{"id":402750,"date":"2023-08-28T15:19:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T15:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/?p=402750"},"modified":"2025-10-29T05:26:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T05:26:18","slug":"what-happens-if-you-take-testosterone-pills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/what-happens-if-you-take-testosterone-pills\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens if You Take Testosterone Pills: Safety and Health Considerations\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In males, testosterone is a hormone that helps in growth, development, and body composition.&nbsp;<br><br>It is produced by the female body, but only in smaller quantities..&nbsp;<br><br>Male hypogonadism, commonly called low testosterone, is a medical condition that occurs when your testicles do not create enough testosterone.<br><br>If you have low testosterone (low T), your doctor may suggest medications such as testosterone pills.<br><br>Before taking such pills, you must wonder, &#8220;What happens if you take testosterone pills?&#8221;<br><br>This article will focus on testosterone pills&#8217; potential benefits and risks to help you understand what happens if you take them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-testosterone-pillsnbspnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are testosterone pills  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mental-health\/testosterone-pills-for-men\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Testosterone pills<\/a> are commonly used in Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT).&nbsp;<br><br>TRT is prescribed in the form of pills, injections, pellets, or gels that can help boost Testosterone levels in the body.<br><br>It may increase <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/how-to-increase-sex-drive-in-men\/\" target=\"_blank\">sex drive in men<\/a>, but the effects may vary in different individuals.&nbsp;<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/mens-health\/signs-of-high-testosterone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higher testosterone levels<\/a> have a favorable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4212439\/#:~:text=TRT%20has%20been%20shown%20to%20increase%20serum%20T%20to%20physiologic%20levels%2C%20improve%20libido%2C%20improve%20erectile%20dysfunction%2C%20improve%20overall%20sexual%20function%2C%20increase%20energy%2C%20improve%20mood%2C%20increase%20bone%20mineral%20density%2C%20decrease%20body%20fat%20mass%2C%20and%20increase%20lean%20body%20muscle%20mass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">effect<\/a> on muscle mass, bone density, and strength.<br><br>It is essential to determine the cause of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/low-testosterone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">low testosterone<\/a> before deciding on a treatment.<br><br>Low T can be caused by fatigue, stress, Anxiety, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/what-is-sexual-dysfunction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sexual Dysfunction<\/a> such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/erectile-dysfunction\/\" target=\"_blank\">Erectile Dysfunction<\/a> (ED).&nbsp;<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/testosterone-pills-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Testosterone pills may help<\/a> in increasing testosterone levels by alleviating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/editors-choice\/low-testosterone-causes-and-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\">low testosterone causes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Order Now<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\">Enhance performance and get rid of your bedroom problems today with  <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/cernos-40-mg-soft-gelatin-capsule.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cernos 40 mg\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Cernos 40 mg<\/a>. 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API \u2014 GoodRxMedicine ===== --><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-you-take-testosterone-pills\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if you take testosterone pills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are numerous advantages associated with testosterone pills&nbsp;<br><br>Taking testosterone pills can lead to a rapid increase in energy, muscle growth, and testosterone levels.<br><br>It takes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/mens-health\/treating-low-testosterone-levels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4 to 6 weeks<\/a> for these pills to significantly improve testosterone levels.<br><br>Like any other medication, testosterone pills have both benefits and possible drawbacks.<br><br>Before using, it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional to avoid any risk.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#073d11;border-radius:10px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A7044;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Fact:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\">Females require far lower doses of testosterone pills than males. They must be closely monitored due to the risk of virilization (the development of male physical traits)<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"benefits-of-taking-testosterone-pills\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of taking testosterone pills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Muscle-Mass-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"Muscle Mass\" class=\"wp-image-402556\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Man drinking Protein shake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Testosterone pills have many potential benefits, such as improved muscle mass, better energy levels, and increased sex drive.<br><br>The following are some of the potential advantages of taking testosterone pills:<br><br><strong>Improved muscle mass: <\/strong>Testosterone can <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/2917954\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">enhance<\/a> muscular growth by causing protein synthesis, which increases muscle strength.<br><br>Bodybuilders prefer testosterone supplements because they can help them build muscle.<br><br><strong>Better energy levels: <\/strong>Taking these supplements increases testosterone levels in the body.&nbsp;<br><br>Increased testosterone levels boost energy and improve mood.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Increased sex drive: <\/strong>Men with high testosterone levels typically experience <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/why-is-my-sex-drive-so-high-lately\/\" target=\"_blank\">higher sex drive<\/a> due to hormonal influence.<br><br>Individuals getting testosterone therapy can potentially <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5649360\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">improve<\/a> both erectile function and libido.