List of androgens/anabolic steroids available in the United States

List of Androgens/Anabolic Steroids Available in the United States

The use of androgens and anabolic steroids has been a critical component in the field of medicine and athletics. These substances are used for a variety of purposes, including the treatment of hormonal issues, muscle wasting diseases, and as performance-enhancing drugs. This article provides a comprehensive list of androgens and anabolic steroids that are legally available in the United States, categorized by their medical and non-medical uses.

Medical Use[edit | edit source]

Androgens and anabolic steroids are prescribed for medical conditions related to hormone deficiency or muscle loss. The following is a list of such substances available in the United States:

Testosterone: The primary male sex hormone, used in testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men with low testosterone levels.
Methyltestosterone: A synthetic form of testosterone, used for similar purposes as testosterone.
Oxandrolone: An anabolic steroid used to help promote weight gain in various situations, to offset protein catabolism caused by long-term corticosteroid therapy, and to treat bone pain associated with osteoporosis.
Nandrolone: An anabolic steroid used for the management of anemia and for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Stanozolol: An anabolic steroid used to treat hereditary angioedema.

Non-medical Use[edit | edit source]

Despite their medical applications, androgens and anabolic steroids are often used without prescription for performance enhancement and bodybuilding. The legality of this practice varies, and in the United States, it is generally prohibited.

Legal Status[edit | edit source]

In the United States, androgens and anabolic steroids are classified as Schedule III controlled substances under the Controlled Substances Act. This classification indicates that these substances have a potential for abuse less than Schedule I and Schedule II drugs but more than Schedule IV drugs. Possession, distribution, or use of androgens and anabolic steroids without a prescription is illegal.

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