Overview
Oxymetholone is a synthetic anabolic steroid marketed under the brand name Anapolon by Hoffmann La Roche Limitedand used in the treatment of osteoporosis, anaemia, and as an agent to stimulate muscle growth in malnourished or underdeveloped patients. Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), such as oxymetholone, have been abused by bodybuilders and athletes. The uncontrolled misuse of oxymetholone can lead to a large variety of detrimental effects, the most often reported of which are cardiovascular events. In 2009, no producers of oxymetholone were identified worldwide (SRI 2009), but it was available from 14 suppliers, including 8 U.S. suppliers (ChemSources 2009).
Background
Oxymetholone is a synthetic anabolic steroid marketed under the brand name Anapolon by Hoffmann La Roche Limitedand used in the treatment of osteoporosis, anaemia, and as an agent to stimulate muscle growth in malnourished or underdeveloped patients. Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), such as oxymetholone, have been abused by bodybuilders and athletes. The uncontrolled misuse of oxymetholone can lead to a large variety of detrimental effects, the most often reported of which are cardiovascular events. In 2009, no producers of oxymetholone were identified worldwide (SRI 2009), but it was available from 14 suppliers, including 8 U.S. suppliers (ChemSources 2009).
Indication
用于慢性消耗性疾病、年老体弱、重病及术后体弱消瘦、小儿发育不全、骨质疏松症、再生障碍性贫血、白细胞减少症。高脂血症等。
Associated Conditions
- Acquired Aplastic Anemia
- Congenital aplastic anaemia
- Hypoplastic anaemia
- Myelofibrosis
Clinical Trials
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No clinical trials found for this drug
FDA Drug Approvals
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EMA Drug Approvals
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HSA Drug Approvals
Approved Product | Manufacturer | Approval Number | Dosage Form | Strength | Approval Date |
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| HAN SEO OXYMETHOLONE TABLET 50 mg | SIN09975P | TABLET | 50 mg | 9/8/1998 |
NMPA Drug Approvals
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PPB Drug Approvals
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TGA Drug Approvals
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