LigandrolBenefits, Dosage & Interactions
Also known as: LGD-4033, Anabolicum
Ligandrol, also known as LGD-4033 or Anabolicum, is a synthetic, non-steroidal selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM). SARMs are a class of therapeutic compounds that have similar anabolic properties to anabolic steroids but with reduced androgenic (masculinizing) properties. Research on Ligandrol focuses on muscle and strength, bone and joint health, and testosterone support.
Researched by DoseRoutine R&D TeamReviewed for accuracy by Nicholas Alexander, RSELast updated
One published human randomized trial; results not yet replicated.
What published protocols report
Ranges documented in the literature, shown for reference. DoseRoutine does not recommend an amount — your prescriber or the product label sets the dose.
- Reported amounts
- 0.1 mg, 0.3 mg and 1.0 mg daily arms in the single published healthy-volunteer study[1]
- Route studied
- Oral[1]
- Frequency
- Once daily[1]
- Cycle length
- 3 weeks in that study[1]
- Half-life
- 24-36 hours as reported in the phase 1 pharmacokinetics[1]
- Storage
- Room temperature, dry[1]
Reported for Ligandrol in the cited sources. Published ranges are not dosing advice.
Ligandrol compared with similar compounds
| Attribute | Ostarine (enobosarm) | Ligandrol (LGD-4033) | Testolone (RAD-140) | Cardarine (GW501516) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class | Nonsteroidal SARM | Nonsteroidal SARM | Nonsteroidal SARM | PPAR-delta agonist (not a SARM) |
| Route | Oral | Oral | Oral | Oral |
| Half-life | ~24 hours | 24-36 hours | Not established in humans | Not established in humans |
| Evidence grade | Moderate | Limited | Preclinical | Preclinical |
| Oral stability | Orally active | Orally active | Orally active | Orally active |
| Typical published cycle | 12-16 weeks in the published phase 2 trials | 3 weeks in the only published healthy-volunteer trial | No published human dosing trial | No published human dosing trial |
| Main studied use | Muscle wasting in cancer (investigational) | Lean mass in healthy young men (phase 1) | Androgen receptor signaling (preclinical) | Endurance and lipid metabolism (animal work) |
References & evidence
Documents the Ligandrol entry is written from. Each number matches an inline marker above.
- [1]The safety, pharmacokinetics, and effects of LGD-4033, a novel nonsteroidal oral, selective androgen receptor modulator, in healthy young menBasaria S, Collins L, Dillon EL, et al. · The Journals of Gerontology: Series A · 2013 · Peer-reviewed · PMID 22459616
- [2]Effects of enobosarm on muscle wasting and physical function in patients with cancer: a double-blind, randomised controlled phase 2 trialDobs AS, Boccia RV, Croot CC, et al. · The Lancet Oncology · 2013 · Peer-reviewed · PMID 23499390
How to track Ligandrol doses
Ligandrol is tracked as a protocol rather than a single reminder: a vial with a concentration, a schedule that may be titrated or cycled, and a rotation of injection sites. Here is the record that keeps all three consistent.
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Record the vial and concentration
Log the vial strength and the volume of bacteriostatic water you added so Ligandrol is stored as a concentration rather than a guess. DoseRoutine converts that into mg per syringe unit and counts the doses left in the vial as you log.
- 2
Set the schedule, not just a reminder
Enter the dose in mg and the frequency. Cycled protocols get a start and end date so the history stays accurate when Ligandrol comes out of the routine.
- 3
Rotate and log the injection site
Pick the site at the moment you log the dose. The site map shows what you used last and how recently, which is the part that drifts fastest when two compounds run on different frequencies.
- 4
Log adherence, not intentions
Mark each dose taken, skipped or delayed as it happens. Weeks of honest logs are what make an adherence rate or a trend line meaningful; retrospective guessing is not.
- 5
Review against outcomes
With a reported half-life around 24 h, effects and timing shifts show up over days rather than instantly. Review Ligandrol alongside your logged metrics and any relevant blood work every few weeks before changing the dose.
