According to Drugs Information Online, nandrolone decanoate or Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid used to treat anemia caused by kidney failure. The kidneys stimulate red bone marrows to produce red blood cells, which are cells that re important in the process of transporting oxygen rich blood to body cells. Nandrolone is also used to treat osteoporosis and growth problems in children and adults. Nandrolone like any other drug has side effects.
Liver Failure
According to Steroiduse.org, frequent and long-term used of nandrolone decanoate may lead to liver failure. Nandrolone is metabolized in the liver. Constant exposure of the liver to nondralone decanaote leads to injury and inflammation of liver cells. Signs and symptoms of liver failure include yellowing of the eyes and skin, dark urine, clay colored stool, upper right abdominal pain, swollen abdomen, loss of appetite, itching and easy bruising.
Bladder Problems
Nandrolone decanoate is removed from the body by the kidneys. Drugs.com states that nandrolone decanoate may damage the kidney and bladder as it is excreted from the body. Signs and symptoms of bladder problems include increased urgency to urinate, difficulties urinating, burning sensation at the pelvic region, blood in urine and feeling that the bladder is still full even after urination.
Hypersensitivity
According to Drugs.com, some patients may experience severe allergic reactions to nandrolone decanoate and to any ingredients in the drug. Patients with previous histories of allergies to Nandrolone and other anabolic steroids should inform their doctors. Signs and symptoms of allergic reactions include breathing difficulties, swelling of the throat, mouth and tongue, chest tightness, itching, hives and rash, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
