Arimistane
Alternate names: Estrovade
Background
Arimistane is a chemical known as an aromatase inhibitor. It increases testosterone levels in the body. It is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Arimistane 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. Arimistane might also be unsafe.
Arimistane 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. Arimistane might also be unsafe.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: Arimistane is possibly unsafe for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include liver and kidney damage, behavioral changes, hair loss, and others.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Arimistane is possibly unsafe for people who are pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid using.Effectiveness
Effective Effectiveness definitions
There is interest in using arimistane for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Dosing & administration
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of arimistane 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.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Arimistane - [FAST FACTS] interacts with any medicines. Before taking Arimistane - [FAST FACTS], talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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