Over 9.5 million urine drug tests were positive in the U.S. workforce in 2015. The rates increased to 4% of workers tested in 2015 versus 3.9% the year before. Workplace drug screening is primarily limited to drugs with the potential for abuse, including some prescription drugs, and alcohol.
The most frequently reported side effects with this drug are edema, acne, site pain, injection site erythema, cough or dyspnea during or immediately after injection. The most frequently reported side effects with testosterone topical are skin reaction (16.1%) and allergic contact dermatitis (up to 37%). Very common (10% or more): Testosterone topical: Skin reaction (16.1%), burn-like blisters (12%), itching, allergic contact dermatitis (up to 37%)
Testosterone is also important for overall good health. It helps the growth of bones and muscles, and affects mood, libido (sex drive) and certain aspects of mental ability. The growth of both normal cells in the prostate gland and prostate cancer cells rely on male hormones (androgens), particularly testosterone. Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) acts by either stopping testosterone production or by blocking the action of testosterone on the cells and tissues.