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Testosterone for Depression, PTSD, or Fibromyalgia: Clinical Effectiveness and Guidelines

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Reference List
Project Number:
RA0892-000

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  1. What is the clinical effectiveness of testosterone for patients with depression?

  2. What is the clinical effectiveness of testosterone for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder?

  3. What is the clinical effectiveness of testosterone for patients with fibromyalgia?

  4. What are the evidence-based guidelines for the use of testosterone for patients with depression, PTSD, or fibromyalgia?


Key Message

Two systematic reviews, two randomized controlled trials, six non-randomized studies, and two evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding the clinical effectiveness of testosterone for patients with depression.


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Last Updated : February 9, 2017