What is testosterone therapy and how does it work?
Testosterone therapy uses prescription medications to raise and optimize your testosterone levels. Depending on the protocol, this can involve oral medications like Enclomiphene that stimulate your body’s own natural production, topical creams that deliver testosterone through the skin, oral testosterone capsules, or injectable testosterone. At Longevity, every protocol is guided by a licensed doctor who monitors your labs, adjusts your dosage, and ensures you’re progressing safely toward your goals.
How do I know which testosterone protocol is right for me?
The best protocol depends on your goals, your current testosterone levels, and whether preserving fertility is important to you. You start with a consultation at our Englewood or Lakewood Center and comprehensive lab work. Your Longevity Center provider reviews your results and recommends the protocol best suited to your needs — whether that’s a fertility-friendly option like Enclomiphene or a traditional TRT approach like injectable testosterone.
Is testosterone therapy safe? What about side effects?
When prescribed and monitored by a licensed physician, testosterone therapy has a strong safety profile supported by decades of clinical research. Common protocols like Enclomiphene and low-dose injectable testosterone are well-studied. Your Longevity doctor monitors your bloodwork regularly and adjusts your protocol as needed to minimize side effects and maximize results. Every patient’s experience is different, and your doctor will discuss what to expect during your evaluation.
Do I need to visit the clinic in person?
Care starts in person at our Englewood or Lakewood Center with a consultation and lab work. Follow-ups can often be handled conveniently, and your medication is prepared by a licensed U.S. pharmacy.
Will testosterone therapy affect my fertility?
It depends on the protocol. Traditional TRT (injectable testosterone, testosterone cream) can suppress natural production and may impact fertility. That’s why Longevity offers fertility-friendly protocols — like Enclomiphene — that stimulate your body’s own testosterone production while preserving testicular function and fertility markers. If fertility is a concern, your Longevity doctor will recommend a protocol that supports your family goals.
How quickly will I see results from testosterone therapy?
Most clients begin noticing improvements in energy, mood, and focus within the first 2–4 weeks. Gains in libido and overall performance typically develop over 8–12 weeks as your levels stabilize. Your Longevity doctor tracks your progress through follow-up labs and adjusts your protocol to optimize your results over time. Individual timelines vary based on your starting levels and the protocol you’re on.
How much does testosterone therapy cost at Longevity?
Provider visits are priced separately from medication. An initial consultation is $250, follow-up visits are $150 each, and our Ongoing Care Membership is $450 per month with a 6-month minimum (initial consultation included, quarterly provider visits and protocol adjustments). Medication pricing varies by protocol — Enclomiphene starts at $99.99/mo, combination protocols with Testosterone Cream or Oral Testosterone range from $149.99–$199.99/mo, and traditional TRT options start at $99.99/mo. Lab testing is billed separately.