Dianabol (Methandriol/Methandrostenolone)
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Category
Compound type
Phase / Status
Discontinued in most countries. Historically significant. Banned by WADA and all sports organizations.
Standard Dose
Once or twice daily (split doses)
Half-life
Plasma elimination
Route(s)
Oral
Research Stage
Regulatory approval granted; post-market monitoring ongoing.
Overview
Dianabol is an oral anabolic steroid. Reported effects can include increases in strength and lean mass, but risks - especially liver toxicity and estrogen-related side effects - can be significant. It is not appropriate for self-directed use.
Plain-language summary
Dianabol is an oral anabolic steroid. Reported effects can include increases in strength and lean mass, but risks - especially liver toxicity and estrogen-related side effects - can be significant. It is not appropriate for self-directed use.
Administration Routes
- Oral
Also known as
Mechanisms
17-alpha-alkylated oral anabolic steroid - binds androgen receptors, massively ramps up protein synthesis and nitrogen retention, aromatizes heavily to estrogen. Basically turns your body into a muscle-building factory.
Detailed mechanism
Methandrostenolone (17alpha-alkylated oral anabolic steroid) - binds to androgen receptors, promotes protein synthesis, has significant aromatization to estrogenic compounds. Modulates cellular pathways and enzyme activity to produce therapeutic effects at the molecular level.
Safety
Side effects
- Possible liver stress (it is 17-alpha-alkylated)
- Estrogen-related effects such as water retention and breast tenderness in some people
- Suppression of the body's own testosterone production
- Blood lipid changes and potential blood-pressure effects
- Acne/oily skin and hair-loss in susceptible individuals
Reported benefits
- Fastest oral mass gainer on earth
- Crazy strength gains in first 2 weeks
- Massive appetite increase
- Breaks through plateaus
- Classic bodybuilding compound
- Rapid results
Safety profile
Safety is highly dependent on indication, dosing, and monitoring. Because of known risks (including liver and cardiovascular effects), this medication should only be used under qualified medical supervision.
Clinical trials
Completed clinical trials leading to FDA or regulatory approval.
Structure
Verified structure
Dianabol (Methandriol/Methandrostenolone)
Exact 2D structure can be rendered from a PubChem-backed canonical SMILES string.
- Chemical Formula
- C20H28O2
- Molecular Weight
- 302.44 g/mol
- CAS Number
- 53-19-0
- InChIKey
- XWALNWXLMVGSFR-HLXURNFRSA-N
Stack Context
Stacks with
References
- 1View source
Anabolic-androgenic steroids: prevalence, knowledge and attitudes in junior and senior athletes (Br J Sports Med)
1996
- 2View source
Hepatotoxicity of anabolic-androgenic steroids: analysis of 17-alpha-alkylated steroids including methandrostenolone (J Hepatol)
1991
- 3View source
Anabolic-androgenic steroids: incidence of use and health implications (NIDA Research Monograph, NIH)
2023
- 4View source
Methandienone (methandrostenolone) and related substances on the WADA Prohibited List: S1 Anabolic Agents (World Anti-Doping Agency)
2024
This profile summarizes research literature for education only. It is not medical advice, and it does not diagnose, treat, or recommend a dose. Consult a qualified professional before changing a protocol.