Andro-Gel???

[ToxicWaste]

Hi Evo,

I was finally diagnosed with hypogonadism (Low T). Took three months for them to finally come to this conclusion, after jumping through all the hoops they wanted me to do. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism (Hashimoto's Disease) and got that under control. I was also diagnosed with sleep apnea. All of this in the past three months.

So here's my dilemma: I got a prescription for Andro-Gel and I have United Healthcare insurance. After using a crappy "discount" card from the manufacturer, it comes to $392!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Who on earth can afford that?! I think my endocrinologist will have to consider giving me the injection instead of the topical. I didn't argue with her as I just want to feel normal again. I've never pinned in my life, only SARMs. So my diagnosis is real. Been feeling like ass for 2 years straight. I can't find Andro anywhere, not even RoidMass. It also wouldn't make sense to by Test E either, since I'd have to get the supporting cast of supps to block estrogen etc.

Any advice guys?

P.S: You don't want Low T. Life is simply miserable. It's finally been impacting my gym performance for a few months and the gym is something I would do, no matter how I felt.

Thanks...

 

[muskate]

Andro-gel is extremely expensive no matter where you go. You can get a generic compounded testosterone cream for cheaper, but it'll still be around $150-200. I remember looking into it when I was prescribed TRT.

Due to the ridiculous cost (and most health insurance providers not covering the cream) I went the injection route. The injections really aren't that bad. I inject once per week in the glutes. I rotate butt cheeks each week.

I would do the injections if I was you. It'll be much cheaper and much easier. One injection per week and you're done. No need to worry about constantly applying a cream everyday.

 

[ToxicWaste]

Andro-gel is extremely expensive no matter where you go. You can get a generic compounded testosterone cream for cheaper, but it'll still be around $150-200. I remember looking into it when I was prescribed TRT.

Due to the ridiculous cost (and most health insurance providers not covering the cream) I went the injection route. The injections really aren't that bad. I inject once per week in the glutes. I rotate butt cheeks each week.

I would do the injections if I was you. It'll be much cheaper and much easier. One injection per week and you're done. No need to worry about constantly applying a cream everyday.

Good information. That's still a rip off. I know I won't get an exception in cost. Doubt many do. The doc will need to do injections. Problem is, AndroGel has patents pending. I finally get diagnosed after two years and now I can't afford the med. WTF..... I expect more to come tomorrow.

 

[Jay Scott]

Good information. That's still a rip off. I know I won't get an exception in cost. Doubt many do. The doc will need to do injections. Problem is, AndroGel has patents pending. I finally get diagnosed after two years and now I can't afford the med. WTF..... I expect more to come tomorrow.

If I had to go on TRT, I would not even bother with gels and creams and I would go straight for injections. Better bioavailability, more convenient, less hassle & much cheaper.

 

[Masonic Bodybuilder]

If I had to go on TRT, I would not even bother with gels and creams and I would go straight for injections. Better bioavailability, more convenient, less hassle & much cheaper.

Exactly my thoughts. Have a chat with the doctor and say you want injections. You can say you are worried about the cream rubbing off on your spouse, or just say it irritates your skin.

 

[ToxicWaste]

I ended up getting approved for Testim. 30 tubes a month. If this stuff doesn't do anything within a couple months, I'm going to push for injections.

 

[Viking7]

I'm on board w/everyone else here - the injection route is clearly the way to go.

Easier, cheaper and more effective.

 

[ToxicWaste]

This endocrinologist wasn't too thrilled to even diagnose me. She thought it was this, that and then this and that again. She finally had to face the music and diagnose me. So I didn't argue. Like I said, I'll try it her way first and when I'm retested for an update and it didn't change, then I'll ask for injections. I've been pursuing this bs for over a year and felt like crap for 2 at least.

 

[Viking7]

I feel you brother -

Not sure what your situation is, but I found the best and most sympathetic medical professionals are those found in the "sports doctor" section of your local MD registry. A lot of them will be DO's not MD's, but it doesn't matter since practitioners in both disciplines are given FDA Prescription #'s.

Best of luck and keep us posted!