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Description

Clostebol is a synthetic anabolic steroid that is used to treat a variety of medical conditions. It is a derivative of testosterone and is used to increase muscle mass, strength, and endurance. It is also used to treat delayed puberty, anemia, and other conditions.

Clostebol has a number of potential toxic effects, including liver damage, increased risk of heart attack and stroke, increased risk of prostate cancer, increased risk of depression, and increased risk of aggression. It can also cause a decrease in HDL (good) cholesterol, an increase in LDL (bad) cholesterol, and an increase in blood pressure.

Associated brand names include: Androclor, Andronaq, Andronate, Andronil, Andronol, Andronov, Andronovin, Andronovol, Andronovon, Andronovone, Andronovolone, Andronovonone, Andronovolone, and Andronovonone.

Synonyms
  • chlortestosterone
  • clostebol
Classifications
  • anabolic steroid
  • sport doping

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