Stanozolol (Winstrol)
Evidence: ★★★☆☆ · Status: Controlled
In plain English
"Winny." Gives a hard, dry look for shows — at the cost of painful joints (dries them out), bad cholesterol, and liver strain.
How it works
DHT-derived, 17α-alkylated, non-aromatising; lowers SHBG sharply (raising free hormone), dry/hard look.
Molecular target & official sources
Stanozolol (PubChem CID 25249) · AR (NCBI Gene)
Watch out
Joint pain, hepatotoxicity, tendon injury risk.
Helps with: Build Muscle & Strength · Joint Health · Cardiovascular · Hormones & Testosterone
Stacks with
Shares a pathway — often paired with: Omega-3 (EPA/DHA), Vitamin D3 (+ K2), Testosterone (TRT), Finasteride / Dutasteride.
Availability & where to buy
Controlled substance. A controlled substance in most countries — illegal to buy, sell or possess without authorisation (in Singapore: HSA / CNB). Education only.
How it works: the Nuclear receptors pathway →
Common questions
Does Stanozolol (Winstrol) actually work?
Human-evidence rating: 3 of 5. "Winny." Gives a hard, dry look for shows — at the cost of painful joints (dries them out), bad cholesterol, and liver strain.
What are the risks or side effects of Stanozolol (Winstrol)?
Joint pain, hepatotoxicity, tendon injury risk.
Is Stanozolol (Winstrol) legal or approved?
Regulatory status: Controlled.