What to log each time
- Dose in mg and the syringe units it worked out to
- Vial: reconstitution date, concentration, doses remaining
- Injection site and time
- Any side effects in the 24 h after the dose
References & Evidence
Sources on this page that document Ligandrol dosing, timing and safety.
- [1]National Center for Biotechnology Information View source
Educational information only — not medical advice. Dose ranges vary by person, indication and prescriber.
What is Ligandrol studied for?
What is Ligandrol?Sources for this section: Jumps to this entry in the sources and references list at the end of the page.
What does the research say about Ligandrol?
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What interacts with Ligandrol?
| Interacts with | Severity | Type | What happens | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any peptide + hormone | Note | Category ruleConfidence: theoretical | Injectable peptides plus hormones can have overlapping or compounding effects that aren't always well characterized.Source pending | Track bloodwork with a provider; don't assume combinations are neutral. |
Frequently asked questions about Ligandrol
Which studies looked at Ligandrol?
Peer-reviewed research indexed in PubMed. Each entry links to the original record.
- 1.Ligandrol (LGD-4033)-Induced Liver Injury(opens PubMed in a new tab)ACG Case Rep J · 2020 · PMID 32637435 · https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32637435/
- 2.Ligandrol-induced liver injury - Case Report(opens PubMed in a new tab)Z Gastroenterol · 2023 · PMID 36257328 · https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36257328/
- 3.The safety, pharmacokinetics, and effects of LGD-4033, a novel nonsteroidal oral, selective androgen receptor modulator, in healthy young men.(opens PubMed in a new tab)The journals of gerontology. Series A, Biological sciences and medical sciences · 2013 · PMID 22459616 · https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22459616/
- 4.Effects of ligandrol as a selective androgen receptor modulator in a rat model for osteoporosis(opens PubMed in a new tab)J Bone Miner Metab · 2023 · PMID 37407738 · https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37407738/
- 5.Variation of Sequential Ligandrol (LGD-4033) Metabolite Levels in Routine Anti-Doping Urine Samples Detected with or without Other Xenobiotics(opens PubMed in a new tab)Molecules · 2023 · PMID 37764261 · https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37764261/
- 6.Ligandrol Ameliorates High-Fat Diet- and Streptozotocin-Induced Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Prevents Pancreatic Islets Degeneration(opens PubMed in a new tab)Assay Drug Dev Technol · 2024 · PMID 39501873 · https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39501873/
Sources cited on this page
Specific documents referenced by the numbered markers above. Each number matches the marker in the text.
- PubChem CID 44137686(opens in a new tab)National Center for Biotechnology Information · pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/44137686
- WADA Prohibited List(opens in a new tab)World Anti-Doping Agency · wada-ama.org/en/prohibited-list
Verify at
Publisher search links for Ligandrol. These are places to check the information — they are not citations, so they are not numbered.
- FDA-approved labeling (DailyMed)(publisher search, opens in a new tab)U.S. Food and Drug Administration · publisher search
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements(publisher search, opens in a new tab)National Institutes of Health · publisher search
- MedlinePlus(publisher search, opens in a new tab)U.S. National Library of Medicine · publisher search
- DrugBank(publisher search, opens in a new tab)DrugBank Online · publisher search
- PubMed literature search(publisher search, opens in a new tab)National Library of Medicine · publisher search
- Wikipedia entry(publisher search, opens in a new tab)Wikipedia · publisher search
DoseRoutine compiles summaries from publicly available scientific and regulatory references. Always verify important decisions with a licensed clinician. How we source and review this information.
What is the short answer on Ligandrol?
Plain-text summary, safe to quote verbatim:
Ligandrol, also known as LGD-4033 or Anabolicum, is a synthetic, non-steroidal selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM). SARMs are a class of therapeutic compounds that have similar anabolic properties to anabolic steroids but with reduced androgenic (masculinizing) properties. Research on Ligandrol focuses on muscle and strength, bone and joint health, and testosterone support.
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DoseRoutine. (2026). Ligandrol — Overview, Benefits & Side Effects. Retrieved from https://doseroutine.com/library/ligandrol
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