Nandrolone decanoate
Nandrolone decanoate (pronunciation: nan-DROH-lone DEK-uh-noh-ate) is a synthetic anabolic steroid that is used in the medical field for various treatments.
Etymology
The term "Nandrolone decanoate" is derived from two parts. "Nandrolone" is a combination of the words "nandrol", a term used in the pharmaceutical industry to refer to a specific type of steroid, and "olone", a suffix used in organic chemistry to denote a specific type of chemical compound. "Decanoate" is derived from "decanoic acid", a type of fatty acid.
Medical Uses
Nandrolone decanoate is used in the treatment of osteoporosis, anemia, and some forms of neoplasia including breast cancer, and also acts as a progestin-based contraceptive. It is also used to counteract negative effects of long-term corticosteroid therapy and in the treatment of certain cases of dwarfism.
Pharmacology
Nandrolone decanoate is a prodrug of nandrolone. It works by increasing the growth of certain tissues in the body and has been shown to improve the oxygen-carrying ability of blood by increasing hemoglobin and the size of red blood cells.
Side Effects
Common side effects of nandrolone decanoate include symptoms of masculinization like acne, increased hair growth, voice changes, and increased sexual desire. The drug is a controlled substance in many countries and so non-medical use is generally illicit.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nandrolone decanoate
- Wikipedia's article - Nandrolone decanoate
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