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Orgovyx - asking for advice

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Does it make a difference taking it in the morning verses bedtime?
• I got chills and felt lousy about 2-3 hours after taking it, but it also kept me awake so I took it at 3 PM after I'd finished most of what I needed to do for the day. Find a time but stick with it to within an hour either way

• They told me to start weight training and take Calcium 600 mg and Vitamin D 1,000 IU each day.
Very important. You'll still likely lose muscle. You should get a DEXA (bone) scan before you start taking it so you have a comparison point once you're six months in

• I’ve read that staying well hydrated is important too.
That's true in general but I haven't heard it specifically re Orgovyx. Maybe others have.

• Did sex change after you began Orgovyx? I’ve started Trimix injections and my doctor said to keep using them through ADT.
Yes. I required A LOT of foreplay to become aroused and didn't have any random sexual thoughts at all. After about 3-4 months on Orgovyx I lost the ability to have orgasms. Getting erections is important, though, so make sure you do it even if you don't feel like it.

Other things to watch: If you suddenly get extremely depressed or have suicidal thoughts don't wait to talk to a doctor about this. Watch what you eat. It's very easy to gain weight on this med.

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Thanks, Scott. They did order a bone scan, so that’s coming up soon.
It’s hard hearing that sex will change, but I understand that’s expected once testosterone levels drop. You mentioned the orgasms will fade, which is disappointing. From what I’ve learned, erections should still be possible with Trimix, so I’m hoping the sensations and orgasms might return if I’m ever able to come off Orgovyx.