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Anabolic Steroids

Other names

'roids'

Product names include: Sustanon 250, Deca-Durabolin, Dianbol, Anavar, Stanozolol

What is looks like & 
how it is taken

Tablets which are swallowed

Liquids which are injected

The effects

With exercise, can help build up muscle

Helps user recover from strenuous exercise

The health risks

Can stop young people growing properly

Risks for men include: erection problems, breast growth, shrinking testicles, sterility, acne, increased chance of liver failure and heart attack

Risks for women include: growth of facial hair, deepening voice, shrinking breasts, possible miscarriage and stillbirth

Can only be sold lawfully by a pharmacist to someone with a doctor's prescription

Supply is illegal and Class C penalties apply

Can become violent

Legal Status

Class C penalties may apply even if you give someone the drugs and don't ask for money in return

Penalties

Possession: 2 years and a fine
Supply: 5 years and a fine

 

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