Testosterone

Testosterone

Testosterone is the main male sex hormone, androgen, has pronounced anabolic properties: it increases muscle mass, accelerates protein synthesis. It is secreted by the Leydig cells of the testes in men, and also in small amounts by the ovaries in women and the adrenal cortex in both sexes. It is a product of peripheral metabolism. In bodybuilding, artificial testosterone preparations are very often used.

Effects of Testosterone

Increase in muscle mass; Testosterone is involved in the development of male genital organs, secondary sexual characteristics: a deep voice, masculine facial features, male-type hair, and so on; Provides spermatogenesis and sexual behavior; Stimulation of erythropoiesis and android distribution of subcutaneous fatty tissue; Influences nitrogen and phosphorus metabolism; In a 2017 study, testosterone was seen to have a protective effect against asthma in mice.

Side effects

Increased blood pressure Hemoconcentration (blood thickening) The possibility of blood clots in arterial and venous vessels. Water accumulation (edema) Masculinization Aggression, irritability, agitation Alopecia (baldness of the scalp) Acne (acne) Insomnia.

Testosterone preparations

The following dosage forms are produced:

Sustanon Omnadren Testosterone Propionate Testosterone Phenyl Propionate Testosterone Enanthate Testosterone Cypionate

Prohibition of free sale in a pharmacy

Since August 16, 2014, a new list of medicines subject to quantitative accounting has been in force in Russia.[5] Almost all injectable testosterone preparations were banned:

"Testosterone propionate" (solution for intramuscular injection) "Andriol TK" (capsules) "Nebido" (solution for testosterone undecanoate for intramuscular injection) "Sustanon-250" (solution for intramuscular injection) "Omnadren-250" (solution for intramuscular injection) .

Interesting Facts

A study by French scientists showed that men who eat spicy food have higher testosterone levels, and therefore increased sexual activity. The results of this work are presented in the journal Physiology & Behavior.[6]

A study[7] conducted on 1113 men showed that marital status plays an important role in a man's hormonal background. Testosterone drops significantly after marriage. This is associated with the evolutionary mechanism of limiting the search activity of a new partner and greater commitment to the family.

A warning

"Attention" Anabolic drugs can only be used as prescribed by a doctor and are contraindicated in children. The information provided does not encourage the use or distribution of potent substances and is solely aimed at reducing the risk of complications and side effects.