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"potential-risk-of-taking-testosterone-pillsnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Potential risk of taking testosterone pills <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acne-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"Acne\" class=\"wp-image-397055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acne-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acne-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acne-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acne.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Acne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Testosterone pills may have many benefits; however, certain risks may be associated with using these medications.<br><br>Such side effects are due to the body&#8217;s inability to generate testosterone naturally once you take artificial testosterone pills.<br><br>Some side effects of using testosterone pills are acne or an increased risk of heart disease.<br><br>Let&#8217;s discuss these side effects in detail:\u00a0<br><br><strong>Acne or skin problems: <\/strong>Testosterone pills can cause acne in both men and women.\u00a0<br><br>This could be related to increased oil production in the skin due to increased testosterone.<br><br><strong>Blood pressure issues: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/general-health\/high-blood-pressure-causes-risk-factors\/\" target=\"_blank\">High blood pressure<\/a> is one of the risk factors for aneurysms and stroke.<br><br>A <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16937606\/#:~:text=However%2C%20the%20testosterone%20level%20is,angiotensin%20system%20in%20this%20regard.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">study<\/a> suggests that people with high blood pressure usually have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/sexual-wellness\/signs-of-high-testosterone\/\" target=\"_blank\">high testosterone levels<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft cms-warning-box\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#7a1312;border-radius:10px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#AD4645;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Warning:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\">Testosterone should be avoided by those who have a high red blood cell count because it may lead to blood clotting due to increased testosterone levels.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"summing-upnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summing up <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Testosterone is the primary hormone responsible for the sexual development of males.<br><br>If you are diagnosed with low T, your doctor may recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/cernos-40-mg-soft-gelatin-capsule.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/cernos-40-mg-soft-gelatin-capsule.html\" target=\"_blank\">testosterone pills<\/a>.<br><br>You might wonder, &#8220;What happens if you take Testosterone pills?&#8221;<br><br>Testosterone pills are used in testosterone replacement therapy and might help boost testosterone levels.&nbsp;<br><br>These pills have many benefits, such as improving muscle mass, energy levels, and sex drive.<br><br>However, certain side effects are associated with testosterone pills, such as acne or skin problems and blood pressure issues.&nbsp;<br><br>Every individual may have a unique case of its own so it is advisable to consult a doctor before taking these medications for specific advice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Order Now<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\">Buy  <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/cernos-gel-1-w-w.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cernos Gel\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Cernos Gel<\/a> if you\u2019re seeking a reliable solution for your testosterone-related issue from GoodRxMedicine today!<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"goodr-2729873304\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/men-s-health\/generic-viagra.html\" aria-label=\"Your Banner CTA\" class=\"post-inside-cta\">\r\n    <picture>\r\n        <source media=\"(max-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sexual_Mobile.webp\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sexual_Desktop-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Your Banner CTA\" width=\"100%\" height=\"184\">\r\n    <\/picture>\r\n<\/a>\r\n<div style=\"height: 30px;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1693202840003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long should I take testosterone pills?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The duration of testosterone tablet use is determined by personal demands and medical advice. A doctor&#8217;s recommendation should determine the optimal treatment period for your unique case.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1693202842407\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens if you take testosterone pills at 16?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Taking testosterone pills at 16 can disrupt natural hormonal balance, potentially affecting growth, puberty, and long-term health.<br \/>Consult a doctor before considering any hormonal supplementation during this critical developmental stage.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1693202851756\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Are there any natural ways to improve testosterone?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Maintaining a healthy lifestyle might naturally increase testosterone levels. A healthy lifestyle may include frequent exercise, a well-balanced diet, and enough sleep.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1693202857931\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens if a girl takes testosterone pills?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A girl taking testosterone pills may experience physical changes such as increased muscular mass and facial hair growth. It may, however, pose health concerns and disturb hormonal balance<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1693202865343\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can testosterone pills help with hair loss?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Testosterone pills generally do not help with hair loss and may contribute to it in those genetically predisposed. Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a byproduct of testosterone, is linked to hair loss.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#cbcac8;border-radius:10px;-moz-border-radius:10px;-webkit-border-radius:10px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#E5E4E2;border-color:#ffffff;color:#36454F;border-radius:10px;-moz-border-radius:10px;-webkit-border-radius:10px;\"><strong>Citations:<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen referencing outside resources, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GoodRxMedicine<\/a> always provides full citations. 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