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By binding to the glucocorticoid receptors, the AAS are able to counteract the breakdown of proteins by the glucocorticoids.[291]
This competitive antagonism may also play a role in the treatment of osteoporosis through reduction of bone breakdown and stimulation of bone formation. Recently, evidence has become available that AAS stimulate proliferation and differentiation of osteoblastic cells and have the capacity to counteract bone breakdown. Testosterone has also been found to correct calcium balance and bone formation, playing a role in the reduction of bone resorption.