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Brand Name :
Deca-Durabolin, Durabolin, Nandrolone Laurate, Nandrolone Undecanoate
Synonyms :
nandrolone, nandrolonum, nandrolone
Class :
Androgens and anabolic steroids
AdultÂ
Dosage forms & StrengthsÂ
InjectionÂ
25mgÂ
50mgÂ
100mgÂ
200mgÂ
It is indicated for management of metastatic breast cancer in females
50-100 mg intramuscularly as a deep injection, once every week
Anemia Due To Chronic Kidney DiseaseÂ
For females- 50-100 mg intramuscularly as a deep injection, once every week
For males- 100-200 mg intramuscularly as a deep injection, once every week
Dosage forms & StrengthsÂ
InjectionÂ
25mgÂ
50mgÂ
100mgÂ
200mgÂ
Anemia Due To Chronic Kidney DiseaseÂ
For 2-13 years- 25-50 mg intramuscularly as a deep injection, every 3-4 weeks
For >13 years
Males-100-200 mg intramuscularly as a deep injection once a week
Females- 50-100 mg intramuscularly as a deep injection once a week
Refer to the adult dosingÂ
may increase the hypoglycemic effect of blood glucose-lowering agents
may increase the hepatotoxic effect of cyclosporine
May increase the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
oxandrolone and pexidartinib both increase the effect of each other
oxandrolone and pretomanid both increase the toxicity of each other
oxandrolone increases the anticoagulatory effect of warfarin
may increase the hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may increase the hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may increase the hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may increase the hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may increase the hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
corticosteroids may increase the fluid-retaining effect of androgens
corticosteroids may increase the fluid-retaining effect of androgens
corticosteroids may increase the fluid-retaining effect of androgens
corticosteroids may increase the fluid-retaining effect of androgens
corticosteroids may increase the fluid-retaining effect of androgens
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
may increase the hypoglycemic effect
may increase the hypoglycemic effect
may increase the hypoglycemic effect
may increase the hypoglycemic effect
may increase the hypoglycemic effect
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with Androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with Androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with Androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with Androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with Androgens
may have an increased stimulatory effect when combined with erythropoiesis-stimulating agents
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect
may enhance the hypoglycemic effect
may increase the anticoagulant effect
may increase the anticoagulant effect
may increase the anticoagulant effect
may increase the anticoagulant effect
may increase the anticoagulant effect
may increase the hypoglycemic effect
they increase the effect of androgens
they increase the effect of antidiabetic agents
they increase the effect of antidiabetic agents
they increase the effect of antidiabetic agents
androgens: they may increase the hypoglycemic effect of blood viscosity reducing agents
androgens: they may increase the hypoglycemic effect of blood viscosity reducing agents
may increase the hypoglycaemic effect
may increase the hypoglycaemic effect
may increase the hypoglycaemic effect
may increase the hypoglycaemic effect
may increase the hypoglycaemic effect
may increase the hypertensive effect of hypertension-associated agents
may increase the stimulatory effect of Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents
may increase the hypertensive effects of hypertension associated agents
may increase the fluid-retaining effect of corticosteroids
may enhance the hypertensive effect of Androgens
may enhance the hypertensive effect of Androgens
may enhance the hypertensive effect of Androgens
may enhance the hypertensive effect of Androgens
may enhance the hypertensive effect of Androgens
may increase the hypoglycemic effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
may increase the hypertensive effect of Hypertension-Associated Agents
It may increase the thrombogenic effect when combined with C1 inhibitors
empagliflozin and linagliptinÂ
may increase the hypoglycaemic effect with blood glucose lowering agents
may increase the hypoglycemic effect of Antidiabetic Agents
may increase the Glucose-lowering effect of Agents with Blood Glucose Lowering Effects
androgens increase the effect of hypoglycemia in these agents
androgens increase the effect of hypoglycemia in these agents
androgens increase the effect of hypoglycemia in these agents
androgens increase the toxic or adverse effect of ajmaline
antithymocyte globulin equineÂ
may increase the hypertensive effect of hypertension-associated agents
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
