Testolactone should not be used for the treatment of men with breast cancer or in patients with a history of allergic reactions to the drug.
Testolactone is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether testolactone will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Testolactone passes into breast milk in small amounts and may affect a nursing baby. Do not take testolactone without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Take testolactone exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.
It is important to take testolactone regularly to get the most benefit.
Your doctor may want you to have breast exams (or to perform self breast exams), mammograms, blood tests, or other medical evaluations during treatment with testolactone to monitor progress and side effects.
Store testolactone at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep this product out of the reach of children.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless your doctor directs otherwise.
Stop taking testolactone and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects:
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
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new breast lumps;
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bone pain;
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menstrual changes, abnormal vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge, or pelvic pain or pressure; or
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excessive nausea, vomiting, or thirst.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Testolactone should not be used for the treatment of men with breast cancer or in patients with a history of allergic reactions to the drug.
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity during treatment with testolactone unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Before taking testolactone, tell your doctor if you are taking
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an estrogen such as Premarin, Ogen, Estratest, Estraderm, Vivelle, Climara, and others;
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a birth control pill that contains estrogen;
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warfarin (Coumadin) or another blood thinner.
You may not be able to take testolactone or you may require special monitoring or a dosage adjustment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with testolactone. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.
Call an emergency room or a poison control center for advice if you suspect an overdose.
Symptoms of a testolactone overdose are unknown, but nausea, vomiting, seizures, tremor, or dizziness may be expected.