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M1-4ADD [FAST FACTS]

Description

M1-4ADD is a type of chemical known as a prohormone. It is converted in the body to testosterone and other sex hormones.

M1-4ADD 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. M1-4ADD might also be unsafe.

M1-4ADD is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Is It Effective?

Effective

There is interest in using M1-4ADD for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.

Is it Safe?

Safety

When taken by mouth: M1-4ADD is possibly unsafe for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include liver damage, infertility, behavioral changes, hair loss, and others.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: M1-4ADD is possibly unsafe when pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid using.

Drug interactions

It is not known if M1-4ADD [FAST FACTS] interacts with any medicines. Before taking M1-4ADD [FAST FACTS], talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.

Herb interactions

There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.

Food interactions

There are no known interactions with foods.

Dosage

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of M1-4ADD 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.

Other names

17a-methyl-androsta-1,4-diene-3b,17b-diol, M1 4ADD, M1,4ADD.

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