Oxandrolone

Oxandrolone is a drug designed to eliminate cachexia of various origins. This medication is widely used in medicine. Today, it has become widespread due to its effectiveness.

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Indications Oxandrolone

Indications for the use of Oxandrolone are varied. Thus, it is mainly used for cachexia of various genesis. The drug is widely used for protein metabolism disorders after severe injuries. It is also applicable for infectious diseases, burns, surgeries and radiation therapy.

The drug has proven itself well in the field of eliminating osteoporosis of various origins, progressive muscular dystrophy and hypo- and aplastic anemia.

The drug is also used as a preventive measure against myopathy and osteoporosis during treatment with glucocorticosteroids. In general, the range of use of the drug is quite wide. In no case should you use the medication on your own. This can lead to the development of negative consequences for the body. Despite the fact that Oxandrolone does not have serious side effects, independent use is prohibited.

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Release form

Release form - tablets. The active substance of the drug is oxandrolone. One tablet contains about 10 mg. Naturally, there are also auxiliary substances. These include magnesium stearate, lactose, crospovidone and polyvidone.

One package may contain 60 tablets. A blister contains 20 tablets. One package contains 3 blisters. There is no other type of the drug. Despite the fact that many medications have forms of release with an increased dose of the active substance, this is not observed in this case.

You can buy the product at any pharmacy. Naturally, you must do this with the permission of a doctor and only on his recommendations. Oxandrolone can harm the body, so you cannot use it on your own. The duration of treatment and the required number of tablets for the entire period are prescribed by the attending physician. Oxandrolone is a powerful remedy that can provide quick and effective help in many matters.

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Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics Oxandrolone is an anabolic agent intended for systemic use. It is an anabolic steroid. It is a derivative of androstane.

Oxandrolone is the most common steroid anabolic. Penetrating the cell nucleus, it leads to an increase. Synthesis of DNA, structural proteins and activation of enzymes of the tissue respiration chain and increased tissue respiration. In addition, the drug leads to the synthesis of ATP and the accumulation of macroergs inside the cell.

In addition, the drug stimulates anabolic and inhibits catabolic processes that occur due to glucocorticoids. The drug increases muscle mass, reduces fat deposition and improves tissue. The drug promotes calcium deposition in bones. The androgenic activity of the drug is low. It can lead to the development of secondary sexual organs in men. Oxandrolone is widely used both in medical practice and to improve muscle tissue in training modes.

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Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics Oxandrolone is an anabolic agent, which is a derivative of androstane. The main component of the drug is oxandrolone. It is one of the steroid anabolics.

Its action consists in the fact that it easily penetrates the cell nucleus and produces DNA synthesis there. In addition, activation of tissue respiration chain enzymes and accumulation of macroergs in cells occurs here.

The drug widely stimulates anabolic and inhibits catabolic processes in the body, which were obtained on the basis of the use of glucocorticoids. The drug significantly increases muscle mass and reduces fat deposits. It promotes the accumulation of calcium in bones. The androgenic activity of the drug is not high. Due to this, it can provoke the development of secondary sexual characteristics in men. In some cases, this drug is used independently. But it is not always safe. Therefore, you should not use Oxandrolone without a doctor's permission.

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Dosing and administration

The method of administration and dosage are prescribed by the doctor, depending on the existing problem. The drug is usually used exclusively by adults. The dosage is selected individually. Usually 5 mg per day is used. If compared with the dosage of a tablet, then this is exactly half of it. In some cases, the dosage is increased to 20 mg. This amount cannot be taken at one time. Usually the dose is divided into 2-4 doses.

The course of treatment with the drug is quite long and is 4 weeks. Much depends on the problem that needs to be eliminated. A repeated course of treatment can be carried out, but not earlier than after 1-1 month. Otherwise, there is a high risk of increasing the concentration of the drug in the body. This does not always have a positive effect.

The drug is used on the doctor's recommendations, so you need to buy it only with a specific prescription. It is important to understand that absolutely any remedy can either improve the condition or lead to its aggravation. Oxandrolone is no exception.

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Use Oxandrolone during pregnancy

The use of Oxandrolone during pregnancy has not been studied and therefore nothing can be said about this. In general, Oxandrolone should not be used during this period. Pregnancy already makes adjustments in the woman's body. Many hormones are produced and everything is actively rebuilt for the new growing organism.

In the first trimester, taking any medications should be prohibited in any case. After all, during this period, you can easily disrupt the baby's development. All this will lead either to the loss of the child or to the development of pathologies. Therefore, you need to be extremely careful with medications.

Any medication can be taken only under the supervision of the attending physician and only after his approval. Every woman should understand that it is easy to cause harm, but it is not so easy to eliminate the consequences. Oxandrolone is a steroid that is contraindicated for pregnant women. After all, there is a risk of getting serious complications, especially for the child.

