Brand Name: Deca Durabolin
Generic name: Nandrolone Decanoate

Deca Durabolin is the most popular and commonly used injectableanabolic steroid. Even though nandrolone decanoate is still containedin many generic compounds, most people use it with Deca Durabolin. Itwas introduced during 1960's as an injectable steroid in variousstrengths - 50 mg/ml and 100 mg/ml being most common ones. 

The popularity of this drug is owed to its numerous uses. It causes themuscle cell to store more nitrogen than it releases, to achieve apositive nitrogen balance. This drug is also taken for Osteoporosis infemales who have passed the menopause and for insufficient productionof red and white blood cells by the bone marrow. Besides this, DecaDurabolin also causes masculinisation in males who are lacking innatural male hormones.

Take your doctor’s advice before starting treatment with thismedicine. The often recommended dosage is between 100 and 400 mg/week.Scientific research proves that the best results can be obtained by theintake of 2 mg/pound body weight. If you take a dose of less than 200mg/week, you will generally feel only a very light anabolic effect, butthis increases with a higher dose.

The side effects ofthis drug are comparatively low with dosages of 100-400 mg/week;androgenic-caused side effects can take place. Some side effectsinvolve problems pertaining to high blood pressure and an extended timefor blood clotting, which can cause nasal bleeding, increased bleedingof cuts, enhanced production of the sebaceous gland and acne. Someusers also report headaches and sexual over-stimulation.

Women who take up to 100 mg/week of Deca Durabolin generally do notexperience any major issues. At higher dosages, androgenic-causedvirilization symptoms may take place; deepened voice, increased growthof body hair, acne, or increased libido being some of them. You shouldtake these steroids in consultation with your physician.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• breast cancer
• diabetes
• heart or blood vessel disease
• high blood calcium levels
• kidney disease
• liver disease
• previous heart attack
• prostate disease
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding
• an unusual or allergic reaction to nandrolone decanoate, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

How should I use Deca Durabolin?

Nandrolonedecanoate is for injection into a muscle. It is usually given by ahealth-care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.

Contactyour pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of thismedicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

Trynot to miss a dose. Injections are usually given several weeks apart.Notify your prescriber or health care professional if you are unable tokeep an appointment.

What drug(s) may interact with nandrolone decanoate?

• blood thinners
• cyclosporine
• epoetin alfa
• growth hormone
• finasteride
• medicines for diabetes
• saw palmetto
• warfarin

Tellyour prescriber or health care professional about all other medicinesyou are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritionalsupplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or healthcare professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine oralcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affectthe way your medicine works. Check with your health care professionalbefore stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What should I watch for while taking Deca Durabolin?

Ifyou are diabetic nandrolone decanoate may affect your blood sugarlevels. Check with your prescriber or health care professional beforeyou change your diet or the dose of your diabetic medicine.

Nandrolonedecanoate is banned from use in athletes by the US and theInternational Olympic Committees and other athletic organizations.

Possible Deca Durabolin side effects:

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report toyour prescriber or health care professional if they continue or arebothersome):
• acne
• hair loss
• headache
• sexualdifficulties; changes in sexual desire can occur in either male orfemale patients, and excessive doses can cause impotence in men

Additional side effects that can occur in men include:
• breast tenderness or enlargement
• frequent erections
• frequent or difficult passing of urine
• groin or scrotum pain

Additional side effects that can occur in women include:
• irregular vaginal bleeding/spotting
• decrease in breast size
• enlarged clitoris
• hair loss
• facial hair growth
• voice changes (deepening or hoarseness)

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
• black, tarry stools or light-colored stools
• dark yellow or brown urine
• depression
• nausea, vomiting
• skin rash and itching (hives)
• stomach pain
• unusual bleeding
• unusual swelling
• weight gain
• yellowing of the eyes or skin

Where can I store Deca Durabolin?

Storeat room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F);do not freeze. Protect from bright light. Throw away any unusedmedicine after the expiration date.

Keep out of the reach of children.