Stanozolol Powder 10418-03-8 About
Stanozolol is a synthetic anabolic-androgenic steroid derived from dihydrotestosterone (DHT), It is used medically to treat hereditary angioedema (swelling), osteoporosis, and certain anemias. It is heavily abused by athletes to improve physical appearance/performance, leading to a ban by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Common Uses and Medical Applications
- Hereditary Angioedema (HAE): Reduces the frequency and severity of swelling attacks in the face, limbs, and throat.
- Osteoporosis: Used in postmenopausal women to aid in bone growth.
- Other Potential Uses: Occasionally used for specific types of anemia and vasculitis associated with Behcet's disease.
Side Effects and Risks
Stanozolol is associated with significant adverse effects: [1, 2, 3]
- Liver Toxicity: A serious risk due to its 17-alkylated structure.
- Hormonal Changes: Reduced libido, impotence, prostate enlargement, testicle atrophy.
- Psychological/Physical: Acne, insomnia, headache, irregular menstrual cycles, and breast atrophy.
- Cardiovascular: Potential to negatively affect cholesterol levels.
Performance Enhancement and Regulation
- Mechanism: It increases red blood cell production, muscle strength, and bone mineral density.
- Prohibitions: It is a Schedule III controlled substance in the US and is banned from sports competition by WADA