Winstrol
Winstrol, also known as Stanozolol, is a synthetic anabolic steroid derived from dihydrotestosterone. It was developed by American pharmaceutical company Winthrop Laboratories (Sterling Drug) in 1962, and has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for human use.
Medical uses[edit | edit source]
Winstrol is used in the treatment of hereditary angioedema, which causes episodes of swelling of the face, extremities, genitals, bowel wall, and throat. It may decrease the frequency and severity of these attacks.
Non-medical uses[edit | edit source]
Winstrol and other anabolic steroids are used in bodybuilding for their perceived ability to increase muscle mass and strength. However, this use is not approved by the FDA and carries significant health risks.
Side effects[edit | edit source]
Side effects of Winstrol can include liver damage, cardiovascular problems, and masculinization in women. It is also a controlled substance under the Anabolic Steroids Control Act of 1990 and has been assigned to Schedule III.
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