What's Oxandrolone Used for?

OXANDROLONE (ox AN droe lone) is a steroid. This medicine is used to help people gain weight. It is also used to treat bone pain in patients with osteoporosis.

What does oxandrolone do to your body?

Oxandrolone is in a class of medications called androgenic hormones. It works by increasing the amount of protein made by the body. This protein is used to build more muscle and increase body weight.

Why would you take oxandrolone?

Oxandrolone is an "anabolic" steroid that promotes the growth of muscle tissue. Oxandrolone is used to help you regain weight lost after surgery, severe trauma, or chronic infections.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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