Drugs that have an anabolic (protein-building) effect similar to testosterone. Anabolic steroids build tissue, promote muscle recovery after an injury, and strengthen bones. They are used to treat some types of anaemia. Anabolic steroids are often abused by athletes. Possible adverse effects of the drugs include acne, oedema, damage to the liver and adrenal glands, infertility, impotence in men, and virilization in women.
Steroids, anabolic |
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