Stanozolol is a synthetic anabolic androgenic steroid derived from dihydrotestosterone (DHT), widely known for its non-medical use to enhance physical performance and increase muscle mass. In legitimate therapeutic contexts, Stanozolol is used, for example, in the treatment of hereditary angioedema. However, due to its anabolic effects, it is a banned substance by sports agencies such as WADA, and is associated with significant health risks, including hepatotoxicity (liver damage) and androgenic effects.