Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsulean AndroGel, Testosterone, is used to treat male hypogonadism.

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SKU

 CMS2157

USA Brand Name

 AndroGel

Strength

 40mg

Generic Name

 Testosterone

Manufacturer

 Sun Pharmaceutical, India

Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone)

What Is The Generic Name For Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule:

Testosterone is the generic version for Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

  • AndroGel

About Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone)

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule contains an active ingredient, Testosterone, which is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism and is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Sun Pharmaceutical, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule.

Strength:

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule contains an active ingredient, Testosterone, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used in the treatment in following conditions:

  • Hypogonadism
  • Breast cancer

How Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone) Works:

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule has an active ingredient; Testosterone. It is similar to the natural male hormone, testosterone which works by replacing the deficient testosterone levels in adult men. Deficiency of testosterone may cause various health problems including impotence, infertility, low sex drive, tiredness, depressive mood and bone loss.

Before You Use Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

Make sure that:

  • You are not allergic to Testosterone
  • You are not having any serious Disease
  • Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

  • You should avoid taking alcohol  
  • You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

You should not take Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule if you:

  • Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
  • Have prostate cancer
  • Have breast cancer (in males)
  • Have any severe heart disease
  • Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

  • Have Allergy To The Capsule
  • Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
  • Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
  • Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule contains an active ingredient, Testosterone, which is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule at a fixed time with or without the food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

How Much Of The Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone) to Be Used:

As Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. Do not take the Capsule on your own and for longer time than prescribed by doctor.

How To Take The Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

Take Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the capsule as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the capsule. Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

You are always advised to take Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Capsule in smaller or larger amount or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of any overdose symptoms. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if any overdose symptoms is suspected.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage to make up for the missed dosage.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Cernos 40 Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule (Testosterone):

  • Enlargement of breasts in males
  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Hair loss
  • Capsule site pain
  • Gum or mouth irritation
  • Change in taste
  • Dry mouth
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Increased red blood cells
  • Hot flushes
  • Enlarged prostate

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule. It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

  • Fluconazole
  • Glimepiride
  • Levothyroxine
  • Anticoagulants
  • Disease- modifying antirheumatic drug

There are disease interactions with Testosterone which include:

  • Carcinoma in males
  • Fluid Retention and edema
  • Bleeding disorders
  • Diabetes
  • Prostate cancer
  • Severe heart disease
  • Polycythemia
  • Hypercalcemia

Warning And Precaution:

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule can worsen the conditions like:

  • Allergy
  • Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.


Things To Remember:

  • Keep out of reach of children
  • You must get your blood tests done regularly to monitor red blood cells, liver function, testosterone, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels
  • You must always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.
  • Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.


Indications:

Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this Capsule for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Cernos 40 mg Soft Gelatin Capsule at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Capsule should be intact and is not damaged while storing.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
The information in this website is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.