BONINE, ANTIASTHMATICS. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5120978-0
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Aug 03, 2006. Female patient was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, sedation. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, TRANSDERMAL. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5126352-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Sept 25, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with dizziness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abnormal behaviour, confusional state. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, TRANSDERMAL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5128544-8
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 28, 2006. Female patient, 26 years of age, weighting 138.0 lb, was diagnosed with dizziness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: balance disorder, dry mouth, hallucination, auditory, heart rate increased, insomnia, malaise, muscle twitching, vision blurred, visual disturbance. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with ZITHROMAX. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5159166-0
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Nov 01, 2006. Female patient, 62 years of age, weighting 110.0 lb, was diagnosed with salivary hypersecretion and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: activities of daily living impaired, amnesia, balance disorder, confusional state, dizziness, fall, impaired driving ability, impaired work ability, off label use. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, Q72H, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with HORMONES, NEURONTIN. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5160116-1
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Nov 01, 2006. Male patient, 71 years of age, weighting 145.1 lb, was diagnosed with prophylaxis and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abnormal behaviour, agitation, confusional state, disorientation, restlessness. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with ASPIRIN, TOPROL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5163401-2
Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Nov 13, 2006. Female patient, 69 years of age, was diagnosed with nausea and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: salivary hypersecretion. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LORAZEPAM, MORPHINE. Patient died on 04/14/2004.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5163402-4
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Nov 13, 2006. Female patient, 83 years of age, was diagnosed with nausea and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: salivary hypersecretion. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with TYLENOL, DURAGESIC, LORAZEPAM. Patient died on 04/20/2004.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5179433-4
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Dec 04, 2006. Female patient, 49 years of age, weighting 200.0 lb, was diagnosed with vertigo and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: application site erythema, application site pruritus, application site vesicles, skin disorder, skin irritation, skin ulcer, wound drainage. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, Q72H, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with HUMULIN R, LANTUS, SYNTHROID, MAXZIDE, ULTRAM, LORCET. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5192546-6
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Pharmacist from CANADA on Dec 12, 2006. Female patient, 13 years of age, was diagnosed with nausea and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: eye swelling, swelling face. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with ZANTAC, NEUPOGEN. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5383793-9
Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on June 27, 2007. Male patient, child 5 years of age, weighting 44.97 lb, was diagnosed with drooling and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: application site pruritus, eye swelling, grand mal convulsion, oedema peripheral, pyrexia, rash, urticaria. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, Q72H, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with TRANSDERM SCOP, VITAMINS, MIRALAX, FOCALIN, PREVACID, ADVAIR DISKUS, ELIDEL, NASONEX. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5383802-7
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on June 25, 2007. Female patient, 79 years of age, was diagnosed with prophylaxis of nausea and vomiting and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, diarrhoea, dizziness, vomiting. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, ONCE/SINGLE, TRANSDERMAL. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5385199-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on July 06, 2007. Male patient, 91 years of age, weighting 140.0 lb, was diagnosed with dizziness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: disorientation, dreamy state, dysarthria, hallucination. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5391819-1
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on July 10, 2007. Female patient, 72 years of age, weighting 179.9 lb, was diagnosed with motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: atrioventricular block first degree, bundle branch block right, concomitant disease aggravated, confusional state, disorientation, memory impairment, qrs axis abnormal. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, ONCE/SINGLE, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with ZOLOFT, ANTIHYPERTENSIVE, REGLAN, ZANTAC, VIVELLE, NOVOLOG, NITRO, LANTUS. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5394823-2
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on July 17, 2007. Female patient, 32 years of age, weighting 134.9 lb, was diagnosed with motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, aphasia, convulsion, dizziness, fear, gait disturbance, glossodynia, limb injury, loss of consciousness. TRANSDERM dosage: 15. MG, TRANSDERMAL. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5402826-4
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on July 23, 2007. Female patient, 44 years of age, weighting 220.0 lb, was diagnosed with dizziness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, chest discomfort, dehydration. TRANSDERM dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with CLARINEX, FLONASE, CONTRACEPTIVES NOS, XANAX. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5404750-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on July 22, 2007. Female patient, 35 years of age, was diagnosed with motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: activities of daily living impaired, dizziness, feeling abnormal, gait disturbance, hallucination, visual, headache, motion sickness, somnolence, vision blurred. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, Q72H, TRANSDERMAL, 1.5 MG, ONCE/SINGLE, TRANSDERMAL. During the same period patient was treated with ASACOL. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5411734-4
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Physician from AUSTRALIA on Aug 03, 2007. Female patient, 78 years of age, was diagnosed with angina pectoris and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: erythema, malaise. TRANSDERM dosage: 25 MG, QD. During the same period patient was treated with ACTILAX, CHLOROMYCETIN, DILTIAZEM, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, LACRI, NASONEX, NEXIUM, PANAMAX. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5419143-9
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Aug 08, 2007. Female patient, 32 years of age, weighting 134.9 lb, was diagnosed with motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abasia, amnesia, aphasia, blood calcium decreased, blood potassium decreased, convulsive threshold lowered, dizziness, electroencephalogram abnormal, fear. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, TRANSDERMAL. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5421162-3
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 09, 2007. Female patient was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: headache, vision blurred, visual acuity reduced. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, ONCE/SINGLE. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5444459-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Aug 16, 2007. Female patient, 35 years of age, weighting 158.1 lb, was diagnosed with motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fatigue, headache, mydriasis, tinnitus, visual field defect. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, ONCE/SINGLE. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5449891-6
TRANSDERM problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 28, 2007. Female patient, 32 years of age, weighting 134.9 lb, was diagnosed with motion sickness and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, aphasia, convulsion, dizziness, fear, feeling abnormal, gait disturbance, glossodynia, limb injury. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, TRANSDERMAL. Patient recovered.
