Dietary Supplement. Russian anabolic compound. Ecdysten is a non hormonal herbal supplement that can be used by both men and women. Ecdysten use will not cause a positive drug test for any sports organizations. The Ecdysterone in Edcysten is extracted from Rhaponticum carthamoides and guaranteed to be 85% pure Ecdysterone. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.