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  Dosage and Administration for AndroGel 1.62% differs from AndroGel 1%. For dosage and administration of AndroGel 1% refer to its full prescribing information. (2)

  2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

  The dose can be adjusted between a minimum of 20.25 mg of testosterone (1 pump actuation or a single 20.25 mg packet) and a maximum of 81 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations or two 40.5 mg packets). To ensure proper dosing, the dose should be titrated based on the pre-dose morning serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw at approximately 14 days and 28 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. In addition, serum testosterone concentration should be assessed periodically thereafter. Table 1 describes the dose adjustments required at each titration step.

  Table 1: Dose Adjustment Criteria Pre-Dose Morning Total Serum Testosterone Concentration Dose Titration Greater than 750 ng/dL Decrease daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet) Equal to or greater than 350 and equal to or less than 750 ng/dL No change: continue on current dose Less than 350 ng/dL Increase daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet)

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1.62% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the upper arms and shoulders. Do not apply AndroGel 1.62% to any other parts of the body, including the abdomen, genitals, chest, armpits (axillae), or knees [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should be instructed to use the palm of the hand to apply AndroGel 1.62% and spread across the maximum surface area as directed in Table 2 (for pump) and Table 3 (for packets) and in Figure 1.

  Table 2: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Pump Total Dose of Testosterone Total Pump Actuations Pump Actuations Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg 1 1 0 40.5 mg 2 1 1 60.75 mg 3 2 1 81 mg 4 2 2

  Table 3: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Packets

  Total Dose of Testosterone Total packets Gel Applications Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg One 20.25 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 0 40.5 mg One 40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet 60.75 mg One 20.25 mg packet AND
  One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 81 mg Two 40.5 mg packets One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to the right and left upper arms and shoulders as shown in the shaded areas in Figure 1.

  Figure 1. Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%

  Once the application site is dry, the site should be covered with clothing [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1.62%, are flammable.

  The patient should avoid swimming or showering or washing the administration site for a minimum of 2 hours after application [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose.

  After the priming procedure, fully depress the actuator once for every 20.25 mg of AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the application sites.

  When using packets, the entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. When 40.5 mg packets need to be split between the left and right shoulder, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied. Alternatively, AndroGel 1.62% can be applied directly to the application sites from the pump or packets.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1.62%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should only be applied to the upper arms and shoulders. The area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by a short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should wash their hands with soap and water immediately after applying AndroGel 1.62%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a t-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situations in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site(s) thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1.62% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible. 2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

  The dose can be adjusted between a minimum of 20.25 mg of testosterone (1 pump actuation or a single 20.25 mg packet) and a maximum of 81 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations or two 40.5 mg packets). To ensure proper dosing, the dose should be titrated based on the pre-dose morning serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw at approximately 14 days and 28 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. In addition, serum testosterone concentration should be assessed periodically thereafter. Table 1 describes the dose adjustments required at each titration step.

  Table 1: Dose Adjustment Criteria Pre-Dose Morning Total Serum Testosterone Concentration Dose Titration Greater than 750 ng/dL Decrease daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet) Equal to or greater than 350 and equal to or less than 750 ng/dL No change: continue on current dose Less than 350 ng/dL Increase daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet)

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1.62% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the upper arms and shoulders. Do not apply AndroGel 1.62% to any other parts of the body, including the abdomen, genitals, chest, armpits (axillae), or knees [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should be instructed to use the palm of the hand to apply AndroGel 1.62% and spread across the maximum surface area as directed in Table 2 (for pump) and Table 3 (for packets) and in Figure 1.

  Table 2: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Pump Total Dose of Testosterone Total Pump Actuations Pump Actuations Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg 1 1 0 40.5 mg 2 1 1 60.75 mg 3 2 1 81 mg 4 2 2

  Table 3: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Packets

  Total Dose of Testosterone Total packets Gel Applications Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg One 20.25 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 0 40.5 mg One 40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet 60.75 mg One 20.25 mg packet AND
  One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 81 mg Two 40.5 mg packets One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to the right and left upper arms and shoulders as shown in the shaded areas in Figure 1.

  Figure 1. Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%

  Once the application site is dry, the site should be covered with clothing [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1.62%, are flammable.

  The patient should avoid swimming or showering or washing the administration site for a minimum of 2 hours after application [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose.

  After the priming procedure, fully depress the actuator once for every 20.25 mg of AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the application sites.

