Nandrolone caproate
Nandrolone caproate is a synthetic anabolic steroid and a derivative of testosterone. It is also known as 19-nortestosterone 17β-hexanoate. This steroid is used in the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at a dose of 50 mg every three weeks. It is also used for some aplastic anemias.
Pharmacology[edit]
Nandrolone caproate is a prodrug of nandrolone. It is administered via intramuscular injection and it acts by stimulating the androgen receptor.
Side effects[edit]
The side effects of nandrolone caproate include virilization among others. It has a strong anabolic effect and weak androgenic effect, which give it a mild side effect profile and make it especially suitable for use in women.
Chemistry[edit]
Nandrolone caproate, also known as 19-nortestosterone 17β-hexanoate, is a synthetic estrane steroid and a derivative of testosterone. It is an androgen ester – specifically, the C17β hexanoate (caproate) ester of nandrolone (19-nortestosterone) – and acts as a prodrug of nandrolone in the body. Nandrolone caproate is a prodrug of nandrolone.
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Nandrolone caproate[edit]
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Structure of Nandrolone caproate
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