Winstrol

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Winstrol

Winstrol (pronounced: win-stroll), also known as Stanozolol (pronounced: stah-no-zoh-lohl), is a synthetic anabolic steroid derived from Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It was developed by American pharmaceutical company Winthrop Laboratories in 1962 and has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for human use.

Etymology

The name "Winstrol" is a combination of the pharmaceutical company's name, Winthrop Laboratories, and the term "sterol" which is a class of biologically active compounds occurring in plants and animals, including steroids.

Usage

Winstrol is used in the treatment of hereditary angioedema, which causes episodes of swelling of the face, extremities, genitals, bowel wall, and throat. It may decrease the frequency and severity of these attacks. It is also used by athletes and bodybuilders to lose fat while retaining lean body mass.

Side Effects

Side effects of Winstrol can include liver damage, jaundice, fluid retention, high blood pressure, changes in blood lipids, and risk of atherosclerosis. In men, side effects may also include shrinking of the testicles, reduced sperm count, infertility, baldness, and the development of breasts. In women, side effects can include changes in menstrual periods, voice deepening, increased hair growth, and changes in sexual desire.

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