Many users find cannabis hard to quit. The following descriptions were published by the health Education Authority. May be referred to by users as 'roids. IT Anabolic steroids can only be sold lawfully by a pharmacist to someone with a doctor's prescription. While possession isn't illegal without a prescription, supply is against the law and Class C penalties apply.
Anabolic steroids are similar to, and include, the male hormone, testosterone.
They are used in medicine to treat anaemia and muscle weakness after surgery. Some body-builders and athletes use anabolic steroids, as well as people who think it'll improve their body image. Some can be swallowed, but most need to be injected. Use in sports is prohibited. A positive test for the drug can ruin a sporting career.