Striant
(Testosterone Tablet)
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Treats low testosterone.
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Our bottom line
Hormones in the testosterone tablet can't be transferred to other people by skin-to-skin contact, but it can interfere with how food tastes and with teethbrushing and flossing.
Quick facts about Striant
- Drug class: Men's Health
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Upsides
- Unlike topical forms of testosterone like gels or solutions, you can't transfer this medication to another person accidentally by skin-to-skin contact.
- If you use it correctly, it won't come off of your gums during eating or drinking.
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Downsides
- Not available in generic form, so it can be more expensive..
- Can change the way food tastes.
- You have to be good about brushing and flossing your teeth, otherwise it can be more likely to fall off.
- Can cause gum irritation, pain, swelling, and tenderness.
How it works
The testosterone tablet works by adding or replacing the hormone testosterone in your body. Testosterone is responsible for causing and maintaining many of the changes in male bodies from puberty on.
Quick facts about Striant
- Drug class: Men's Health
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Used for
- Low testosterone
- Male osteoporosis
- Weight gain
Dosage forms
- Buccal tablet
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Prices and coupons
Skip prices section. Skip to what to expect section.Side effect rates for Striant (Testosterone Tablet)
From 98 clinical trials of Striant when taken for testosterone replacement
- Gum or Mouth Irritation9%9%
- Taste Bitter4%4%
- Gum Pain3%3%
- Gum Tenderness3%3%
- Headache3%3%
- Gum Edema2%2%
- Taste Perversion2%2%
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Where we got our data »
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Common concerns from people taking Striant (Testosterone Tablet)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?Pregnancy
Research studies with real people or animals found harmful effects on unborn babies. If you’re pregnant, the risks to your unborn baby outweigh the benefits.
Tip: Always talk with your doctor before you take any medication while pregnant.FDA pregnancy category for Striant
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Food
- Can change the way food tastes.
Pain
- Can cause gum irritation, pain, swelling, and tenderness.