Prescribed off-label to counteract muscle-wasting syndrome associated with HIV/AIDS.
Anavar, the former brand name for the drug , is an oral synthetic anabolic steroid derived from dihydrotestosterone (DHT) . Originally developed in 1962, it is known for having high anabolic activity with relatively weak androgenic (masculinizing) effects, earning it a reputation as a "mild" steroid. Medical Uses and History ANAVAR
Oxandrolone was FDA-approved to treat conditions characterized by involuntary weight loss and muscle wasting. ANAVAR
Helps relieve bone pain and increase bone density in patients with osteoporosis. ANAVAR
Used to improve body composition and muscle strength in patients with severe burns.