  When using packets, the entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. When 40.5 mg packets need to be split between the left and right shoulder, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied. Alternatively, AndroGel 1.62% can be applied directly to the application sites from the pump or packets.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1.62%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should only be applied to the upper arms and shoulders. The area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by a short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should wash their hands with soap and water immediately after applying AndroGel 1.62%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a t-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situations in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site(s) thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1.62% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible.

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  2.1 General Dosing

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel is 5 g once daily (preferably in the morning) to clean, dry, intact skin of the shoulders and upper arms and/or abdomen. AndroGel must not be applied to the genitals. AndroGel is supplied as either a pump or in individual packets. After applying the gel, the application site should be allowed to dry for a few minutes prior to dressing. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel, are flammable. Hands should be washed with soap and water after AndroGel has been applied. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.10)].

  2.2 Administration

  Multi-Dose Pump

  Patients should be instructed to prime the pump before using it for the first time by fully depressing the pump mechanism (actuation) 3 times and discard this portion of the product to assure precise dose delivery. After the priming procedure, patients should completely depress the pump one time (actuation) for every 1.25 g (AndroGel Pump) of product required to achieve the daily prescribed dosage. The product may be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the desired application sites, either one pump actuation at a time or upon completion of all pump actuations required for the daily dose. Alternatively, the product can be applied directly to the application sites. Application directly to the sites may prevent loss of product that may occur during transfer from the palm of the hand onto the application sites. Table 1 has specific dosing guidelines for adult males when the 75 g AndroGel Pump is used.

  Table 1: Specific Dosing Guidelines for Using the Adult Multi-Dose Pump Prescribed Daily Dose Number of Pump Actuations in 75 g Pump 5 g 4 (once daily) 7.5 g 6 (once daily) 10 g 8 (once daily)

  Packets

  The entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. Alternately, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied.

  2.3 Dose Adjustment and Patient Assessments

  To ensure proper dosing, serum testosterone levels should be measured at intervals and replaced to serum testosterone levels in the normal range. If the serum testosterone concentration is below the normal range, the daily AndroGel dose may be increased from 5 g to 7.5 g and from 7.5 g to 10 g for adult males as instructed by the physician. If the serum testosterone concentration exceeds the normal range, the daily AndroGel dose may be decreased. If the serum testosterone concentration consistently exceeds the normal range at a daily dose of 5 g, AndroGel therapy should be discontinued.

  The following is general advice for treating and monitoring adult patients on AndroGel. No specific recommendations can be made.

  Prescribers should be aware that testosterone is contraindicated in men with known or suspected prostate cancer. Therefore, evaluation for prostate cancer prior to initiation of AndroGel therapy is appropriate [see Contraindications (4)]. Based on results from controlled studies, serum PSA may rise when taking AndroGel. Therefore, periodic assessment of serum PSA is recommended in patients taking AndroGel [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Based on results from controlled studies, worsening of BPH may occur in patients taking AndroGel [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Therefore, periodic assessments for signs and symptoms of BPH are recommended in patients taking AndroGel. Hematocrit, serum lipid profile, and liver function test should be monitored in patients taking AndroGel [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)].

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  2.1 General Dosing

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel is 5 g once daily (preferably in the morning) to clean, dry, intact skin of the shoulders and upper arms and/or abdomen (area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt). AndroGel must not be applied to the genitals. AndroGel is supplied as either a pump or in individual packets. After applying the gel, the application site should be allowed to dry for a few minutes prior to dressing. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel, are flammable. Hands should be washed with soap and water after AndroGel has been applied. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.10)].

  2.2 Administration

  Multi-Dose Pump

  Patients should be instructed to prime the pump before using it for the first time by fully depressing the pump mechanism (actuation) 3 times and discard this portion of the product to assure precise dose delivery. After the priming procedure, patients should completely depress the pump one time (actuation) for every 1.25 g (AndroGel Pump) of product required to achieve the daily prescribed dosage. The product may be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the desired application sites, either one pump actuation at a time or upon completion of all pump actuations required for the daily dose. Alternatively, the product can be applied directly to the application sites. Application directly to the sites may prevent loss of product that may occur during transfer from the palm of the hand onto the application sites. Table 1 has specific dosing guidelines for adult males when the 75 g AndroGel Pump is used.

  Table 1: Specific Dosing Guidelines for Using the Adult Multi-Dose Pump Prescribed Daily Dose Number of Pump Actuations in 75 g Pump 5 g 4 (once daily) 7.5 g 6 (once daily) 10 g 8 (once daily)

  Packets

  The entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. Alternately, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied.

