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oxymetholone - oral, Anadrol

GENERIC NAME: OXYMETHOLONE - ORAL (OX-i-METH-oh-lone)

BRAND NAME(S): Anadrol

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WARNING: This medication may rarely cause serious, sometimes life-threatening liver problems including cysts, tumors, or liver failure. Tell your doctor immediately if you have dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin, persistent nausea/vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, or unusual fatigue.

In addition, this medication may affect your cholesterol level and increase your risk of heart disease (atherosclerosis) or blood vessel problems.




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