OSTARINE (MK-2866) DESCRIPTION
Ostarine (also marked as MK-2866, Enobosarm and GTx-024) is a oral, nonsteroidal and Selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM), that was developed for treatment of conditions such as muscle wasting and osteoporosis (a health condition that weakens bones). In a phase 2a study, Ostarine was shown to increase lean body mass, decrease fat mass, and to modestly improve the homeostatic model assessment (HOMA), a measure of insulin sensitivity. It is the most and best clinically tested SARM to date. Ostarine has chemical formula C19H14F3N3O3, molecular mass 389.33 g.mol−1 and prolonged elimination half-life 24 hours.
Ostarine (MK-2866, Enobosarm) chemical structure
OSTARINE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT
OSTARINE MAY BE USEFUL IN THE TREATMENT OF DIABETES
In the same clinical study (in 2007-2008) Ostarine also significantly reduced fasting glucose levels, and a trend toward reduction in blood insulin was observed. These effects resulted in a decrease in insulin resistance from baseline in the 1-mg and 3-mg treatment groups calculated based on the HOMA-IR. Of note, such decrease in insulin resistance was similar to that observed with metformin and glipizide, drugs used in the treatment of diabetes. Low levels of testosterone in men are associated with insulin resistance and type II diabetes, while testosterone therapy is known to improve metabolic parameters. This observation may have potential implications for the use of Ostarine in prediabetic or diabetic individuals, as commonly seen in patients with chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or metabolic syndrome. Compared to placebo, Ostarine also decreased total cholesterol, HDL, and triglycerides.
OSTARINE AND BODYBUILDING
Similar to anabolic steroids, Ostarine can help achieve significant muscle gains. However, its safety profile is significantly better compared to steroids. Ostarine has significantly fewer dangerous and undesirable side effects, and the potential health risks are many times lower than those that can be caused by steroid use. Therefore, Ostarine is often used (abused) by bodybuilders, athletes and people who are trying to achieve a muscular figure, want to achieve similar results as when using anabolic steroids, but also want eliminate / minimize possible unwanted side effects. Here, we consider it necessary to emphasize that Ostarine is not an approved nutritional supplement or stimulant for athletes. It is an experimental substance that is still under investigation, its long-term effects are not yet fully known and further research is needed. Keep in mind that Ostarine, like all our other products, is sold solely for scientific and research clinical use.
SCIENTIFICALLY INVESTIGATED POSSIBLE BENEFITS OF OSTARINE
Significant and selective anabolic effect on muscles and bones, without strong androgenic adverse effects on other organs
Can help treat serious diseases associated with muscle loss
May help in the treatment of osteoporosis
May be useful in the treatment of diabetes 
Helps build and maintain muscle mass
Increases bone mineral density
Reduces glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity
Helps reduce excess fat
ADVANTAGES OF OSTARINE OVER ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS
Ostarine (MK-2866) is selective and primarily aimed at acting in muscles and bones. Due to this selectivity, unlike anabolic steroids, it does not cause strong androgenic negative effects on other organs
Similar to anabolic steroids, Ostarine can help achieve significant muscle gains, but has significantly fewer dangerous and undesirable side effects, and the potential health risks are many times lower than those that can be caused by steroid use:
Ostarine does not convert on Estrogens or Dihydrotestosterone 
Ostarine does not cause Gynecomastia
Ostarine does not cause significant retention of water and salts
Ostarine does not cause increased Cortisol and Estrogen levels
Ostarine does not present a heavy load to the Liver
Ostarine does not cause prostate enlargement
Ostarine does not cause kidney disease
Ostarine does not cause acne and oily skin
Ostarine does not cause hair loss and baldness
Ostarine does not cause swollen face
Ostarine does not cause excess facial or body hair (hirsutism)
Ostarine does not cause sudden changes in mood
Ostarine does not cause irritability, nervousness, depression, restlessness
Ostarine does not cause aggression, explosiveness and psychological problems
Ostarine is highly effective when administered orally (no injections needed)
OSTARINE KNOWN POSSIBLE SIDE-EFFECTS AND RISKS
Suppressed levels of natural Testosterone in the body
May increase the risk of heart attack and stroke (mainly in the elderly)
The long-term effects of Ostarine are unknown