Nandrolone
Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid that is used in the form of esters such as nandrolone decanoate (brand name Deca-Durabolin) and nandrolone phenylpropionate (brand name Durabolin). It is one of the most widely used anabolic steroids amongst athletes looking to improve their performance.
History[edit | edit source]
Nandrolone was first synthesized in 1950 and was introduced for medical use in 1957. It was developed by Organon, a global pharmaceutical company that focuses on producing a range of prescription medicines.
Medical uses[edit | edit source]
Nandrolone is used for the treatment of anemia, osteoporosis, cachexia, and breast cancer. It is also used for some types of neoplasia including breast cancer, and also acts as a progestin-based contraceptive.
Side effects[edit | edit source]
The side effects of nandrolone include symptoms of masculinization like acne, increased hair growth, voice changes, and increased sexual desire. The drug is a synthetic androgen and anabolic steroid and hence is an agonist of the androgen receptor, the biological target of androgens like testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
Society and culture[edit | edit source]
Nandrolone is a controlled substance and is listed under Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act in the United States. It is also prohibited by many sports bodies, including the International Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping Agency.
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