NANDROLONE Decanoate

Description

Each ml contains Nandrolone Decanoate 2OOmg in Ethyl oleate Q.S and 0.9% Benzyl Alcohol – clear, yellowish oily solution.

Its empirical formula is C20H44O3 and molecular weight is 428.7

Pharmacological classification
Anabolic Steroids

Pharmacological action
Nandrolone Decanoate has both androgenic and anabolic properties when administered parentally Nandrolone Decanoate is gradually released from the intramuscular depot and subsequently hydrolyzed into Nandrolone.

Indications
1) Nandrolone Decanoate is indicated in the treatment of anemia associated with renal insufficiency. 2) Certain cases of disseminated breast cancer in post-menopausal women and women without ovaries. 3) Osteoporosis due to androgen deficiency in hypogonadal males.

Contra-indications
-Contraindicated in infant, pregnancy & lactating mothers. -Carcinoma of prostate and carcinoma of male breast. -Contraindicated in nephrosis or the nephrotic phase of nephritis, cardiac and renal failure, hypercalcaemia, oedema, jaundice, liver disease with impaired bilirubin excretion, testicular and hepatic carcinoma. Nandrolone Decanoate is not intended for use in female patients other than those with disseminated breast cancer.

Dosage and directions for use
Nandrolone Decanoate injections should be administered intramuscularly, preferably deep into the gluteal muscle. When using Nandrolone Decanoate injections, an adequate iron intake is required for maximum response. If any solid matters separate out, it should be redissolved by warming before use. Adults Females: intramuscular, 50 to 100 mg given every one to four week. Males: intramuscular, 50 to 200 mg given every one to four week Note: When given at three to four week intervals, therapy may be continued for up to 12 weeks. If necessary, cycle may be repeated if second course is preceded by a four-week rest period. Children Children up to 2 years of age: Dosage might be determined by the physician. Children 2 to 13 years of age: Intramuscular, 25 to 50 mg every three to four weeks.