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Hong Kong doctors warn against unprescribed drugs for muscle growth, citing toxic effects

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Taking unprescribed drugs to boost muscle growth could damage one’s organs or even lead to heart failure, Hong Kong public doctors have warned, as they insist there is no safe short cut for bodybuilding or athletic training. Medications that claim to offer slimming or beautifying effects could also lead to toxicity in the body and other side effects, including mental disorder. The plea came during a two-day annual convention by the Hospital Authority enabling doctors to share their...

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