stanozolol /stənō″zəlol/ , an androgenic anabolic steroid. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of hereditary angioedema. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Cancer of the breast or prostate, nephrosis, pregnancy, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the most serious adverse effects are various androgenic effects in males and females, hypoestrogenic effects in females, and allergic reactions. GI disturbances may also occur.
