Methoxydienone [FAST FACTS]
OTHER NAME(S): 13b-Ethyl-3-Methoxygona-2,5(u003Cnorefu003E10u003C/norefu003E)-dien-17-one, LMG Max, Max-LMG, Max LMG, Methoxygonadiene, 13-ethyl-3-methoxy-gona-2,5(u003Cnorefu003E10u003C/norefu003E)-diene-17-one, u003Cnorefu003E10u003C/norefu003E, Methoxydienone, Metoxidienona - [DATOS BÁSICOS], Méthoxydiénone – [FAITS EN BREF]
Overview
Methoxydienone is a type of chemical known as an anabolic steroid. It is converted in the body to testosterone and other sex hormones. In the U.S., it is illegal to include anabolic steroids in supplement products. These chemicals are also banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Methoxydienone is used for weight loss, to improve athletic performance, to reduce sexual problems, and for many other uses, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use. Methoxydienone might also be unsafe.
Uses
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Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Methoxydienone is POSSIBLY UNSAFE for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include infertility, behavioral changes, hair loss, and breast development (in men). Methoxydienone can also lead to liver damage and heart disease.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Methoxydienone is POSSIBLY UNSAFE for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include infertility, behavioral changes, hair loss, and breast development (in men). Methoxydienone can also lead to liver damage and heart disease.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Methoxydienone is POSSIBLY UNSAFE for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid using.
Interactions
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Dosing
The appropriate dose of methoxydienone depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for methoxydienone. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- Anabolic Steroid Act, Public Law No. 108-358, 2004.
- Joseph JF, Parr MK. Synthetic androgens as designer supplements. Curr Neuropharmacol. 2015;13(1):89-100.
- What Should Tested Athletes Know About GW1516? Education, Spirit of Sport. U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). September 24, 2019. Available at: https://www.usada.org/spirit-of-sport/education/what-should-athletes-know-gw1516/
- Designer Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2014. Public Law No: 113-260.