Oxymethelone
Brand Names: Adroyd; Anadrol-50; Anapolon; Androl-50; Hemogenin
Description
Oxymethelone is a type of Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) Analogue Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid.
Experimental Usage of Oxymethelone
Metabolism
Oxymethelone may cause weight gain (i.e. it counteracts Cachexia) in Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) patients. [1]
Toxic Effects of Oxymethelone
Cardiovascular System
Oxymethelone may cause Hypertension in some persons (the higher the dosage of Oxymethelone, the greater the probability of it causing Hypertension).
Hair
Oxymethelone may cause Hirsutism to a greater extent than other A-ASs.
Oxymethelone has a greater propensity to initiate or exacerbate Male Pattern Baldness than other Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids (due to it being an analogue of Dihydrotestosterone).
Metabolism
Oxymethelone may impair Liver function (in as little as seven days after commencing Oxymethelone use). [2]
Musculoskeletal System
Oxymethelone may cause Gynecomastia to a greater extent than other A-ASs.
Water Balance
Oxymethelone may cause Edema (to an even greater extent than do other A-ASs).
Bioavailability
Oxymethelone is normally administered orally (in 50 mg or 100 mg tablets).
Chemical Data
Chemical Name
17b-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethylene)-17-methyl-5a-androstan-3-one
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