Nandrolone Decanoate

Nandrolone Decanoate is a medicine used in the treatment of osteoporosis in post- menopausal women. It helps strengthen the bones which become thin and brittle due to osteoporosis.

Nandrolone Decanoate is generally given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as edema (swelling of legs, ankle, and feet), fluid retention, nausea, acne, and breast enlargement. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.

• Treatment of Post menopausal osteoporosis

Treatment of Post menopausal osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause (end of a woman's menstrual cycles) and is known as post-menopausal osteoporosis. Nandrolone Decanoate helps to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. It also helps maintain bone density and reduces your risk of bone fracture. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nancad

• Edema (swelling)
• Nausea
• Breast enlargement
• Acne

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Nandrolone Decanoate is an anabolic steroid which mimics the effect of male hormone (testosterone). It works by strengthening the bones which become thin and fragile due to osteoporosis.

• You have been prescribed Nandrolone Decanoate for the treatment of osteoporosis in women after menopause.
• It is given as an injection into muscle of upper arm or leg by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you develop male characteristics such as hoarseness, increased hair growth, acne and increased sex drive.
• Do not take Nandrolone Decanoate if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

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