In this episode, Don and Steve flex their clinical muscles and bust myths about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - from supplements to safety risks.

🐶 Can topical testosterone transfer to pets and kids?
💊 Are supplements like ginseng and vitamin D legit testosterone boosters?
❤️ Does testosterone increase cardiovascular risk?

Stick around as our pharmacist duo breaks down the evidence and shares insights on these hot-button hormone claims:

• Testosterone should be considered for ALL men with low testosterone levels, or “low T”
• Topical testosterone can transfer to other people and pets
• Some vitamins and supplements are safe and effective for increasing testosterone levels
• Testosterone products increase cardiovascular risks
• Testosterone can cause prostate cancer

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TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts: 

• Stephen Small, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, BCCCP, CNSC 
• Don Weinberger, PharmD, PMSP

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Guest: 

• Caitlin Prather, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, TTS

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The clinical resources mentioned during the podcast are part of a subscription to Pharmacist’s Letter, Pharmacy Technician’s Letter, and Prescriber Insights: 

• Article: Put Testosterone Replacement Claims to the Test
• Chart: Comparison of Testosterone Products
• Chart: Hormones for Transgender Patients
• NatMed

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