Contraindications

Contraindications are of various nature. Thus, first of all, it cannot be used by people with individual intolerance to some components of the drug. This can cause a serious allergic reaction from the body.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the product should also not be used. People with prostate cancer or adenoma are at particular risk. Men with chronic or acute prostatitis should also not use the product.

The steroid is also contraindicated in severe liver damage and liver failure. A similar restriction applies to people with coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction and heart failure. Oxandrolone should not be taken in diabetes mellitus and hypercalcemia. Ignoring all the above contraindications can lead to the development of serious consequences. Oxandrolone is a strong drug that requires knowledge of its administration scheme.

Side effects Oxandrolone

Side effects of Oxandrolone are quite extensive. First of all, the gastrointestinal tract may react negatively. It all manifests itself in the form of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain. Perhaps these are the most harmless side effects.

Oxandrolone can cause jaundice, allergic reactions of varying degrees, depression, sleep disorders, convulsions and adenoma. In women, baldness, irreversible deepening of the voice, menstrual irregularities, suppression of ovarian function and enlargement of the clitoris are possible.

Other side effects include bone pain, swelling, leuko-mid reaction and progression of atherosclerosis. This entire list of negative effects indicates that taking the drug on your own is strictly prohibited. This can lead to really serious health problems. Therefore, any medication should be taken with the permission of a doctor. Oxandrolone is no exception in this case.

Overdose

An overdose of the drug can be caused by a large dose. This usually manifests itself in the form of increased side effects. If such a situation occurs, it is necessary to wash the stomach. After that, depending on the person's condition, certain symptomatic therapy is carried out.

If signs of virilization appear, the medication should be discontinued. This process can lead to the development of irreversible processes in the woman's body. Which will lead to a deterioration in the quality of her life.

In some cases, an overdose occurs due to an allergic reaction. This usually happens when a person, without familiarizing themselves with the possible side effects and contraindications, starts taking the drug anyway. It is important to understand that the consequences can be really serious. Self-medication should never be done. Oxandrolone can cause serious harm to the body and lead to irreversible processes in it.

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Interactions with other drugs

Oxandrolone interactions with other drugs are possible, but only if the drugs do not have a similar effect. Otherwise, the concentration of active substances in the body can lead to catastrophic consequences.

This medication can enhance the effect of anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents and hypoglycemic agents. Side effects from taking hepatotoxic drugs may also occur.

All this indicates that self-treatment can significantly worsen a person's condition. Any medicine is taken exclusively under the supervision of a physician. This drug has a number of side effects and contraindications. This factor indicates not only the effectiveness of the drug, but also the high possibility of harming the body. It is better not to take Oxandrolone together with other drugs, this is really fraught with serious consequences, especially for women.

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Storage conditions

Storage conditions must be observed in full. First of all, it is necessary to create optimal temperature conditions. Usually 15-25 degrees is enough. Naturally, this indicator may fluctuate depending on the drug. But in this case, these figures are optimal.

The storage location of the product must be dry and protected from direct sunlight. Dampness and the refrigerator are unacceptable storage conditions. The medicine must also be kept away from children. Due to their ignorance and curiosity, they can swallow the tablets and thereby cause a negative reaction from their body.

If all storage conditions are met, the medicine will last for more than one year. It is advisable to monitor the packaging itself. There should be no damage, scratches or punctures on it. This can lead to a decrease in the beneficial properties of the medicine. There is no particular danger in this case, but no positive effect will be achieved. Oxandrolone must be stored correctly.

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Special instructions

Special instructions are important. Thus, when the first signs of virilization appear in women, you must immediately stop taking the medicine. The fact is that these symptoms will not disappear over time, they are irreversible. These include coarsening of the voice, menstrual irregularities, etc.

It is necessary to systematically monitor the level of lipids and cholesterolemia. To achieve the optimal effect, the patient should simultaneously consume proteins, fats, carbohydrates in normal quantities. Naturally, you will also have to take care of the intake of minerals and vitamins.

Using anabolic steroids to enhance athletic performance can have serious health consequences. In general, this product should never be used for this purpose. Despite the fact that Oxandrolone is a steroid, it should never be used to improve your physical performance.

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Shelf life

The shelf life of the drug is 3 years. But these are just numbers. In order for the product to really have a positive effect over a given period of time, special storage conditions must be observed.

Temperature conditions play a special role. For this medication, it is 15-25 degrees. In no case should you leave the product in the refrigerator or in a damp place. This will lead to the drug spoiling. It is necessary to protect it from direct sunlight. It is desirable that it be a warm, dark and dry place.

Children should also not have access to the medicine. Despite the high calcium content in its composition, it should not be used by a child. This can lead to the development of a negative reaction from the body. To achieve a positive effect, the medicine must be stored and used correctly.

It is not worth using it after the expiration date. This can lead to the development of negative consequences. If all storage conditions are observed correctly, then Oxandrolone will last for all 3 years.

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