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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
5-andendiol, 5-androstenediol
Class :
Steroids
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
5-andendiol, 5-androstenediol
Class :
Steroids
Dosage forms and strengths
Muscle strength (off-label)
Take 25 to 50 mg daily
Osteoporosis (off-label)
Take 25 to 50 mg daily
off-label:
Take 25 to 50 mg daily
off-label:
Take 25 to 50 mg daily
Note: The drug could cause long-term health consequences like decreased fertility, sperm count, or hair loss.
Not indicated
When beclomethasone dipropionate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When budesonide is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When dexamethasone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When dexamethasone acetate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When difluocortolone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fludrocortisone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When flunisolide is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluocinolone acetonide is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluocinonide is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluocortolone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluorometholone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluprednisolone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluticasone furoate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When fluticasone propionate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When hydrocortisone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When hydrocortisone acetate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When hydrocortisone butyrate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When hydrocortisone cypionate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When hydrocortisone succinate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When meprednisone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When methylprednisolone is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When methylprednisolone aceponate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
methylprednisolone hemisuccinateÂ
When methylprednisolone hemisuccinate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
When mometasone furoate is aided by androstenediol, that promotes an increased risk of edema
Actions and Spectrum:Â
Actions:Â
Anabolic Effects: Androstenediol performs the anabolic action, which is the process involved in the production of protein and other building blocks of cells, promoting mostly the growth of muscle tissue.
Adverse reaction
Frequency not defined
Rise in body hair
Hair loss
Acne
Black Box WarningÂ
None
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Pregnancy & breastfeeding:
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
No data is available regarding the administration of the drug during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding warnings:Â Â
No data is available regarding the excretion of drugs in breast milk.
Pregnancy category:Â
Pharmacology:
Androstenediol also called 5-androstenediol, is a steroid hormone and a substrate for the conversion of testosterone and estradiol.
Pharmacodynamics:
Androstenediol can attach to androgen receptors located in diverse tissues across the body. Upon binding, these receptors are activated, thereby initiating the expression of genes responsive to androgens. Consequently, this process can yield heightened muscle mass, bone density, and libido.
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Absorption
The absorption of the drug occurs in the gastrointestinal tract.
Distribution
The drug goes into the bloodstream. The blood transports it to all tissues of the body.
Metabolism
The primary metabolism takes place in liver.
Excretion and Elimination
The primary excretion of the metabolites occurs through kidneys.
Administration:Â
The route of administration is oral.
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name:Â androstenediol
Why do we use androstenediol?Â
Androstenediol boosts muscle growth and performance for bodybuilders and athletes. It’s also used in hormone replacement therapy for low testosterone or hormonal imbalances.
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