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Stanozolol (Winstrol)
Integrative Therapies

Definition

Stanozolol

generic name: Stanozolol

trade name: Winstrol®

type of drug: Anabolic steroid, similar to naturally-occurring testosterone.

used to treat: Promotes nitrogen retention in malnourished patients; used to treat hereditary angioedema; also used by body builders.

» Interactions:
nutrient affected by drug: Iron

• research: A study involving sixteen people found that stanozolol was associated with iron depletion.
(Taberner DA. Lancet 1983 Mar 19;1(8325):648.)

• nutritional concerns: No conclusive evidence has emerged to indicate that iron supplementation is necessary or appropriate for all individuals using stanozolol. Anyone taking stanozolol on a regular basis should have their general condition as well as their iron status monitored by their prescribing physician.


Footnotes

Taberner DA. Iron deficiency and stanozolol therapy. Lancet 1983 Mar 19;1(8325):648. (Letter)