Transderm Side Effects Report #5455962-0
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported TRANSDERM problem on Sept 06, 2007. Female patient, 91 years of age, weighting 91.05 lb, was diagnosed with increased upper airway secretion and was treated with TRANSDERM. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: confusional state, cough, hallucination, overdose, restlessness, sleep talking. TRANSDERM dosage: 1.5 MG, ABOUT TWO WEEKS EARLIER, TRANSDERMAL. Patient recovered.
Showing 1-50 of 77 Next >
Drug Information: Testosterone Transdermal
URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a601118.html
(tes tos' ter one)Why is this medication prescribed?
Testosterone transdermal patches are used to treat the symptoms of low testosterone in men who do not produce enough natural testosterone. Testosterone is a hormone that is usually produced by the body that contributes to the growth, development, and functioning of the male sexual organs and typical male characteristics. Symptoms of low testosterone include decreased sexual desire and ability, extreme tiredness, low energy, depression, and loss of certain male characteristics such as muscular build and deep voice. Testosterone patches work by supplying synthetic testosterone to replace testosterone that is normally produced naturally.
How should this medicine be used?
Transdermal testosterone comes as a patch to apply to the skin. It is usually applied once daily, and the schedule depends on the type of patch. Androderm patches are applied each night between 8 pm and midnight and left on for 24 hours. Testoderm patches are applied at the same time every morning (or any other regular time of day or night if the morning is inconvenient) and left on for 22-24 hours. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use testosterone patches exactly as directed. Do not apply more or fewer patches or apply the patches more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Androderm and Testoderm brand patches both contain testosterone, but they are manufactured differently and are intended for use on different parts of the body. Be sure you know which type of patch you are using and where, when, and how you are to apply your patches. Carefully read the manufacturer's patient information that comes with your patches.
If you are using Androderm patches, you should choose a spot on your back, stomach, thighs, or upper arms to apply your patch(es). Be sure that the spot you have chosen is not oily, hairy, likely to perspire heavily, over a bone such as a shoulder or hip, or likely to be under pressure from sitting or sleeping. Do not apply to the scrotum or a skin area with open sores or irritation. Also be sure that the patch will stay flat against the skin and will not be pulled or stretched during normal activity. Choose a different spot each night and wait at least 7 days before applying another patch to a spot you have used.
If you are using Testoderm patches, you should apply them to your scrotum. Before you begin treatment, you should shave the hair from the area. Stretch your scrotal skin and shave with short gentle strokes of a disposable razor. Do not use soap, water, lotions, creams, or chemical hair removers. You should shave the area whenever hair has grown back, usually once or twice a week.
Androderm patches may be worn while swimming, bathing, or showering. However, Testoderm patches should be removed before water activities and placed on a clean, dry surface with the shiny side facing up. After water activities, dry your body and reapply the patch using the regular procedure.
If a patch becomes loose, smooth it down with your fingers. If it falls off, try to reapply the same patch. If the patch cannot be reapplied, apply a new one. However, if an Androderm patch falls off after twelve noon or if a Testoderm patch falls off after you have worn it for 12 hours, do not apply a new patch until your next scheduled application time.
