Main attributes Oxymetholone (Anadrol)
Manufacturer:
PharmaxLab®
Brand name:
Oxymetox
Commercial name:
Anadrol, Oxymetholone
Form of release:
Oral tablets
Dosage:
50mg per tablet
Amount in a package:
60 tab
Drug class:
Oral anabolic steroid
Mechanism of Action:
Binds to androgen receptors, promoting protein synthesis and nitrogen retention, leading to muscle growth and strength gains
Indications:
Used primarily for muscle growth and recovery in bodybuilding, and sometimes for medical conditions requiring muscle mass increase
Active ingredient:
Oxymetholone
CAS Name:
(17β)-2-hydroxy-2-methyl-5α-androstan-3-one
CAS Number:
434-07-1
Molecular Formula:
C21H32O3
Method of use:
Oral administration
Best time to take:
Typically divided into multiple doses throughout the day
Typical Dosage:
50mg to 150mg per day for performance enhancement
Anabolic activity:
High
Androgen activity:
Moderate to high
Aromatisation (conversion to estrogens):
High, can lead to estrogenic side effects such as water retention and gynecomastia
Side Effects:
Can include liver toxicity, androgenic side effects such as acne, hair loss, aggression, cardiovascular issues, and suppression of natural testosterone production
Half-life
Approximately 8-9 hours
Toxicity:
Can cause liver toxicity at high doses, androgenic side effects such as acne, hair loss, and cardiovascular issues
Detection time:
Detectable in urine for up to 2 months after administration
Contraindications:
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, prostate or breast cancer, liver dysfunction, cardiovascular disease
Interaction with other steroids:
Can potentiate the effects of other steroids, increasing the risk of side effects
Precautions:
Regular liver function tests are recommended during use, and proper dosing and cycle length should be followed under medical supervision
Overdose:
Limited information available, but excessive doses may increase side effects
Age category:
Typically used by adult males, not recommended for use in adolescents
Legal Status:
Controlled substance in many countries, available by prescription only
Storage conditions:
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat