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Oxymetholone is as an oral treatment for anemias caused by deficiency in red blood cell production. Oxymetholone is both an anabolic and an androgenic steroid. Anabolic steroids are named for their ability to promote anabolism, or increased production of protein and lean body mass. The most androgenic steroid is testosterone, and all synthetics are indexed by comparison with testosterone. Oxymetholone is about one-half as androgenic as testosterone, more than most other synthetic steroids.
The recommended daily dose of oxymetholone in children and adults is 1-5 mg/kg of body weight per day. The usual effective dose is 1-2 mg/kg/day, but higher doses may be required, and the dose should be individualized.
For treatment of certain types of anemia:
* Adults, teenagers, children, and older infants: Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 1 to 5 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) (0.45 to 2.3 mg per pound) of body weight a day.
* Premature and newborn infants: Dose is based on body weight or size and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 0.175 mg per kg (0.08 mg per pound) of body weight once a day.
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