Anabolic steroids are muscle builders; in contrast, catabolic steroids have a muscle-wasting effect. Here is a short list of those hormones’ natural origins, and associated benefits and risks:
Catabolic Steroids / GLUCOCORTICODIS:
Catabolic steroids are synthesized naturally in the adrenal glands, with the primary hormone being cortisol.
STRESS HORMONE CORTISOL
Endogenous cortisol is known as the “stress hormone” and helps mobilize energy resources during times of stress.
CATABOLIC STEROID BENEFITS:
Synthetic exogenous cortisol drugs are usually prescribed for their:
- anti-inflammatory properties
- insect bite allergic reaction
- hot spot
- anti-itching effect
- atopic and contact dermatitis
- immunosuppressive properties
- autoimmune disease
- cancer
- bulldog back, disc, and neurological disease
- IVDD
- Pain Control
CATABOLIC STEROID RISKS:
Bulldogs and French bulldogs treated with cortisone can suffer both mild and serious side effects, Examples are
- panting
- weight gain
- excessive drinking and eating
- thin skin
- chronic dermatitis
- recurrent UTI
- steroid hepatopathy
- diabetes
- iatrogenic Cushing Syndrome
CORTISOL COMMON RX
Prescribed synthetic cortisols include known generics such as
- pred
- dexamethasone
- methylpred
BULLY THERAPEUTIC STEROID SUBSTITUTES:
- Itching:
- Inflammation:
- Pain & Arthritis:
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Bulldog Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids are synthetic derivatives of the male hormone testosterone. Like all drugs, anabolic steroids should only be used after consulting a veterinarian.
ANABOLIC STEROID BENEFITS:
Synthetic derivatives of testosterone are primarily used to help your bulldog:
- add weight
- promote muscle growth
- increase strength
- improve appetite
- recovery from illness and surgery
ANABOLIC STEROID RISKS
Excessive use can lead to harmful side effects, including
- changes in sexual behavior
- testicular atrophy (in males)
- clitoral hypertrophy (in females)
- increase aggression
- liver damage
ANABOLIC STEROIDS AVAILABILITY
It’s important to note that while anabolic steroids are often associated with illicit use in humans, they also have legitimate medical uses, particularly in veterinary medicine. These uses are strictly regulated to prevent misuse and abuse.
In some cases, these anabolic steroids may need to be obtained from compounding pharmacies due to their limited availability in standard veterinary pharmaceuticals.
Bulldog Steroid Monitoring
To ensure the health and well-being of your bulldog, anabolic and catabolic steroids must be carefully monitored by a veterinarian
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