Generic name: oxandrolone [ ox-AN-droe-lone ] Brand name: Oxandrin Dosage form: oral tablet (10 mg; 2.5 mg) Drug class: Androgens and anabolic steroids Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jun 8, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum. Uses Warnings Before taking Side effects Dosage Interactions What is oxandrolone?