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By Cathy Wong, About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine

FDA Warning on Androstenedione (Andro)

Thursday May 27, 2004
Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a crackdown on products containing androstenedione, commonly known as "andro." The products are marketed over the counter as dietary supplements that enhance athletic performance. In the body, androstenedione is converted into testosterone and estrogen. Learn more about androstenedione and the FDA's warning.

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