Oxandrolone vs Rosuvastatin
Well Studied vs FDA Approved
compatible Researched · 90% Rosuvastatin is commonly co-administered with oxandrolone (Anavar) to counteract the significant lipid damage caused by this oral AAS. Oxandrolone is well known to suppress HDL by 40-50% and elevate LDL substantially. While rosuvastatin effectively addresses the LDL elevation, it only partially mitigates HDL suppression. Starting rosuvastatin before or concurrently with oxandrolone is recommended rather than waiting for bloodwork to deteriorate.
Molecular Data
Oxandrolone Rosuvastatin
Weight 306.44 Da 481.54 Da
Half-life ~9-10 hours ~19 hours
Type 17-alpha-alkylated anabolic-androgenic steroid (C19H30O3) Synthetic statin (C22H28FN3O6S-Ca)
Key Benefits
Oxandrolone
01 Promotes lean muscle mass gains with minimal water retention
02 Supports recovery of lost body weight following surgery, trauma, or chronic illness
03 Reduces bone pain associated with osteoporosis and improves bone mineral density
04 Does not aromatize to estrogen, avoiding estrogen-related side effects
05 Well-studied safety profile in women, children, and burn patients
06 Enhances nitrogen retention and protein synthesis during caloric deficit
07 Attenuates glucocorticoid-induced catabolism in post-surgical and burn patients
08 Lower androgenic potency compared to most oral anabolic steroids
Rosuvastatin
01 Most potent statin available, with LDL reductions of 45-63% depending on dose
02 Long half-life (19 hours) allows flexible once-daily dosing at any time of day
03 Effective at counteracting AAS-induced lipid disturbances, particularly elevated LDL
04 Significant reduction in high-sensitivity CRP (30-50%), indicating anti-inflammatory benefit
05 Hydrophilic structure provides hepatic selectivity with potentially fewer muscle side effects
06 Raises HDL cholesterol by 8-14%, partially offsetting AAS-mediated HDL suppression
07 Proven cardiovascular event and mortality reduction in large-scale clinical trials
08 Reduces triglycerides by 10-35%, beneficial during bulking phases or when using compounds that elevate TG
Side Effects
Oxandrolone
HDL cholesterol suppression (dose-dependent, most significant lipid effect)
LDL cholesterol elevation
Mild hepatic stress (elevated liver enzymes ALT/AST)
Suppression of endogenous testosterone production
Mild headaches
Nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort
Changes in libido (increase or decrease depending on hormonal context)
Oily skin and mild acne
Rosuvastatin
Muscle pain and myalgia (5-10% of users) -- the most frequently reported complaint, ranging from mild soreness to significant discomfort
Headache
Nausea and abdominal discomfort
Weakness or fatigue
Constipation or diarrhea
Contraindications
Known or suspected prostate cancer
Breast cancer in males
Breast cancer with hypercalcemia in females
Pregnancy (Category X - known to cause fetal harm)
Nephrosis or nephrotic phase of nephritis
Hypercalcemia
Severe hepatic dysfunction or active liver disease
Hypersensitivity to oxandrolone or any formulation component
Active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations in hepatic transaminases
Known hypersensitivity to rosuvastatin or any excipients
Pregnancy and breastfeeding (Category X -- statins are teratogenic)
Concomitant use with cyclosporine (at all doses of rosuvastatin)
Severe renal impairment (eGFR <30 mL/min) for doses above 10 mg
Research Evidence
Oxandrolone Rosuvastatin
Status Well Studied FDA Approved
References 5 studies 4 studies
Latest September 2023 2023
FDA Approved Yes Yes
This comparison is for educational and research purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before use.