Review the side-effects of Oxymetholone 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.
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.
Anadrol-50
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.
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.
Other Precautions :
Monitor cholesterol, lipid, calcium levels, liver and kidney functions during the treatment.Drug Name : Oxymetholone
Oxymetholone(Anadrol-50) generic 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.Brand Names or Trade Names of Oxymetholone
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International :
Anadrol-50