  2.3 Dose Adjustment and Patient Assessments To ensure proper dosing, serum testosterone levels should be measured at intervals and replaced to serum testosterone levels in the normal range. If the serum testosterone concentration is below the normal range, the daily AndroGel dose may be increased from 5 g to 7.5 g and from 7.5 g to 10 g for adult males as instructed by the physician. If the serum testosterone concentration exceeds the normal range, the daily AndroGel dose may be decreased. If the serum testosterone concentration consistently exceeds the normal range at a daily dose of 5 g, AndroGel therapy should be discontinued.

  The following is general advice for treating and monitoring adult patients on AndroGel. No specific recommendations can be made.

  Prescribers should be aware that testosterone is contraindicated in men with known or suspected prostate cancer. Therefore, evaluation for prostate cancer prior to initiation of AndroGel therapy is appropriate [see Contraindications (4)]. Based on results from controlled studies, serum PSA may rise when taking AndroGel. Therefore, periodic assessment of serum PSA is recommended in patients taking AndroGel [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Based on results from controlled studies, worsening of BPH may occur in patients taking AndroGel [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Therefore, periodic assessments for signs and symptoms of BPH are recommended in patients taking AndroGel. Hematocrit, serum lipid profile, and liver function test should be monitored in patients taking AndroGel [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)].

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  Dosage and Administration for AndroGel 1.62% differs from AndroGel 1%. For dosage and administration of AndroGel 1% refer to its full prescribing information. (2)

  2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

  The dose can be adjusted between a minimum of 20.25 mg of testosterone (1 pump actuation or a single 20.25 mg packet) and a maximum of 81 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations or two 40.5 mg packets). To ensure proper dosing, the dose should be titrated based on the pre-dose morning serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw at approximately 14 days and 28 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. In addition, serum testosterone concentration should be assessed periodically thereafter. Table 1 describes the dose adjustments required at each titration step.

  Table 1: Dose Adjustment Criteria Pre-Dose Morning Total Serum Testosterone Concentration Dose Titration Greater than 750 ng/dL Decrease daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet) Equal to or greater than 350 and equal to or less than 750 ng/dL No change: continue on current dose Less than 350 ng/dL Increase daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet)

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1.62% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the upper arms and shoulders. Do not apply AndroGel 1.62% to any other parts of the body, including the abdomen or genitals [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should be instructed to use the palm of the hand to apply AndroGel 1.62% and spread across the maximum surface area as directed in Table 2 (for pump) and Table 3 (for packets) and in Figure 1.

  Table 2: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Pump Total Dose of Testosterone Total Pump Actuations Pump Actuations Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg 1 1 0 40.5 mg 2 1 1 60.75 mg 3 2 1 81 mg 4 2 2

  Table 3: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Packets

  Total Dose of Testosterone Total packets Gel Applications Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg One 20.25 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 0 40.5 mg One 40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet 60.75 mg One 20.25 mg packet AND
  One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 81 mg Two 40.5 mg packets One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to the right and left upper arms and shoulders as shown in the shaded areas in Figure 1.

  Figure 1. Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%

  Once the application site is dry, the site should be covered with clothing [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1.62%, are flammable.

  The patient should avoid swimming or showering or washing the administration site for a minimum of 2 hours after application [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose.

  After the priming procedure, fully depress the actuator once for every 20.25 mg of AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the application sites.

  When using packets, the entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. When 40.5 mg packets need to be split between the left and right shoulder, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied. Alternatively, AndroGel 1.62% can be applied directly to the application sites from the pump or packets.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1.62%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should only be applied to the upper arms and shoulders. The area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by a short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should wash their hands with soap and water immediately after applying AndroGel 1.62%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a t-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situations in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site(s) thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1.62% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible. 2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

  The dose can be adjusted between a minimum of 20.25 mg of testosterone (1 pump actuation or a single 20.25 mg packet) and a maximum of 81 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations or two 40.5 mg packets). To ensure proper dosing, the dose should be titrated based on the pre-dose morning serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw at approximately 14 days and 28 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. In addition, serum testosterone concentration should be assessed periodically thereafter. Table 1 describes the dose adjustments required at each titration step.

  Table 1: Dose Adjustment Criteria Pre-Dose Morning Total Serum Testosterone Concentration Dose Titration Greater than 750 ng/dL Decrease daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet) Equal to or greater than 350 and equal to or less than 750 ng/dL No change: continue on current dose Less than 350 ng/dL Increase daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet)

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1.62% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the upper arms and shoulders. Do not apply AndroGel 1.62% to any other parts of the body, including the abdomen or genitals [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should be instructed to use the palm of the hand to apply AndroGel 1.62% and spread across the maximum surface area as directed in Table 2 (for pump) and Table 3 (for packets) and in Figure 1.

