Subcutaneous vs Intramuscular Testosterone Injections: Which is better?

Some evidence-based answers to this endless debate.

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[alexxxisbatman]

This is the single best video on all of YouTube for this specific topic.

[lotfibouhedjeur]

I clicked on this thinking I'd skip forward to the part where he answers my question but immediately fell in love with his nonchalant, straightforward, structured delivery. I guess I just found my new favorite channel.

[The_GenXennial]

As a former RN of 13 years I appreciate the lengths you went through to deliver this info. I went through nearly two years of chlomid therapy for infertility treatment. After completion of that I maintained well for a while with proper diet, sleep, and exercise regimen. However, (in my new career of 4 years) my work schedule flipped back to a swing shift 7 on 7 off nights to days. I felt the nose dive, and my recent labs came back with a 157 and Free of 6.8. I had discussed with my physician the possibility of subq vs IM. Your information definitely helped to inform me on a decision I feel that’s right for me. Thanks again! Hopefully I can get back to feeling like myself again soon.

[Owl_of_Omens]

I was told by one of my clients to check you out. I am 100% certain that they led me to you because of your straightforward no nonsense information. No crazy flashy intros no ridiculous editing and music. Just straightforward. Thank you for dispensing this information.

[The_Morepower]

Been doing daily SC with a 27 insulin pin the last month, after 5 years of E3.5D IM. Same dose. Feels like more energy and increased libido. Find myself waking up naturally without an alarm and not needing a nap during the day.

[ronreinert]

Been doing daily SubQ for little over 15 years. Always steady levels. No pain at injection sites. I prefer fat pads around hip flexor area it absorbs better then belly with no lumps. No scar tissue.

[rackpull]

Your channel is great man, definitely keep it up. Only a matter of time before you have a ton of followers.

[jdog]

Thank you Sir, exactly what I was looking for. Love the delivery, well done.

[jeffparr]

Thank you for your answer.

Extremely informative.
I am at the beginning of a TRT path.

I started with Androtop/Androgel.
I was not satisfied.
But I kept it for a year just to see more long term results.

Now biweekly intramuscular injections of Omnadren (Sustanon).
Results are pretty much incredible in all areas: sexual, mental, psychological.

I am not sure if it is related, but hypotension and bradycardia that developed some few years back are gone.

Once again, thank you for your video.

[joshparker]

This answered far more questions than I actually had initially. In fact answered something I had given up on searching about because no one seemed to have the answer. Very informative and helpful.

[jmiller]

My total T was lower and E2 was higher when I switch to subq. I also increased from 100mg/weekly to 120mg/weekly and increased from 1x to 2x a week. I'm trying shallow IM in delts now

[dustyfeller]

Very helpful. Outstanding job, Dr. Wingo

[joef]

Hey Doc I just wanted to thank you for this video. I just started TRT (1 week ago) and I was unsure about IM versus subcutaneous injections. Also when you talked about the angles was very helpful as well!! I still have some questions about drawing from the vial with a tiny air bubble that I can never get rid of. But thank you again for all the information, it was extremely knowledgeable and also the way you speak is relatable, not arrogant. And thank you for your service 🫡

[gunterlugo]

My endocrinologist prescribed Xyosted 50mg every 5 days. My endocrinologist billed it as 50mg 2x a week for insurance purposes. I have great insurance and they approved that frequency vs every week and I pay $0 a month. I have been loving Xyosted for the ease and convenience, but I understand that it is a fancy auto-injector and a pharma money grab. My endocrinologist said that Xyosted has been relatively becoming a bit more popular, but not commonly prescribed.

Amazing video - appreciate it.

[KeithBerry-lpgb]

This video has convinced me to try my first subcutaneous injection tonight!

[michaellukar]

Hi Doc . Just to let you know I’m injecting test Cyp and a small dose of Deca micro dosing every week subconsciously and it’s awesome. Better then intramuscular.
I use the small diabetic syringe and put the small bottles in my pocket to warm them up so it’s easier to draw through a very small needle. I have no scar tissue issues and it’s less painful to inject .
I normally inject at two places to split the doses up . I have no aromatase issues at all and found out it almost simulate your own natural slow testosterone release in to your body . I’m 65 of age and put on some nice lean muscle and train just as hard as the younger guys in the gym . Mind you I have been training since I was 16 years old and have competed in bodybuilding competitions in the 90s so I am familiar with the drug side of the sport but on small doses. But I find now I feel the best I have ever been.
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[matthewparisano]

Thank you so much. You are the best at explaining everything clearly.

[JRR]

You never mentioned that because with subcutaneous injections you can use a tiny insulin needles which are painless and quick, you can break up your dosage into small daily doses to mimic your body’s natural testosterone delivery and smooth out the peaks and valleys.

[Whitey_Ford]

Preciate you posting this. This is precisely what I’m trying to figure out. Thanks 🙏

[albertlewis]

thanks so much for the comparisons of subcutaneous vs intramuscular injections. i was taught to use subcutaneous, and that hitting muscle was to be avoided. then i saw many testo. videos showing ONLY intramuscular. you cleared up my confusion, and thank you for that!