Yes, it is illegal to use steroids without a valid prescription or to distribute them. Steroids are Schedule III substances under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule III drugs, which have a legitimate medical function, may lead to moderate to low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.
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Most illicit steroids are smuggled into the U.S. from abroad. Steroids are also illegally diverted from legitimate sources (theft or inappropriate prescribing).
“Legal steroids” is a catch-all term for muscle-building supplements that don't fall under the category of “illegal.” Anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) are ...
Learn more about steroids and their legal status from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration; Review patient resources on anabolic steroids from MedlinePlus.