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Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine does not cause unwanted effects.
For patients with diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes):
- This medicine may affect blood sugar levels. If you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests or if you have any questions, check with your doctor.
For patients using the brand name Androgel:
- Wait 5 or 6 hours after applying the gel before showering or swimming.
- Gel contains alcohol which is flammable- avoid fire, flame or smoking until the gel is dried.
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