androgens increase the toxic or adverse effect of ajmaline
androgens increase the effect of thrombogenesis of C1 inhibitors
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased hypertensive effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased hypokalemic effect when combined with amphotericin b
may have an increased hypokalemic effect when combined with amphotericin b
may have an increased hypokalemic effect when combined with amphotericin b
may have an increased hypokalemic effect when combined with amphotericin b
may have an increased hypokalemic effect when combined with amphotericin b
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
may have an increased fluid-retaining effect when combined with androgens
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of hepatotoxicity of cyclosporine
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
androgens increase the effect of anticoagulation of vitamin K antagonists like warfarin
Actions and Spectrum:Â
The actions of nandrolone include:Â
The spectrum of nandrolone includes a relatively long half-life, which means that it can remain in the body for an extended period after administration. It is also known to have a low risk of aromatization (conversion to estrogen), which can help to minimize side effects such as gynecomastia (breast enlargement in men).Â
Frequency not definedÂ
Swollen feet or ankleÂ
Increased blood pressureÂ
BaldnessÂ
Breast enlargementÂ
DiarrheaÂ
Change in sex driveÂ
VomitingÂ
Allergic reactionsÂ
Difficult breathingÂ
AcneÂ
Mood changesÂ
Weight gainÂ
Facial hair growthÂ
Menstrual changesÂ
Abdominal pain and swellingÂ
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Contraindication/Caution:Â
nandrolone is a powerful anabolic steroid that can have significant effects on the body. It is important to use this medication with caution, and only under the guidance of a healthcare provider. Some of the contraindications and precautions associated with the use of nandrolone include:Â
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
Category XÂ
Breastfeeding warnings:Â Â
Do not breastfeed if taking nandroloneÂ
Pregnancy category:Â
Pharmacology:Â
nandrolone can have several different effects on the body, including:Â
PharmacodynamicsÂ
Nandrolone is a synthetic anabolic-androgenic steroid that mimics the effects of endogenous androgens like testosterone. Its pharmacodynamics involve binding to androgen receptors in various tissues, where it promotes anabolic effects such as increased protein synthesis and muscle growth. Unlike testosterone, nandrolone is less readily converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) but can be metabolized to less potent androgens and estrogens, which contributes to its unique balance of anabolic to androgenic activity. Through its receptor-mediated actions, nandrolone influences gene transcription, resulting in the physiological effects associated with enhanced muscle mass, bone density, and red blood cell production.Â
PharmacokineticsÂ
Absorption
Nandrolone is typically administered by intramuscular injection in the form of esters (e.g., nandrolone decanoate or phenylpropionate) to prolong its release. After injection, the ester is slowly hydrolyzed, releasing active nandrolone into circulation.Â
Distribution
Once in the bloodstream, nandrolone binds extensively to plasma proteins, primarily sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and albumin. It distributes to various tissues, including skeletal muscle, where it exerts its anabolic effects.Â
Metabolism
Nandrolone undergoes hepatic metabolism. It is not extensively converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) like testosterone; instead, it is reduced to less potent metabolites such as dihydronandrolone. A portion can also be aromatized to estradiol, but to a lesser extent than testosterone.Â
Elimination/Excretion
Metabolites of nandrolone are mainly eliminated through the urine. The detection window can be prolonged due to its depot injection form and lipophilic nature.Â
nandrolone is typically administered via injection into a muscle (intramuscular injection). The injection site can vary depending on the formulation used, but common sites include the gluteal muscle (buttocks), thigh, or deltoid (shoulder) muscle.Â
The dosing and frequency of nandrolone administration can vary depending on the indication and individual patient factors. It is essential to use this medication only under the guidance of a healthcare provider and to closely follow their instructions for use.Â
The duration of nandrolone treatment can also vary depending on the indication. For example, nandrolone may be given for a few months until the condition is resolved in the treatment of anemia. In the treatment of osteoporosis, nandrolone may be given for several months or longer to improve bone mineral density.Â
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: nandrolone decanoateÂ
Pronounced: nan-dro-lone deh-kah-no-ateÂ
Why do we use nandrolone?Â