URGENTE: Proibição da prescrição dos anabolizantes no Brasil

O Conselho Federal de Medicina proíbe prescrição de anabolizantes para fins estéticos e desempenho esportivo

In this video, the speaker discusses the recent decision by the Conselho Federal de Medicina (CFM) to prohibit the prescription of anabolic steroids for aesthetic purposes and sports performance. The speaker emphasizes that steroids were not created for these purposes but rather as traditional medicines for therapeutic use.

Anabolic Steroids are Traditional Medicines

• Most anabolic steroids are traditional medicines used to treat various health problems such as muscular dystrophy, degenerative diseases, and other health issues.

• Steroids were not created for aesthetic or sports performance purposes but rather to cure or reverse a disorder.

• The use of steroids was diverted to synthetic performance-enhancing drugs and muscle gain.

CFM Prohibits Prescription of Anabolic Steroids

• Six medical societies sent a joint letter requesting that CFM regulate the use of anabolic steroids for aesthetic and performance purposes.

• According to the new regulation, doctors are prohibited from prescribing any formulation of testosterone in patients without a hormone deficiency diagnosis except in situations provided by other norms.

• Doctors cannot prescribe formulations of anabolic steroids or androgenic hormones for aesthetic purposes unless there is a medical condition that requires their use.

Prohibition of Hormone Therapy for Aesthetic Purposes

The Brazilian government has prohibited the prescription and use of hormones for aesthetic purposes. This includes bioidentical hormones, selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs), and any therapy involving hormone use to enhance athletic performance or muscle gain.

Prohibited Hormones

• Bioidentical hormones, such as testosterone gel, are prohibited.

• Selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs) are also prohibited for any indication.

• Courses, events, and advertising promoting the benefits of hormone therapy for aesthetic purposes are banned.

Consequences

• Doctors cannot post pictures or promote hormone therapy on social media for aesthetic purposes.

• Athletes who continue to promote steroid use on social media will face consequences.

• The joint letter from medical societies aims to educate both healthcare professionals and the public about the dangers of using hormones for aesthetic purposes.

Lack of Evidence

• There is no data showing an increase in hospital admissions due to complications from hormone use.

• There is no scientific evidence proving that following medical practices when using hormones will prevent negative consequences.

Individualized Hormone Treatment

The speaker discusses the importance of individualized hormone treatment and how it differs from the standardized approach in the US.

Importance of Individualized Treatment

• In Brazil, doctors analyze health exams and prescribe steroids only if they are safe for the patient.

• This personalized approach is important because each person has unique characteristics that should be taken into account.

• In contrast, in the US, hormone treatment is legal but follows a standardized approach that does not consider individual differences.

Negative Consequences of Banning Steroids

The speaker discusses the negative consequences of banning steroids and how it can lead to illegal use and harm to public health.

Negative Consequences

• Banning steroids can lead to people seeking them out illegally instead of going through a doctor.

• This can result in an increase in underground labs producing unsafe hormones, which can harm public health.

• Additionally, this puts a strain on public healthcare systems as people who use these unsafe hormones may require medical attention.

• The decision to ban steroids is therefore seen as short-sighted and not taking into account the potential benefits of legalizing their use.

Conclusion

The speaker concludes by expressing disappointment at the decision to ban steroids and invites viewers to visit him at an upcoming event.

Final Thoughts

• The speaker expresses disappointment at the decision to ban steroids and sees it as a setback for scientific progress.

• He invites viewers to visit him at an upcoming event.