Anabolicum Vister

Anabolicum Vister is the brand name for the anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) quinbolone. It was previously marketed in Italy by the company Parke-Davis. Quinbolone is unique among oral anabolic steroids because it is not 17α-alkylated, which is a common modification that prevents a steroid from being broken down by the liver. Instead, it has a different chemical structure (a cyclopentenyl enol ether) that allows it to be orally bioavailable with less liver toxicity.

Once ingested, the inactive quinbolone is converted in the body into boldenone, which is the active compound responsible for its effects.

Side Effects and Benefits

Like all anabolic steroids, Anabolicum Vister's effects are a mix of anabolic (muscle-building) and androgenic (masculinizing) properties.

Potential Benefits:

• Increased muscle mass and strength: This is the primary reason for the illicit use of anabolic steroids by bodybuilders and athletes.

• Improved protein synthesis: Anabolic steroids increase the rate at which muscle cells synthesize protein, leading to muscle growth.

• Increased red blood cell production: This can improve endurance by increasing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.

• Faster recovery from workouts: Some users believe that steroids can help muscles recover more quickly from intense exercise.

Potential Side Effects:

The side effects of anabolic steroids can be severe and may be irreversible, especially with long-term, high-dose use.

• Hormonal:

  • In men: Testicular shrinkage, reduced sperm production, infertility, and development of breast tissue (gynecomastia).

  • In women: Masculinizing effects (virilization) such as deepening of the voice, increased body and facial hair, clitoral enlargement, and menstrual irregularities. Some of these effects are irreversible.

• Cardiovascular: Increased risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, and blood clots. Anabolic steroid use can also negatively affect cholesterol levels, increasing "bad" LDL cholesterol and decreasing "good" HDL cholesterol.

• Hepatic (Liver): While Anabolicum Vister was developed to be less liver toxic than other oral steroids, chronic use of any anabolic steroid can still cause liver damage, including tumors and blood-filled cysts (peliosis hepatis).

• Psychological: Mood swings, irritability, aggression ("roid rage"), and depression.

• Other: Severe acne, male pattern baldness, and stunted growth in adolescents.

Pros and Cons

Since Anabolicum Vister is no longer commercially available as a pharmaceutical and its illicit use is a topic related to controlled substances, a "pros and cons" list must be framed within the context of its purported effects and documented risks.

Pros (from the perspective of an illicit user):

• Potential for significant increases in muscle mass and strength.

• Can be taken orally, avoiding the need for injections.

Cons:

• Legality and Safety: Anabolicum Vister is a controlled substance and its use is illegal without a prescription. There are significant health risks associated with its use, especially when not under medical supervision.

• Side Effects: The wide range of potential side effects, from cosmetic issues like acne to life-threatening conditions like heart and liver disease, far outweighs any perceived benefits for non-medical use.

• Commercial Failure: It was never commercially successful because high doses were needed for a noticeable effect, and more effective and convenient alternatives were available.

Dosage and Frequency

There is no standard medical dosage for Anabolicum Vister as it is no longer prescribed. Information on dosages and cycles for illicit use is not medically sanctioned and can be extremely dangerous. However, based on the fact that it was not commercially successful due to the high doses required for androgenic effects, it is understood that a significant amount would be needed to produce noticeable results. The frequency and dosage would likely vary widely among users, but this information is not available in any reliable medical or scientific literature.

Half-Life and Detection Time

The half-life and detection time for Anabolicum Vister (quinbolone) are not readily available. However, since it is a prodrug that converts to boldenone, its detection would likely depend on the detection of boldenone and its metabolites. Boldenone itself has a long detection time, with metabolites detectable for months after the last use. The detection of any anabolic steroid is influenced by various factors, including the specific drug, dosage, frequency, and individual metabolism.

Sterogenic, Progestronic, and Prolactin Effects

• Sterogenic: Quinbolone is a synthetic steroidal androgen. Once it converts to boldenone, it is recognized by the body as an anabolic-androgenic steroid.

• Progestronic: Information regarding the progestronic activity of Anabolicum Vister (quinbolone) is not widely available. However, some anabolic steroids can have progestogenic effects, which can contribute to side effects like gynecomastia.

• Prolactin: Anabolic steroid use, particularly those with progestogenic activity, can sometimes lead to an increase in prolactin levels (hyperprolactinemia). Elevated prolactin can cause various side effects, including erectile dysfunction, reduced libido, and breast tissue enlargement in men (galactorrhea, or "milky discharge").

Anabolic Androgenic Ratio

The anabolic-androgenic ratio is a way to compare a steroid's muscle-building effects (anabolic) to its masculinizing effects (androgenic), with testosterone serving as the baseline at 1:1. The specific ratio for quinbolone is not widely documented. However, it is known that quinbolone itself has weak androgenic effects, with most of its effects resulting from its conversion to boldenone.