June 2008 PMID 18500378

Pharmacology of anabolic steroids.

A T Kicman

Mentions

30
Peak: 1 in Apr 2020
across 7 sources since Apr 2020

Extended reach

20,697
potential audience

Total likes

507

Video views

18,639

Mentions per month

Apr 2020 – Dec 2025

Where it's discussed

  • Facebook9 posts
  • News6 articles
  • X / Twitter5 posts
  • Blogs4 articles
  • Reddit3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Bluesky1 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several comments demonstrate curiosity or brief engagement, such as the mention of structural changes to testosterone for maximizing anabolic effects, highlighting genuine interest in the scientific details. Conversely, some responses, like the humorous remark questioning understanding, suggest skepticism or casual engagement, which moderates the perceived depth and impact of the discussions.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed reactions, with some skepticism about the details and some neutral or supportive comments, leading to a neutral agreement score.

InterestModerate interest

Most comments indicate a moderate interest — some want to learn more about the pharmacology, but others dismiss or question the content.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are engaging with the material by referencing specific concepts like structural changes in testosterone, showing a deeper curiosity beyond superficial mentions.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall influence of these discussions appears limited, as they mainly reflect academic curiosity and casual reactions without broad societal or health-related implications.

Abstract in brief

  • Anabolic steroids have been used by athletes and bodybuilders to enhance muscle growth and strength, and are now being explored for medical uses like treating muscle loss due to chronic illnesses or aging, though their effectiveness for these purposes still needs validation.
  • In sports, anabolic steroids improve performance, particularly in women, but carry significant risks such as virilization, and their use remains a common form of doping that can have serious health consequences.
  • Scientific research suggests that steroids work by interacting with androgen receptors and reducing inflammation related to glucocorticoids, and despite attempts to create designer steroids to evade drug tests, health risks and unethical use continue to be concerns that should not be underestimated.]

Top posts

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Alison Zhitkov
@ZhitkovAlison · X

I wanted to learn more about anabolic steroids, so I found this article:https://t.co/dIruif7u5i I learned that there can be structural changes to testosterone that try to maximize the anabolic effect & minimize the androgenic. @DrHaussmann #BucknellOrganismalBiology https://t.co/KFnaUBgjjR

Apr 28, 2020 · 1 like · 3 followers View post →
Andrea
@andi_ndr1 · X

Anabolic Agents: Steroids and Nonsteroidal Agents (Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids, 2016). Questo libro descrive come solo la somministrazione regolare e in dosi significative sia necessaria per ottenere miglioramenti atletici. #Sinner

Aug 24, 2024 · 1,904 followers View post →
Jim Helphenstine
@Dr_Jim57 · X

@BleacherReport @jake_browning Why is this funny? Even if it's true, do you not understand the pharmacology of anabolic steroids? SMH

Dec 16, 2023 · 89 followers View post →
Au_Pharmacist
@au_pharmacist · X

The pharmacology of anabolic steroids https://t.co/kWvxLAJw5J https://t.co/Vp5x3tksCk

Jun 15, 2024 · 31 followers View post →
Au_Pharmacist
@au_pharmacist · X

The pharmacology of anabolic steroids https://t.co/IKW36tHaUl

Jul 7, 2023 · 31 followers View post →
Chaos Theory
@chaostheory314159.bsky.social · Bluesky

Pharmacology of anabolic steroids. #pharmacology #medicine #biology bpspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Dec 1, 2025 View post →

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Chaos Theory
@chaostheory314159.bsky.social · Bluesky

Pharmacology of anabolic steroids. #pharmacology #medicine #biology bpspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Dec 1, 2025 View post →
Andrea
@andi_ndr1 · X

Anabolic Agents: Steroids and Nonsteroidal Agents (Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids, 2016). Questo libro descrive come solo la somministrazione regolare e in dosi significative sia necessaria per ottenere miglioramenti atletici. #Sinner

Aug 24, 2024 · 1,904 followers View post →
Au_Pharmacist
@au_pharmacist · X

The pharmacology of anabolic steroids https://t.co/kWvxLAJw5J https://t.co/Vp5x3tksCk

Jun 15, 2024 · 31 followers View post →
Jim Helphenstine
@Dr_Jim57 · X

@BleacherReport @jake_browning Why is this funny? Even if it's true, do you not understand the pharmacology of anabolic steroids? SMH

Dec 16, 2023 · 89 followers View post →
Au_Pharmacist
@au_pharmacist · X

The pharmacology of anabolic steroids https://t.co/IKW36tHaUl

Jul 7, 2023 · 31 followers View post →
Alison Zhitkov
@ZhitkovAlison · X

I wanted to learn more about anabolic steroids, so I found this article:https://t.co/dIruif7u5i I learned that there can be structural changes to testosterone that try to maximize the anabolic effect & minimize the androgenic. @DrHaussmann #BucknellOrganismalBiology https://t.co/KFnaUBgjjR

Apr 28, 2020 · 1 like · 3 followers View post →