Winstrol is the most widely recognized trade name for the drug Stanozolol. Stanozolol is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone, chemically altered so that the hormone’s anabolic (tissue-building) properties are greatly amplified and its androgenic activity minimized. Stanozolol is classified as an “anabolic” steroid, and exhibits one of the strongest dissociations of anabolic to androgenic effect among commercially available agents. It also cannot be aromatized into estrogens. Stanozolol is the second most widely used oral steroid, succeeded in popularity only by Dianabol (methandrostenolone). lt is known for its ability to promote muscle growth without water-retention, making it highly valued by dieting bodybuilders and competiting athletes. Stanozolol is a modified form of dihydrotestosterone. It differs by the addition of a methyl group at carbon 17alpha to protect the hormone during oral intake and the attachment of a pyrazol group to the A-ring, replacing the normal 3-keto group (this gives stanozolol the chemical classification of a heterocyclic steroid). When viewed in the light of 17-alpha methyldihydrotestosterone, the A-ring modification on stanozolol seems to considerably increase its anabolic strength while reducing its relative androgenicity.
Contents
50mg/1ml (10 ampoules)
Chemical names
1-(4-chlorophenyl)-N,N-dimethyl-α-(2-methylpropyl)-cyclobutanemethanamine hydrochloride monohydrate
Side effects
Although classified as an anabolic steroid, androgenic side effects are still common with this substance. This may include bouts of oily skin, acne, and body/facial hair growth. Anabolic/androgenic steroids may also aggravate male-pattern hair loss. Women should be aware of the potential effects linked to virilization, common for anabolic/androgenic steroids. Stanozolol is a c17-alpha alkylated compound. This alteration protects the drug from deactivation by the liver, allowing a very high entry percentage of the drug into the bloodstream when taken orally. Also, e17-alpha alkylated anabolic/androgenic steroids can be hepatotoxic. Prolonged or high exposure may result in liver damage.
Administration
When used for physique or performance-enhancing purposes, a dosage of 50 mg every other day is most commonly applied.