  Table 2: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Pump Total Dose of Testosterone Total Pump Actuations Pump Actuations Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg 1 1 0 40.5 mg 2 1 1 60.75 mg 3 2 1 81 mg 4 2 2

  Table 3: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Packets

  Total Dose of Testosterone Total packets Gel Applications Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg One 20.25 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 0 40.5 mg One 40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet 60.75 mg One 20.25 mg packet AND
  One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 81 mg Two 40.5 mg packets One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to the right and left upper arms and shoulders as shown in the shaded areas in Figure 1.

  Figure 1. Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%

  Once the application site is dry, the site should be covered with clothing [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1.62%, are flammable.

  The patient should avoid swimming or showering or washing the administration site for a minimum of 2 hours after application [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose.

  After the priming procedure, fully depress the actuator once for every 20.25 mg of AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the application sites.

  When using packets, the entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. When 40.5 mg packets need to be split between the left and right shoulder, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied. Alternatively, AndroGel 1.62% can be applied directly to the application sites from the pump or packets.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1.62%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should only be applied to the upper arms and shoulders. The area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by a short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should wash their hands with soap and water immediately after applying AndroGel 1.62%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a t-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situations in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site(s) thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1.62% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible.

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  Dosage and Administration for AndroGel 1% differs from AndroGel 1.62%. For dosage and administration of AndroGel 1.62% refer to its full prescribing information. (2)

  2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1% is 50 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations, two 25 mg packets, or one 50 mg packet), applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms and/or abdomen area (preferably at the same time every day).

  Dose Adjustment
  
  To ensure proper dosing, serum testosterone concentrations should be measured at intervals. If the serum testosterone concentration is below the normal range, the daily AndroGel 1% dose may be increased from 50 mg to 75 mg and from 75 mg to 100 mg for adult males as instructed by the physician (see Table 1, Dosing Information for AndroGel 1%). If the serum testosterone concentration exceeds the normal range, the daily AndroGel 1% dose may be decreased. If the serum testosterone concentration consistently exceeds the normal range at a daily dose of 50 mg, AndroGel 1% therapy should be discontinued. In addition, serum testosterone concentrations should be assessed periodically.

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1% should be applied to clean, dry, healthy, intact skin of the right and left upper arms/shoulders and/or right and left abdomen. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient’s short sleeve T-shirt. Do not apply AndroGel 1% to any other part of the body including the genitals, chest or back. AndroGel 1% should be evenly distributed between the right and left upper arms/shoulders or both sides of the abdomen.

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1% should be applied to the right and left upper arms/shoulders and/or right/left abdomen as shown in the shaded areas in the figure below.

  After applying the gel, the application site should be allowed to dry prior to dressing. Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water after application. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1%, are flammable.

  The patient should be advised to avoid swimming or showering for at least 5 hours after the application of AndroGel 1%.

  Multi-Dose Pump

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose. After the priming procedure, patients should completely depress the pump one time actuation for every 12.5 mg of testosterone required to achieve the daily prescribed dosage. The product should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the desired application sites. Alternatively, AndroGel 1% can be applied directly to the application sites. Table 1 provides dosing information for adult males.

  Table 1: Dosing Information for AndroGel 1% Amount of Testosterone Number of Pump Actuations 50 mg 4 (once daily) 75 mg 6 (once daily) 100 mg 8 (once daily)
  

  Packets

  The entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. Alternately, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1%. Patients should wash hands with soap and water immediately after application of AndroGel 1%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a T-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situation in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible.

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  Dosage and Administration for AndroGel 1.62% differs from AndroGel 1%. For dosage and administration of AndroGel 1% refer to its full prescribing information. (2)

  Prior to initiating AndroGel 1.62%, confirm the diagnosis of hypogonadism by ensuring that serum testosterone concentrations have been measured in the morning on at least two separate days and that these serum testosterone concentrations are below the normal range. 2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

  The dose can be adjusted between a minimum of 20.25 mg of testosterone (1 pump actuation or a single 20.25 mg packet) and a maximum of 81 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations or two 40.5 mg packets). To ensure proper dosing, the dose should be titrated based on the pre-dose morning serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw at approximately 14 days and 28 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. In addition, serum testosterone concentration should be assessed periodically thereafter. Table 1 describes the dose adjustments required at each titration step.

