Testosterone enanthate

What is testosterone enanthate?

Testosterone enanthate is an injectable form of the hormone testosterone. It is an anabolic steroid used to treat low testosterone levels in men.

Some key things to know about testosterone enanthate:

• It is an esterified variant of testosterone, meaning it has an enanthate ester attached to prolong the drug's absorption and activity in the body. The enanthate ester makes the testosterone release slowly after injection.


• It is designed to mimic the natural testosterone produced in the testes of men. When injected, it builds muscle and improves masculine characteristics like body hair growth, deep voice, and sex drive.


• The effects last for 1-2 weeks after injection. It requires fewer injections than faster-acting forms of testosterone.


• Bodybuilders and athletes often misuse testosterone enanthate and other anabolic steroids illegally to build muscle mass and improve performance. But it has legitimate medical uses too.

What is testosterone enanthate prescribed for?

Testosterone enanthate is most commonly prescribed for hypogonadism in men. Hypogonadism means the testes do not produce enough testosterone due to injury, infection, or congenital conditions.

Some health conditions that cause low testosterone that testosterone enanthate treats:

• Primary/secondary hypogonadism


• Delayed puberty


• Some types of anemia


• Muscle wasting due to HIV/AIDS or other conditions

By replacing testosterone, testosterone enanthate can restore normal hormone levels and relive low-T symptoms like low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, fatigue, and depression in men with clinically low testosterone.

It may also be used in hormone therapy for transgender men, helping induce masculine secondary sex characteristics.

Is testosterone enanthate safe?

When prescribed and monitored properly by a doctor, testosterone enanthate is generally safe for men. Still, there are some side effects to know about:

• Increased red blood cell count


• Acne and oily skin


• Breast enlargement


• Testicular atrophy


• Aggression or mood changes

Illegal abuse or overly high doses raise the risks of heart disease, liver toxicity, masculinization in women, and other serious side effects.

If you have low testosterone symptoms, get tested by an endocrinologist instead of obtaining testosterone enanthate illegally. Reputable men's health clinics like Second Spring Hormone Clinic offer full blood testing, prescriptions from leading doctors, and close monitoring during treatment. This ensures safe, effective and legal testosterone replacement tailored to your unique health needs.