A case of affective disorder associated with the misuse of 'anabolic steroids'.
In the pursuit of gains in muscle size and strength, body-builders may mistakenly use illicit drugs believing them to be anabolic steroids. The case described illustrates the physical and psychological dangers of such behaviour.
Perry
H M
HM
Department of Public Health Medicine, West Glamorgan Health Authority, Swansea, UK.
Hughes
G W
GW
D000328:Adult; D000341:Affective Disorders, Psychotic / Q000139:chemically induced*; D045930:Anabolic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004300:Doping in Sports; D006220:Haloperidol / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000031:analogs & derivatives*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014891:Weight Lifting
D045930:Anabolic Agents; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents; C033563:haloperidol decanoate; D006220:Haloperidol