Brand Name: |
Astralean |
Generic Name: |
Clenbuterol HCL |
Form: |
Tablets |
Manufacturer: |
Alpha Pharma |
What is Astralean?
Astralean (Clenbuterol HCL) is a medicine that was originally developed as an asthma treatment. It help asthma sufferers by working as a bronchodilator and decongestant. Subsequently, clenbuterol is a favorite drug for athletes, bodybuilders and people looking to lose weight.
Clenbuterol was originally designed as an asthma medication. It worked as both a bronchodilator and decongestant. Its mechanism of action was similar to that of epinephrine or salbutamol. More recently, Clenbuterol has been used off-label by athletes and body-builders. The bronchodilatory effect in additon to several other effects of the drug lent itself towards performance enhancement and weight loss. Some results of clenbuterol that help promote weight loss and improve physcial performace are an increase in the body's core temperature and metabolic rate,an increase in = aerobic capacity and oxygen carrying capacity of the blood, an increase in central nervous system (CNS) stimulation, and an increase in blood pressure.
Clenbuterol is called a sympathomimetic amine. This means it mimics the effect of a neurotransmitter in the body. Clenbuterol is pharmacologially similar in some respects to epinephrine and salbutamol. The resulting effects of clenbuterol use are bronchodilation in the lungs, increased oxygen transportation, increase aerobic capacity, increased central nervous system stimulation (CNS stimulation) and increased blood pressure.
Clenbuterol can be used to treat asthma. It acts as a brochodilator and a decongestant, helping patients with their breathing.
Clenbuterol can help promote weight loss. There is an increase in the body's BMR (basal metabolic rate) and core temperature, and also increases the rate at which fat is burnt for energy.
Clenbuterol can be used for enhancing sports performance. Several physiological factors that clenbuterol causes will improved physical performance.
How is Astralean used?
Your doctor or health care provider will provide you with the best dosage for your condition. IT is generally advised to start at a low dosage and increase as necessary.
Adverse effects
Clenbuterol side effects are usually worst when you first start taking the drug. If they continue to worsen or do not disappear over time contact your doctor. Possible side effects are:
- headaches
- nervousness
- shaking or tremors
- insomnia
- increased sweat rate
- increases body core temperature
- increased heart rate
- hypertension (high blood pressure)
- palpitations
- breathing difficulties
- dry mouth
- muscle cramps
- tachycardia
- thyrotoxicosis
Contact a doctor immediately should side effects persist or worsen.
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