There are no significiant side-effects to this herb. In Europe, testosterone replacement is much more common. Recent studies imply that U.S. men are misinformed. Ongoing Research Total testosterone is not as important as the Free or unbound testosterone, as the latter is bio-available to the tissue. High levels of estrogen and sex hormone binding globulin reduce bio-available testosterone.
Medical publications show that gels and patches raise sex hormone binding globulin.
High levels of testosterone from an intramuscular injection raises the estradiol level. That is why low-level, even release pellets are the best modality available today for the man who needs testosterone replacement. A new philosophy directs the replacement of testosterone in men. Higher testosterone levels have systemic effects, not only improved sexual performance, but also, decreased stress, stronger muscles and possibly less heart, bone, and blood vessel disease. The information in this newsletter does not dictate an exclusive course of treatment or procedure to be followed and should not be construed as excluding other acceptable methods of practice.