Stanozolol
Stanozolol is a synthetic anabolic-androgenic steroid derived from dihydrotestosterone. It promotes nitrogen retention and protein synthesis, leading to increased muscle mass and red blood cell production. Medically, it has been used to treat hereditary angioedema, aplastic anemia, and certain muscle-wasting conditions.
Stanozolol is an anabolic steroid used to treat hereditary angioedema and aplastic anemia by promoting protein synthesis and increasing red blood cell production.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- A14AA02
- RxNorm
- 10032
- Generic
- Stanozolol
- Class
- atc-a14
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- oral
- Forms
- tablet
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Hereditary angioedema (to reduce frequency and severity of attacks), aplastic anemia, and as adjunctive therapy in malnourished patients requiring anabolic support. Not FDA-approved for performance enhancement despite its history of athletic misuse.
Binds to androgen receptors in target tissues, promoting nitrogen retention, protein synthesis, and red blood cell production. Has both anabolic (tissue-building) and androgenic (masculinizing) effects.
Contraindicated in pregnancy, prostate cancer, and severe liver disease. May cause hepatotoxicity, lipid alterations, mood changes, and suppression of natural testosterone. Use requires medical supervision due to significant side effect profile. Commonly abused for performance enhancement, which carries substantial health risks.
Official drug label
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