  Table 1: Dose Adjustment Criteria Pre-Dose Morning Total Serum Testosterone Concentration Dose Titration Greater than 750 ng/dL Decrease daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet) Equal to or greater than 350 and equal to or less than 750 ng/dL No change: continue on current dose Less than 350 ng/dL Increase daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet)

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1.62% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the upper arms and shoulders. Do not apply AndroGel 1.62% to any other parts of the body, including the abdomen, genitals, chest, armpits (axillae), or knees [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should be instructed to use the palm of the hand to apply AndroGel 1.62% and spread across the maximum surface area as directed in Table 2 (for pump) and Table 3 (for packets) and in Figure 1.

  Table 2: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Pump Total Dose of Testosterone Total Pump Actuations Pump Actuations Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg 1 1 0 40.5 mg 2 1 1 60.75 mg 3 2 1 81 mg 4 2 2

  Table 3: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Packets

  Total Dose of Testosterone Total packets Gel Applications Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg One 20.25 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 0 40.5 mg One 40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet 60.75 mg One 20.25 mg packet AND
  One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 81 mg Two 40.5 mg packets One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to the right and left upper arms and shoulders as shown in the shaded areas in Figure 1.

  Figure 1. Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%

  Once the application site is dry, the site should be covered with clothing [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1.62%, are flammable.

  The patient should avoid swimming or showering or washing the administration site for a minimum of 2 hours after application [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose.

  After the priming procedure, fully depress the actuator once for every 20.25 mg of AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the application sites.

  When using packets, the entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. When 40.5 mg packets need to be split between the left and right shoulder, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied. Alternatively, AndroGel 1.62% can be applied directly to the application sites from the pump or packets.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1.62%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should only be applied to the upper arms and shoulders. The area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by a short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should wash their hands with soap and water immediately after applying AndroGel 1.62%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a t-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situations in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site(s) thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1.62% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible. 2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of AndroGel 1.62% is 40.5 mg of testosterone (2 pump actuations or a single 40.5 mg packet) applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms.

  The dose can be adjusted between a minimum of 20.25 mg of testosterone (1 pump actuation or a single 20.25 mg packet) and a maximum of 81 mg of testosterone (4 pump actuations or two 40.5 mg packets). To ensure proper dosing, the dose should be titrated based on the pre-dose morning serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw at approximately 14 days and 28 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. In addition, serum testosterone concentration should be assessed periodically thereafter. Table 1 describes the dose adjustments required at each titration step.

  Table 1: Dose Adjustment Criteria Pre-Dose Morning Total Serum Testosterone Concentration Dose Titration Greater than 750 ng/dL Decrease daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet) Equal to or greater than 350 and equal to or less than 750 ng/dL No change: continue on current dose Less than 350 ng/dL Increase daily dose by 20.25 mg (1 pump actuation or the equivalent of one 20.25 mg packet)

  The application site and dose of AndroGel 1.62% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the upper arms and shoulders. Do not apply AndroGel 1.62% to any other parts of the body, including the abdomen, genitals, chest, armpits (axillae), or knees [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient's short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should be instructed to use the palm of the hand to apply AndroGel 1.62% and spread across the maximum surface area as directed in Table 2 (for pump) and Table 3 (for packets) and in Figure 1.

  Table 2: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Pump Total Dose of Testosterone Total Pump Actuations Pump Actuations Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg 1 1 0 40.5 mg 2 1 1 60.75 mg 3 2 1 81 mg 4 2 2

  Table 3: Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%, Packets

  Total Dose of Testosterone Total packets Gel Applications Per Upper Arm and Shoulder     Upper Arm and Shoulder #1 Upper Arm and Shoulder #2 20.25 mg One 20.25 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 0 40.5 mg One 40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet Half of contents of One
  40.5 mg packet 60.75 mg One 20.25 mg packet AND
  One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet One 20.25 mg packet 81 mg Two 40.5 mg packets One 40.5 mg packet One 40.5 mg packet

  The prescribed daily dose of AndroGel 1.62% should be applied to the right and left upper arms and shoulders as shown in the shaded areas in Figure 1.

  Figure 1. Application Sites for AndroGel 1.62%

  Once the application site is dry, the site should be covered with clothing [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including AndroGel 1.62%, are flammable.

  The patient should avoid swimming or showering or washing the administration site for a minimum of 2 hours after application [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].

