4-Androstenediol

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Description

4-Androstenediol is one of the two forms of Androstenediol.

 

Therapeutic Use of 4-Androstenediol

Musculoskeletal System

 Supplemental 4-Androstenediol (150 - 300 mg per day) may facilitate Muscle Growth (due to 4-Androstenediol functioning as a precursor for the endogenous production of Testosterone).

 

4-Androstenediol may Enhance the Function of these Substances

Hormones

 4-Androstenediol functions as a precursor for the production of Testosterone (approximately 15% of 4-Androstenediol is converted to Testosterone).  [1]

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of 4-Androstenediol

Enzymes

 3-Beta-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase catalyzes the conversion of 4-Androstenediol to Testosterone.

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