How to Stop Taking Myostatin

Myostatin is a protein found in the human body that imposes limits on muscle growth. For example, the more myostatin in the body, the less-developed muscle tissue a person will have. Because of the discovery of the myostatin gene in 1997 by geneticists Alexandra McPherron, Se-Jin Lee and Ravi Kambadur, a variety of nutritional supplements are now offered that claim to block the myostatic gene (intending to build muscle mass). These myostatic-blocking aids are available as over-the-counter supplements in a variety of forms, from pills to drinkable powders, and can be purchased on the Internet or in nutrition and vitamin stores that feature bodybuilding and muscle-building supplements.

Things You'll Need

• Myostatin inhibitors

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Instructions

How to Stop Taking Myostatin-blocking Supplements

• 1

  Make a note of the brand of myostatin-blocking supplement you are taking; most come in a drink powder mix or a tablet that is orally ingested with water. Look for information--usually a leaflet or pamphlet attached to the packaging of your supplements--concerning use of this medicine.

• 2

  Read all materials associated with the supplement, including information about discontinuing the supplement. If none can be found, as is the case with most over-the-counter nutritional supplements, contact the manufacturer using the address and/or telephone number on the packaging.

• 3

  While most people can simply stop taking the supplements by discontinuing use, some supplements are not FDA-approved, and may have side effects that need to be addressed before discontinuing, especially if you have a serious health issue. Myostatin side effects can include brittle tendons, which may increase the risk of an injury. Studies of livestock with genetically enhanced myostatin suggest a link between high levels of myostatin and cell death in heart tissue, leading to heart disease.

• 4

  Be careful taking any muscle-building protein mixes and/or tablets if you have serious health concerns such as a heart condition or pulmonary disease. Ask your doctor if they are safe to take.