Nandrolone - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

Information about Nandrolone

Generic Name : Nandrolone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Nandrolone are provided here.

Pronunciation : nan-droe-lone

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Nandrolone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y42.7 Therapeutic Classification : Anabolic steroid, Sex Hormone

Trade Names/Brand Names of Nandrolone

India :

International :

Deca-Durabolin, Durabolin, Hybolin Decanoate, Anabolin La

Why is Nandrolone Prescribed? (Indications)

Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid, prescribed for anemia caused by kidney problems. The kidney normally produces a hormone called erythropoietin which is necessary for the production of red blood cells. Absence of the hormone due to kidney disease results in anemia, which responds to nandrolone. Nandrolone has also been used in the treatment of bone thinning or osteoporosis.. The drug is often misused by athletes to increase muscle mass. It is currently discontinued in the United States

When should Nandrolone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Nandrolone should not be used in patients with prostate cancer, breast cancer especially with high calcium levels, severe kidney impairment, pregnancy or in patients allergic to the drug.

What is the dosage of Nandrolone?

The recommended dose for
Adults : I M is 50-200 mg/week.
Children: I M 25-50 mg every 3-4 weeks.

How should Nandrolone be taken?

Nandrolone comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the buttock muscle.

What are the side effects of Nandrolone?

Some of the side effects of nandrolone are:
Gastro intestinal: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea
Liver: Benign and malignant tumors, blood-filled cysts in the liver
CNS: Habit forming, difficulty in sleeping, changes in mood
Genitourinary: Altered sexual function, impotence in males, feminization in males, menstrual irregularities in females. Other changes that may be noted in females include acne, male pattern baldness, abnormal hair growth in the face and body and hoarseness of voice.
Miscellaneous: Fluid and electrolyte retention resulting in swelling at the ankles, increase in glucose and cholesterol levels, or allergic reaction

What are the other precautions for Nandrolone?

Avoid use in children. Monitor skeletal maturation in children.
Women must discontinue the drug immediately if there is any sign of masculinization like deepening of voice and abnormal hair growth in the body and face.

What are the Drug Interactions of Nandrolone?

Nandrolone decanoate should be avoided with:
• Anticoagulants like warfarin since the combination can result in increased bleeding.
• Oral antidiabetic agents and insulin as it decreases glucose tolerance.The dose of the antidiabetes medication may need adjustment.
• Goserelin and leuprolide, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutaseride since these drugs have effects opposite to nandrolone.
• Corticosteroids like fludrocortisone due to increased fluid retention resulting in edema.

What are the storage conditions for Nandrolone?

Store it at room temperature and protect it from light. Keep out of reach of children.