Testosterone patches may control your condition but will not cure it. It may take up to 8 weeks before you feel the full benefit of testosterone. Continue to use testosterone patches even if you feel well. Do not stop using testosterone patches without talking to your doctor. If you stop using testosterone, your symptoms may return.
To use Androderm patches, follow these steps:
- Clean and dry the spot where you will apply the patch.
- Tear the foil pouch along the edge and remove the patch.
- Peel the protective liner and silver disc off the patch and throw them away.
- Place the patch on your skin with the sticky side down and press down firmly with your palm for 10 seconds. Be sure it is completely stuck to your skin, especially around the edges.
- When you are ready to remove the patch, pull it off the skin and throw it away in a trash can that is out of the reach of children and pets. Children and pets can be harmed if they chew on or play with used patches.
- Apply a new patch immediately by following steps 1-4.
To use Testoderm patches, follow these steps:
- Be sure that your scrotum and your hands are warm and dry.
- Tear the pouch along the top edge and remove the patch.
- Peel the clear plastic liner off the patch and throw it away.
- Warm the patch by holding it a few inches away from a mild heat source such as a light bulb or blowdryer.
- Sit or stand in a comfortable position. Stretch the skin of your scrotum to smooth out the folds.
- Press the shiny side of the patch onto your scrotum. Cup your hand over the patch and hold it in place for 10 seconds.
- Be sure that the edges of the patch are pressed firmly against your skin. If the patch falls off, repeat steps 4-6. Be sure to warm the patch again and try holding it in place for longer than 10 seconds.
- Put on close fitting underwear to hold the patch in place. If the patch still falls off, wearing an athletic supporter may help.
- When you are ready to remove the patch, gently peel it off the skin and throw it away in a trash can that is out of the reach of children and pets. Children and pets can be harmed if they chew on or play with used patches.
Other uses for this medicine
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before using testosterone patches,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to testosterone, ethanol, or any other medications.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin); insulin (Humalin, Humalog, Novolin, others); oral steroids such as dexamethasone (Decadron, Dexone), methylprednisolone (Medrol), and prednisone (Deltasone); and propranolol (Inderal). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
- tell your doctor if you have a family history of prostate cancer, if you smoke or work with heavy metals such as cadmium and if you have or have ever had a blood disorder, breast or prostate cancer, diabetes, or heart, kidney, liver, or lung disease.
- you should know that transdermal testosterone is only for use in men. Women should not use this medication, especially if they are or may become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Testosterone may harm the fetus.
- you should know that Androderm and Testoderm patches may be worn during sexual activity. It is very unlikely that your partner will be exposed to more than slight amounts of testosterone. However, there is a slight possiblity that the patch may be transferred to the partner's skin. If this happens, remove the patch and wash the area well. Call a doctor immediately if your female partner develops bad acne or grows hair in new places on her body.
- if you are using Androderm patches, your skin may become irritated in the place where you apply the patch(es). If this happens, you may apply a small amount of hydrocortisone cream to the area after removing your patch(es). Only use hydrocortisone cream; do not use an ointment. If your skin remains irritated after this treatment, call your doctor.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Apply the missed patch(es) as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not apply extra patches to make up for a missed dose.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Transdermal testosterone may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- itching, pain, or irritation of scrotum if you are using Testoderm patches
- burn-like blisters, pain, redness, hardness, or itching in the place you applied Androderm patches
- enlarged or tender breasts
- acne
- depression
- headache
- dizziness
- pain anywhere in the body, especially the back
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:
- erections that happen too often or that do not go away
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- yellowing of skin or eyes
- ankle swelling
- changes in skin color
- difficulty breathing while awake or asleep
- pain in pelvis (area between hips)
- difficult, frequent, or painful urination
- painful ejaculation
- fever or chills
- black and tarry stools
- red blood in stools
- bloody vomit
- vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds
- slow or difficult speech
- faintness
- weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
- rash
Medications similar to testosterone that are taken by mouth for a long time may cause serious damage to the liver or liver cancer. Transdermal testosterone has not been shown to cause this damage. Testosterone may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the risks of taking this medication.
Testosterone may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Use patches immediately after opening the protective pouch. Androderm patches may burst if exposed to extreme heat or pressure. Do not use damaged patches. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
If you wear too many patches, or wear patches for too long, too much testosterone may be absorbed into your bloodstream. In that case, you may experience symptoms of an overdose.
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
- slow or difficult speech
- faintness
- weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor will order certain lab tests to check your body's response to testosterone.
Testosterone can interfere with the results of certain laboratory tests. Before having any tests, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you are taking testosterone.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
Brand name(s):
|
|
|