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Oxymetholone - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Oxymetholone

Generic Name : Oxymetholone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Oxymetholone are provided here.

Pronunciation : ox-i-METH-oh-lone

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Oxymetholone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


ICD Code : Y42 Therapeutic Classification : Hormones

Trade Names/Brand Names of Oxymetholone

India :

International :


Anadrol-50

Why is Oxymetholone Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a synthetic anabolic steroid, prescribed for anemia (low red blood cell count). It increases the amount of erythropoietin, which is involved in the production of red blood cells.

When should Oxymetholone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with breast, prostate cancer, severe liver impairment, kidney damage, pregnancy and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Oxymetholone?

The recommended dose is 1-5 mg/kg body weight per day.

How should Oxymetholone be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Oxymetholone?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, enlarged prostate, heart, kidney, or liver problems; high blood calcium, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children and breastfeeding.

• It may affect blood sugar level; monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Oxymetholone?

Liver- Jaundice, liver damage and liver cancer.
Genitourinary -
In Males- Prepubertal: Penis enlargement and increased frequency of erections.
Postpubertal: Inhibition of testicular function, decrease in testis size, decrease in sperm cell count, impotence, painful erection and bladder irritability.
In Females- Clitoris enlargement and menstrual irregularities.
In Both Sexes- Increased or decreased sexual drive.
Central Nervous System- Excitation and sleeplessness.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Blood- Unusual bleeding, anemia and decrease in white blood cells.
Breast- Breast enlargement in males.
Larynx- Deepening of voice in females.
Hair- Excessive hair growth over the body, baldness in women and hair loss.
Skin- Pimples.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle cramps.
Body as a Whole- Chills.
Metabolic/Endocrine- Decreased glucose tolerance and increased level of liver enzymes.

What are the other precautions for Oxymetholone?

Monitor cholesterol, lipid, calcium levels, liver and kidney functions during the treatment.

What are the storage conditions for Oxymetholone?

Store it at controlled room temperature (20° to 25°C).
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