Anadrol (Oxymetholone)
17α-methyl-2-hydroxymethylene-17β-hydroxy-5α-androstan-3-one. Anabolic Androgenic Steroid (AAS), oral 17α-alkylated.
This page describes what Anadrol (Oxymetholone) is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Anabolic Androgenic Steroid (AAS)
- Legal status
- Schedule 4 (South Africa) / Schedule III (USA)
- Half-life
- 8-9 hours
- Liver strain
- Very High
- Kidney strain
- Moderate
- Converts to estrogen
- None (but estrogenic effects)
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Yes
Medical uses
- Anemia
- Osteoporosis
- HIV/AIDS wasting
What it does in the body
Anabolic
- Extreme rapid mass gain (water retention)
- Extreme strength increase
- Increased red blood cell production
- Enhanced protein synthesis
- Increased appetite
Androgenic
- High androgenic activity
- Increased aggression
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Oral | 8-9 hours | 8 weeks |
Side effects and health risks
Estrogenic
- Gynecomastia (does not aromatize but has estrogenic effects)
- Extreme water retention
- Significant blood pressure increase
- Bloating
Androgenic
- Severe acne
- Oily skin
- Hair loss
Heart and blood vessels
- Severe LDL increase
- Severe HDL decrease
- Significant blood pressure increase
- Left ventricular hypertrophy
Liver
- Highly hepatotoxic
- Severe liver enzyme elevation
- Cholestasis
- Liver damage risk
Hormones and fertility
- Severe testosterone suppression
- Testicular atrophy
Mood and mind
- Increased aggression
- Mood swings
- Lethargy (paradoxical)
Gastrointestinal
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite (paradoxical)
- Stomach discomfort
Blood tests worth monitoring
From its known properties, these are the markers doctors commonly check. Getting blood work before, during and after is how problems are caught early.
- Androgens tend to lower HDL, raise LDL and thicken the blood: HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Hematocrit, Hemoglobin
- Liver strain: Very High: ALT (SGPT), AST (SGOT), GGT, Bilirubin
- Kidney strain: Moderate: Creatinine, BUN, eGFR
- Shuts down natural production (PCT needed): Total Testosterone, LH, FSH
Related compounds
- Dianabol (Methandrostenolone)
- Turinabol (Chlorodehydromethyltestosterone)
- Halotestin (Fluoxymesterone)
Questions
What is the half-life of Anadrol (Oxymetholone)?
About 8-9 hours. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Anadrol (Oxymetholone) detectable?
Testing windows of 8 weeks are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Anadrol (Oxymetholone) legal?
Schedule 4 (South Africa) / Schedule III (USA). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Anadrol (Oxymetholone)?
Based on its properties, these markers are commonly monitored: HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Hematocrit, Hemoglobin, ALT (SGPT), AST (SGOT), GGT, Bilirubin, Creatinine, BUN, eGFR, Total Testosterone, LH and FSH. A doctor can order and interpret them.
What are the side effects of Anadrol (Oxymetholone)?
Estrogenic: gynecomastia (does not aromatize but has estrogenic effects), extreme water retention and significant blood pressure increase. Androgenic: severe acne, oily skin and hair loss. Heart and blood vessels: severe ldl increase, severe hdl decrease and significant blood pressure increase.
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.