Overview

Ostarine is a type of drug called a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM). It's not approved by the FDA, but is sometimes found in supplements.

Ostarine attaches to proteins in the body known as androgen receptors. When ostarine binds to these receptors, it tells muscles to grow.

People use ostarine for athletic performance, involuntary weight loss due to illness, breast cancer, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Ostarine is an investigational drug and therefore not approved for any use by the US FDA. Despite this, it is still sometimes found in dietary supplements, particularly those marketed for bodybuilding. Ostarine, along with other SARMS, is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for OSTARINE overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Ostarine is possibly unsafe. It might cause liver damage and other serious side effects such as heart attack.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Ostarine is possibly unsafe. It might cause liver damage and other serious side effects such as heart attack.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if ostarine is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Liver problems: Ostarine might cause liver problems in some people. People with a history of liver problems should avoid ostarine.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for OSTARINE overview.

Dosing

Ostarine has most often been used by adults in doses of 3 mg by mouth daily for 12-16 weeks. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.

Keep in mind that ostarine is an unapproved drug. It is also banned by WADA and the NCAA.
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