Mentabolan is a type of chemical known as a prohormone. It is converted in the body to testosterone and other sex hormones.
Mentabolan is used for weight loss, to improve athletic performance, to reduce sexual problems, and for other uses, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use. Mentabolan might also be unsafe.
Mentabolan is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Uses & Effectiveness
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Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Mentabolan is possibly unsafe for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include liver damage, infertility, behavioral changes, hair loss, and others.
Special Precautions and Warnings
When taken by mouth: Mentabolan is possibly unsafe for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include liver damage, infertility, behavioral changes, hair loss, and others.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Mentabolan is possibly unsafe when pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid using.
Interactions
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Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of mentabolan might be. 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 a healthcare professional before using.
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