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  • Anabolic Androgenic Steroids
  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone
  • Hypogonadism
  • Substance Withdrawal Syndrome
  • Testosterone

Anabolic Steroids

Anabolic steroids are synthetic derivatives of testosterone that have both medical applications and a high potential for misuse. These agents play a critical role in managing conditions such as primary hypogonadism, delayed male puberty, hypogonadotropic and idiopathic hypogonadism, Kallman syndrome, luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone deficiency, and dysfunction of the pituitary-hypothalamic axis. Despite their therapeutic benefits, anabolic steroids are frequently misused due to their ability to enhance muscle size and strength, which can lead to significant adverse effects and long-term health risks. This activity provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge about the appropriate diagnostic workup, dosing schedules, and monitoring strategies for anabolic steroid use. Key topics include the mechanism of action, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, adverse event profiles, and potential interactions. Guidance is also provided on recognizing signs of misuse and managing withdrawal symptoms effectively. By addressing these aspects, this activity supports the interprofessional team in ensuring the safe and appropriate use of anabolic steroids while mitigating risks associated with misuse and abuse.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 creditsNursingUp to 2 creditsPharmacyUp to 2 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 2 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 2 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 2 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 2 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 2 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 15 specialties.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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Listed by the provider

  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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