Estradiol Cypionate
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Injected into the muscle · Once a week
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Testosterone Cypionate (Grapeseed Oil)
Compounded testosterone cypionate 200 mg/mL in grapeseed oil: weekly or biweekly injection. Grapeseed oil is natural, lower viscosity alternative; compounded for customization.
- Natural grapeseed oil carrier, less viscous
- Weekly injection, steady testosterone
- Compounded to order for custom strength
- Monthly$199/mo
- Every 3 months$447 billed up front$149/mo
- Every 6 monthsBest value$594 billed up front$99/mo
- Free, discreet shipping
- Licensed U.S. pharmacy
- Board-certified physicians
Disclaimer: Prescription products require an online evaluation with a licensed medical professional who will determine if a prescription is appropriate. Products are compounded by a licensed pharmacy. The FDA has not reviewed or approved compounded products for any use for safety, efficacy, or quality. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved brand-name products.
- How
- Injected into the muscle
- How often
- Once a week
- Each shipment
- 1 vial
- Strength
- 200 mg/mL
What is testosterone cypionate in grapeseed oil?
(grape-seed OIL)
Testosterone cypionate in grapeseed oil is a compounded injectable formulation using natural grapeseed oil as the carrier. Grapeseed oil is thinner than MCT and ethyl oleate, making injections smoother. Typical dose: 100–200 mg weekly or biweekly. Compounded formulations allow customization of strength.
What's in it
- Testosterone CypionateReplaces low testosterone
Compounded
natural carrier oil; customizable strength; weekly injection
Grapeseed oil is a natural carrier preferred by some for lower viscosity and comfort. Compounded testosterone cypionate is off-label but widely used. Potency and purity depend on the compounding pharmacy.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
Men who react to cottonseed oil or find the standard vial hard to inject.
What sets it apart
The same cypionate in grapeseed oil, which is thinner and flows through a smaller needle.
Worth knowing before you start
A thinner oil allows injecting under the skin instead of into the muscle. Ask which your physician wants.
What to expect
Sustained energy and libido
steady testosterone supports mood and sexual function
Improved muscle and strength
testosterone builds lean mass over 4–12 weeks
Lab-monitored
hematocrit, PSA, BP, lipids tracked regularly
Home injection
self-injection at home once or twice weekly
How injectable testosterone works
Day 1
US-licensed physician reviews testosterone goals, medical history, and baseline labs (testosterone, hematocrit, PSA, lipids, BP).
1Week 1
Teach injection technique. Start testosterone injection (weekly or biweekly). Most men learn to self-inject at home in minutes.
2Week 4
Blood work checks testosterone level. If low, dose is increased. If target is reached, dose is maintained.
3Month 2–3
Follow-up labs (testosterone, hematocrit, PSA, lipids, BP). Symptoms (energy, mood, libido, strength) reviewed.
4Beyond
Testosterone monitored every 3–6 months; hematocrit and PSA every 6–12 months; BP every 3–6 months. Dose adjusted to keep testosterone in target range.
5
Individual results vary. Benefits reflect what Zepym Health members commonly report to their physician at check-ins; they are not the results of a clinical trial.
How you use it
This is the starting dose the pharmacy prints on the label. Your physician sets yours and adjusts it with you.
- How
- Injected into the muscle
- Dose
- 0.5 mL (100 mg)
- How often
- Once a week
- Each shipment
- 1 vial
- Pharmacy label
- Inject 0.5 mL (100 mg) intramuscularly once weekly for 4 weeks. Discard any remaining medication.
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The science of injectable testosterone
Grapeseed oil is a natural carrier with lower viscosity than synthetic oils, providing smoother injection and steady testosterone release.
Compounded testosterone cypionate in grapeseed oil is not FDA-approved but is prepared by licensed pharmacies to pharmaceutical standards.
Learn moreImportant safety information and common side effects
Injectable testosterone (cypionate, enanthate) carries the same safety profile as all testosterone therapy: elevated hematocrit (polycythemia), blood pressure elevation, PSA increase, reduced fertility during therapy, and clotting concerns. Polycythemia (high red cell count) is monitored with hematocrit tests every 6–12 months; if hematocrit rises above 54%, testosterone is held or reduced. PSA is checked at baseline and annually. Blood pressure is monitored every 3–6 months. Tell your physician about high blood pressure, blood clotting disorders, prostate cancer concerns, or fertility plans. Common injection-site reactions are mild (redness, soreness) and resolve in days. Stop and seek care for chest pain, shortness of breath, leg swelling, severe injection-site reactions, or signs of stroke.
Every plan includes
- Personalized, physician-guided plan
- Monthly, 3-month and 6-month plans
- Dispensed by a US-licensed compounding pharmacy
- Unlimited protocol adjustments and messaging
- Ongoing support and check-ins
- Pause or cancel anytime
- Reviewed by our in-house physicians
How it works
1.Connect with a physician
Answer a few questions online and a US-licensed physician reviews your health, history and goals to make sure treatment is right for you. 100% online. No in-person visit required.
2.Get your discreet shipment
If approved, your treatment is compounded by a US-licensed, LegitScript-certified pharmacy, inspected for quality, and shipped discreetly to your door.
3.Receive continuous support
Start with one goal, then keep building over time. Unlimited physician messaging, easy refills and dose adjustments, all from the Zepym Health app.
Testosterone cypionate (grapeseed oil) educational content reviewed by our physician
Scott Nass, MDDoctor of Medicine, board-certified in Family Medicine
Charles R. Drew University and David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use Testosterone Cypionate (GSO)?
Injected into the muscle, once a week. The starting prescription is 0.5 mL (100 mg) each time. Your physician sets your own dose and it is printed on your label.
How much arrives in each shipment?
1 vial at the starting strength, shipped to your door from a licensed US pharmacy.
Is it a controlled substance?
Yes. The law requires a live video visit with the physician before it can be prescribed.
Is grapeseed oil safer than MCT or ethyl oleate?
All three carriers (grapeseed, MCT, ethyl oleate) are safe and commonly used. Grapeseed is natural and thinner; MCT is synthetic but widely studied; ethyl oleate is also thin and comfortable. Choose based on your comfort and your physician's recommendation.
How do I inject testosterone?
Your physician or nurse teaches you the technique in the first visit. Most men learn subcutaneous (under the skin) injection in seconds and feel comfortable within days. Intramuscular injection (into muscle) is also an option. Injections are done at home, typically once or twice per week.
What if my hematocrit rises?
Hematocrit (red blood cell count) can rise on testosterone. If it exceeds 54%, your physician may reduce your testosterone dose, have you donate blood, or pause therapy until it normalizes. Monitor hematocrit every 6–12 months.
Will testosterone affect my fertility?
Exogenous testosterone suppresses your body's natural testosterone production (testicular shutdown) and reduces sperm production. This is reversible: within 3–12 months of stopping testosterone, fertility usually returns. To preserve fertility during therapy, your physician may prescribe clomiphene or hCG alongside testosterone.
How long until I feel effects?
Many men notice improved energy, mood, and libido within 2–4 weeks. Muscle and strength gains take 4–12 weeks. Erectile function often improves within 2–8 weeks.
Testosterone replacement via weekly or biweekly injection.
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The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Prescription products require an online evaluation with a licensed medical professional who will determine if a prescription is appropriate. Individual results vary.
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Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guidelines for testosterone therapy: dosing, monitoring, and complications.
J Clin Endocrinol Metab, 2018 - 2
TRAVERSE trial: testosterone replacement and cardiovascular outcomes in hypogonadal men.
N Engl J Med, 2021
Testosterone Cypionate (Grapeseed Oil)from $99/mo