Evidence supporting the use of: Methylclostebol
For the health condition: Muscle Tone (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Methylclostebol is a synthetic anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS), structurally related to testosterone. Its primary mechanism of action involves binding to androgen receptors, promoting protein synthesis, and enhancing nitrogen retention in muscle tissue. These effects can result in increased muscle mass and improved muscle tone, especially in individuals suffering from muscle wasting or catabolic conditions. Methylclostebol and similar AAS compounds have been used in clinical settings to treat conditions characterized by muscle loss, such as severe injury, chronic illness, or age-related sarcopenia. However, methylclostebol itself is not widely approved for medical use and is more commonly encountered in the context of performance enhancement and bodybuilding. There is scientific rationale and limited historical use for anabolic steroids in the treatment of muscle wasting conditions, but robust clinical trials specifically evaluating methylclostebol are lacking. Most of the evidence comes from studies on related anabolic steroids, which have demonstrated efficacy in increasing lean body mass and improving muscle tone in certain populations. The use of methylclostebol for this purpose is therefore based on extrapolation from the known effects of other AAS, rather than direct clinical evidence. Additionally, the use of methylclostebol carries significant risks, including liver toxicity, hormonal imbalances, and cardiovascular complications. As a result, its use is generally not recommended outside of controlled medical supervision.
Other ingredients used for Muscle Tone (lack of)
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
beet
branched-chain amino acids
calcium
caterpillar mushroom
cissus quadrangularis
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
fish protein
l-isoleucine
l-arginine
l-carnitine
l-citrulline
l-leucine
l-valine
maca
magnesium
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
phytocannabinoids
potassium
sardines
black ginger
tongkat ali
Urolithin A
vitamin D
whey protein
atractylodes
cistanche
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
camphor oil
chickpea protein
brown rice protein
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
Aralia
Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate
Antler
Arginine Creatine
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
Algal protein
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Animal protein
Beef Protein
Beef
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
beta-lactoglobulin
Banyan
Ba Ji Tian
BCAA
Casein
Chinese Silkvine
Chinese Mountain Ant
Cyathula
Chuchuhuasi
Creatine
Chicken
Deer Velvet
Egg
Ecdysteroids
Ecdysterone
Egg protein
Isoleucine
Milk Protein
Quinoa Protein
salt