Anadrol general information

Oxymetholone is an anabolic steroid, which is a man-made form of a hormone similar to testosterone.

Oxymetholone is used to treat certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells), including aplastic anemia, myelofibrosis, or hypoplastic anemia caused by chemotherapy.

Oxymetholone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Anadrol dosage and administration

For treatment of certain types of anemia:

• Adults, teenagers, children, and older infants—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 1 to 5 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) (0.45 to 2.3 mg per pound) of body weight a day.
• Premature and newborn infants—Dose is based on body weight or size and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 0.175 mg per kg (0.08 mg per pound) of body weight once a day.

Anadrol side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• swelling, rapid weight gain;
• increased or ongoing erection of the penis;
• changes in skin color;
• urination problems; or
• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)

Women receiving oxymetholone may develop male characteristics, which could be irreversible if treatment is continued. Call your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any of these side effects:

• acne;
• changes in your menstrual periods;
• hoarse or deepened voice;
• male-pattern hair growth (such as on the chin or chest);
• male pattern baldness;
• enlarged clitoris; or
• increase or decrease in sex drive.

Less serious side effects may include:

• breast swelling in men;
• feeling restless or excited;
• sleep problems (insomnia); or
• diarrhea.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.