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Side effect(s) of Nandrolone


Review the side-effects of Nandrolone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Some of the side effects of nandrolone are:

  Gastro intestinal
: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea

  Liver
: Benign and malignant tumors, blood-filled cysts in the liver

  CNS
: Habit forming, difficulty in sleeping, changes in mood

  Genitourinary
: Altered sexual function, impotence in males, feminization in males, menstrual irregularities in females. Other changes that may be noted in females include acne, male pattern baldness, abnormal hair growth in the face and body and hoarseness of voice.

  Miscellaneous
: Fluid and electrolyte retention resulting in swelling at the ankles, increase in glucose and cholesterol levels, or allergic reaction

Other Precautions :

Avoid use in children. Monitor skeletal maturation in children.
Women must discontinue the drug immediately if there is any sign of masculinization like deepening of voice and abnormal hair growth in the body and face.

Drug Name : Nandrolone

Nandrolone(Deca-Durabolin) generic Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid, prescribed for anemia caused by kidney problems. The kidney normally produces a hormone called erythropoietin which is necessary for the production of red blood cells. Absence of the hormone due to kidney disease results in anemia, which responds to nandrolone. Nandrolone has also been used in the treatment of bone thinning or osteoporosis. The drug is often misused by athletes to increase muscle mass. It is currently discontinued in the United States.


Trade Names for Nandrolone

India :


International :


Deca-Durabolin, Durabolin, Hybolin Decanoate, Anabolin La
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