CFM prohibits prescription of anabolic steroids for aesthetic and performance purposes

Recently, the Federal Council of Medicine (CFM) announced the maintenance of the medical prescription of hormonal therapies with androgenic and anabolic steroids (AAS) with aesthetics, to gain muscle mass. This measure is an attempt to combat the misuse of these substances, which can pose serious health risks.

EAA hormone therapies are commonly used to treat specific medical conditions such as testosterone deficiency. However, many people have used these substances illegally to obtain aesthetic gains, such as building muscle mass.

The use of EAA without medical supervision can have serious health consequences, including liver damage, cardiovascular disease, kidney problems, infertility, acne, baldness, among others. In addition, the use of these substances can lead to negative psychological effects, such as mood swings, aggression and depression.

The protection of the medical prescription of hormone therapies with AAS with aesthetics is an important measure to protect the health of individuals and curb the misuse of these substances. The CFM's decision complies with current legislation, which already prohibits the sale and use of AAS without a medical prescription.

It should be noted that it does not affect the legitimate use of hormone therapies with AAS for medical purposes, when prescribed by a specialist physician. The purpose of the measure is to prevent people without specific clinical conditions from using these substances to obtain aesthetic gains, working their health at risk.

In summary, the protection of medical prescriptions for hormone therapies with aesthetically pleasing AAS is an important measure to protect public health and combat the misuse of these substances. It is essential that the population is aware of the risks associated with the use of AAS without medical supervision and seeks safe and healthy alternatives to achieve their aesthetic goals.