  To obtain a full first dose, it is necessary to prime the canister pump. To do so, with the canister in the upright position, slowly and fully depress the actuator three times. Safely discard the gel from the first three actuations. It is only necessary to prime the pump before the first dose.

  After the priming procedure, fully depress the actuator once for every 20.25 mg of AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should be delivered directly into the palm of the hand and then applied to the application sites.

  When using packets, the entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. When 40.5 mg packets need to be split between the left and right shoulder, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied. Alternatively, AndroGel 1.62% can be applied directly to the application sites from the pump or packets.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from AndroGel 1.62%-treated skin:

  Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using AndroGel 1.62%. AndroGel 1.62% should only be applied to the upper arms and shoulders. The area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by a short sleeve t-shirt. Patients should wash their hands with soap and water immediately after applying AndroGel 1.62%. Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a t-shirt) after the gel has dried. Prior to situations in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site(s) thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which AndroGel 1.62% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible.

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  Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Apply one or two plasters to affected area once a day. Remove after 12 hours.
  Children 2 to 12 years of age and adults with compromised health: Use only under the guidance of a doctor.
  Children under 2 years of age: Do not use, consult a doctor.
  Refer to the above warnings: use otherwise than as directed may be dangerous.

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  Dosage and Administration for Testosterone Gel 1% differs from Testosterone Gel 1.62 %. For dosage and administration of Testosterone Gel 1.62% refer to its full prescribing information. (2)

  Prior to initiating Testosterone Gel 1%, confirm the diagnosis of hypogonadism by ensuring that serum testosterone concentrations have been measured in the morning on a least two separate days and that these serum testosterone concentrations are below the normal range.

  2.1 Dosing and Dose Adjustment

  The recommended starting dose of Testosterone Gel 1% is 50 mg of testosterone (two 25 mg packets, or one 50 mg packet), applied topically once daily in the morning to the shoulders and upper arms and/or abdomen area (preferably at the same time every day).

  Dose Adjustment

  To ensure proper dosing, serum testosterone concentrations should be measured at intervals. If the serum testosterone concentration is below the normal range, the daily Testosterone Gel 1% dose may be increased from 50 mg to 75 mg and from 75 mg to 100 mg for adult males as instructed by the physician. If the serum testosterone concentration exceeds the normal range, the daily Testosterone Gel 1% dose may be decreased. If the serum testosterone concentration consistently exceeds the normal range at a daily dose of 50 mg, Testosterone Gel 1% therapy should be discontinued. In addition, serum testosterone concentrations should be assessed periodically.

  The application site and dose of Testosterone Gel 1% are not interchangeable with other topical testosterone products.

  2.2 Administration Instructions

  Testosterone Gel 1% should be applied to clean, dry, healthy, intact skin of the right and left upper arms/shoulders and/or right and left abdomen. Area of application should be limited to the area that will be covered by the patient’s short sleeve T-shirt. Do not apply Testosterone Gel 1% to any other part of the body including the genitals, chest, armpits (axillae), knees or back. Testosterone Gel 1% should be evenly distributed between the right and left upper arms/shoulders or both sides of the abdomen.

  The prescribed daily dose of Testosterone Gel 1% should be applied to the right and left upper arms/shoulders and/or right/left abdomen as shown in the shaded areas in the figure below.

  After applying the gel, the application site should be allowed to dry prior to dressing. Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water after application. Avoid fire, flames or smoking until the gel has dried since alcohol based products, including Testosterone Gel 1%, are flammable.

  The patient should be advised to avoid swimming or showering for at least 5 hours after the application of Testosterone Gel 1%.

  Packets

  The entire contents should be squeezed into the palm of the hand and immediately applied to the application sites. Alternately, patients may squeeze a portion of the gel from the packet into the palm of the hand and apply to application sites. Repeat until entire contents have been applied.

  Strict adherence to the following precautions is advised in order to minimize the potential for secondary exposure to testosterone from Testosterone Gel 1%-treated skin:

  • Children and women should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application site(s) of men using Testosterone Gel 1%. • Patients should wash hands with soap and water immediately after application of Testosterone Gel 1%. • Patients should cover the application site(s) with clothing (e.g., a T-shirt) after the gel has dried. • Prior to situation in which direct skin-to-skin contact is anticipated, patients should wash the application site thoroughly with soap and water to remove any testosterone residue. • In the event that unwashed or unclothed skin to which Testosterone Gel 1% has been applied comes in direct contact with the skin of another person, the general area of contact on the other person should be washed with soap and water as soon as possible.

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