Citation

White ND, Noeun J. Am. J. Lifestyle Med. 2017; 11(2): 122-124.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2017, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/1559827616680593

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Despite inconclusive efficacy data and concerning safety data, the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in the adolescent population is on the rise. Anabolic-androgenic steroids, growth hormones, stimulants, and erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are among the most widely known and studied prescription PEDs in the adolescent population. The purpose of this article is to describe the proposed mechanism of action, efficacy and adverse effects of these agents as well as discuss prevention measures and treatment considerations for those patients at risk for, considering, or currently using PEDs.

Language: en