S-23
S-23

Background

S-23 is a type of chemical known as a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM). It mimics the activity of testosterone in the body.

S-23 is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

S-23 is used to increase energy, improve athletic performance, increase muscle growth, and for other uses, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use. S-23 might also be unsafe.
When taken by mouth: S-23 is possibly unsafe for most people when taken by mouth. Side effects include liver damage, heart attack, stroke, and others.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: S-23 is possibly unsafe when pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid using.

Effectiveness

There is interest in using S-23 for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
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Dosing & administration

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of S-23 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 S-23 - [FAST FACTS] interacts with any medicines. Before taking S-23 - [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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