nandrolone /nan″drəlōn/ , an anabolic steroid. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed to treat metastatic breast cancer in females and to increase hemoglobin and red cell mass in the management of the anemia of renal insufficiency. It increases hemoglobin and red cell mass. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Cancer of the male breast or prostate, liver disease, pregnancy, nephrosis, suspected pregnancy, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the most serious adverse effects are various endocrine disturbances, depending on the patient’s age. Hirsutism, acne, liver toxicity, masculinization, and electrolyte imbalances also occur.
