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July 2022 PMID 35842594

Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market - a systematic review and meta-analysis on qualitative and quantitative analytical results found within the literature.

Raphael Magnolini, Luis Falcato, Alessio Cremonesi, Dominique Schori, Philip Bruggmann

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Peak: 7 in Jul 2022
across 4 sources since Jul 2022

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Jul 2022 – Jul 2025

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What people are saying

These discussions reflect a strong consensus on the problematic nature of black market steroids, with many citing the statistics that approximately 36-37% of the substances are counterfeit or substandard. The tone combines concern and informational detail, emphasizing the health dangers and encouraging social sharing to spread awareness.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions clearly support the findings, emphasizing the high prevalence of counterfeit steroids, which aligns with the article's main conclusion.

InterestModerate interest

The focus on percentages and health risks shows moderate interest, especially among users concerned about safety and authenticity.

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Participants reference specific data points and share opinions about the implications, indicating a thoughtful level of engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

Given the focus on health risks and the widespread nature of the issue, the discussions underscore the potential high impact of the findings on public health and drug enforcement.

Abstract in brief

  • This review analyzes studies on fake anabolic steroids found on the black market, focusing on their quality and authenticity, and reports that about 37-38% of these drugs are counterfeit or substandard.
  • Most of the samples studied were seized by authorities and came from the Americas and Europe, with many containing no active ingredients, incorrect ingredients, or different amounts than what is labeled.
  • The research highlights the risks associated with black market steroids, emphasizing the high variability and quality issues, which can pose health dangers to users.
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Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

Meta-analysis: 36% of black market steroids

Jun 21, 2023 · 21 likes · 4 shares · 7,833 followers View post →
Daniel Richter | StrengthLog
@strengthlogapp · X

36% of anabolic steroids on the black market are fake, and an additional 37% are of substandard quality.

Aug 13, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 5,790 followers View post →
Dr Staak
@DrStaak · X

Então se você chegou até aqui, manda esse post para aquele seu colega que insiste em dizer que o fornecedor dele “é de confiança” Referências: doi: 10.1186/s12889-022-13734-4. doi: 10.1002/dta.30

Apr 23, 2023 · 3 likes · 749 followers View post →
Views on Drugs
@ViewsOnDrugsBot · X

Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market - a systematic review and meta-analysis on qualitative and quantitative analytical results found within the literature 1/5 https://t.co/DtJ0Kq9VsU

Jul 19, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,051 followers View post →
Dr. Samuel Iff
@EpiOccDoc · X

Rund 1/3 der Anabolika auf dem Schwarzmarkt sind fake, 1/3 falsch dosiert/ angeschrieben und 1/3 ist okay. https://t.co/qaWhqfyuH8

Jul 17, 2022 · 1 like · 567 followers View post →
Shell
@ashellcollector · X

@flameswallower @GeneKlain This study found that 36% of seized anabolic steroids were adulterated and a further 37% were of substandard quality. https://t.co/ytImPsRexz

Mar 8, 2023 · 1 like · 64 followers View post →

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@bgehob3n https://t.co/QIUhgPgZBQ

Jul 3, 2025 · 297 followers View post →
Quachil Liquip evtsvk Naculcke
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Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market – a systematic review and meta-analysis on qualitative and quantitative analytical results found within the literature | BMC Public Health | Full Text https://t.co/NgT7utdRFs

May 12, 2025 · 74 followers View post →
Tony Boutagy, PhD
@TonyBoutagy · X

Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market – a systematic review and meta-analysis on qualitative and quantitative analytical results found within the literature https://t.co/vXfovcD5Vi

Jul 1, 2023 · 1,303 followers View post →
Argón
@metilargon · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: 36% of black market steroids

Jun 21, 2023 · 4 shares · 351 followers View post →
H. W. P.
@Hong_Physio · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: 36% of black market steroids

Jun 21, 2023 · 4 shares · 104 followers View post →
Workout School
@school_workout · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: 36% of black market steroids

Jun 21, 2023 · 4 shares · 31 followers View post →
Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

Meta-analysis: 36% of black market steroids

Jun 21, 2023 · 21 likes · 4 shares · 7,833 followers View post →
Dr Staak
@DrStaak · X

Então se você chegou até aqui, manda esse post para aquele seu colega que insiste em dizer que o fornecedor dele “é de confiança” Referências: doi: 10.1186/s12889-022-13734-4. doi: 10.1002/dta.30

Apr 23, 2023 · 3 likes · 749 followers View post →
Live Long and PrEP
@LLAPrEP · X

Update on this: metanalysis found 36% of black market anabolic steroids were totally counterfeit, 37% were substandard. So you have a 27% chance of actually getting what you paid for https://t.co/gPf7vdhbGo https://t.co/tpEAmTEwhF

Mar 13, 2023 · 168 followers View post →
Shell
@ashellcollector · X

@flameswallower @GeneKlain This study found that 36% of seized anabolic steroids were adulterated and a further 37% were of substandard quality. https://t.co/ytImPsRexz

Mar 8, 2023 · 1 like · 64 followers View post →
Views on Drugs
@ViewsOnDrugsBot · X

RT @ViewsOnDrugsBot: Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market - a systematic review and meta-analysis on qualitative and quant…

Oct 3, 2022 · 1 share · 2,051 followers View post →
John Sporrong
@postsjuan · X

RT @strengthlogapp: 36% of anabolic steroids on the black market are fake, and an additional 37% are of substandard quality.

Aug 13, 2022 · 1 share · 7,421 followers View post →
Daniel Richter | StrengthLog
@strengthlogapp · X

36% of anabolic steroids on the black market are fake, and an additional 37% are of substandard quality.

Aug 13, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 5,790 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @Prison_Health: Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market – a systematic review & meta-analysis on qualitative & quantitativ…

Jul 22, 2022 · 1 share · 6,707 followers View post →
Prison_Health
@Prison_Health · X

Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market – a systematic review & meta-analysis on qualitative & quantitative analytical results The overall mean estimate for counterfeit anabolic steroids found on the black market was 36% https://t.co/raC6IiQk38 https://t.co/UzlpXpxwj4

Jul 22, 2022 · 1 share · 19,225 followers View post →
Views on Drugs
@ViewsOnDrugsBot · X

Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market - a systematic review and meta-analysis on qualitative and quantitative analytical results found within the literature 1/5 https://t.co/DtJ0Kq9VsU

Jul 19, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,051 followers View post →
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@inplasy · X

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Jul 17, 2022 · 115 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @Prison_Health: Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market – a systematic review & meta-analysis on qualitative & quantitativ…

Jul 17, 2022 · 1 share · 6,707 followers View post →
Prison_Health
@Prison_Health · X

Fake anabolic androgenic steroids on the black market – a systematic review & meta-analysis on qualitative & quantitative analytical results The overall mean estimate for counterfeit anabolic steroids found on the black market was 36% https://t.co/raC6Ij7UUG https://t.co/yxxoPhht3V

Jul 17, 2022 · 1 share · 19,225 followers View post →
Dr. Samuel Iff
@EpiOccDoc · X

Rund 1/3 der Anabolika auf dem Schwarzmarkt sind fake, 1/3 falsch dosiert/ angeschrieben und 1/3 ist okay. https://t.co/qaWhqfyuH8

Jul 17, 2022 · 1 like · 567 followers View post →