What is Clenbuterol?
Some people use Clenbuterol for weight loss. Originally, Clenbuterol (full name: Clenbuterol Hydrochloride) was used as a decongestant. This steroid was given to asthmatic patients and those with bronchitis to give relief to their lungs. However, it was soon discovered as an alternative to the old weight loss drug ephedrine (popularly known as ‘phen phen’).
Although celebrities, body builders and even animals have widely used Clenbuterol to reduce fat and build lean muscle, it is illegal in the U.S. Not only is it illegal for humans to consume but animals are banned from ingesting it too. Yet, through the convenience of the Internet and easy access to the black market, Clenbuterol is still available to buy. Athletes such as Jessica Hardy, Erik Morales, and Katrin Krabbe were suspended when they tested positive for having traces of clenbuterol in their blood.