Anabolic Tips

Anabolic Steroid Description

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Aldactazide
This drug is a diuretic combination containing Aldactone and a thiazide. It is often used by pre - contest bodybuilders to drop excess water. For some bodybuilders
it works very well. It is most often taken for just the last three to five days before a show...

Aldactone
Aldactone is a diuretic and belongs to the subgroup of potassium-sparing diuretics. Aldactone is an aldosterone antagonist. It influences the body’s own hormone,
aldosterone, which accelerates the excretion of potassium and reduces the excretion of sodium and water Simplified...

Cytadren
Cytadren, the U.S. brand name for the drug aminoglutethimide, is an interesting drug (non-steroid), first brought to our attention a few years ago by Dan
Duchaine. It is most popular among competitive athletes who are drug tested, as this substance is currently not banned or tested for...

Anabolicum Vister
Anabolicum vister is an oral steroid produced only in Italy. It is administered in an unusual form since it is either taken as a capsule or in drops. The latter type
of administration is not used by athletes...

Anadrol
This is a strong one! Oxymetholone is probably the most anabolic on the market. This is a oral steroid with the evil 17 alpa-alkyl molekyl witch makes it so
effective but also so toxic...

Anadrol 50
The strongest oral steroid you can buy (and trust me it is expensive). This is an excellent steroid for both strength and weight gains but it does not come without a price (both in actual cost and side effects)...

Anadur
Anadur is one of many steroids which contains the compound nandrolone. Although available in many countries athletes do not use it often. Since its effect is
similar to Deca-Durabolin’s most people see no reason to take Anadur...

Anapolon
Anapolon has been the strongest, oral steroidal compound, which is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone that has been currently only available for institutional
use in Mexico. Clinically, Anapolon had been often prescribed in efforts to have treated anemia, which had been caused by deficient red cell production...

Anavar
Also under the name Lipo-Dex and Nilavar. Anavar is manufactured by searle lavatories under the brand name, and by spa labs under the generic name
Oxandrolone. The brand name drug is made under a certain number of loss per year...

Andriol
his product comes under the names Androxon, Undestor and Restinsol in Europe and South America. This agent is a revolutionary oral steroid. It is presented in little, oval- shaped, red capsules...

Androderm
Androderm is a transdermal patch, designed to release testosterone over a 24-hour period, in a natural pattern resembling that of a health young man....

Androil
his product comes under the names Androxon, Understor and Restinsol. This is an oral steroid and it’s presented in little,
oval-shaped, red cap. An oil, which contains the testosterone, is inside of these capsules...

Androstanolone
This steroid has a predominantly androgenic effect and, due to its
structure, cannot be converted into estrogen. For a fast buildup of power and muscle mass Androstanolone is of little value....

Androxon
Seen with the names Andriol, Understor and Restansol in Europe. This oral steroid is quite different. It comes in small oval shapes red caplets. They are usually
contained in foil templates that caplets are put out of. An oral form of the product is contained in these caplets...

Bolasterone
This was originally a popular oral steroid being used in Europe. It had functions similar to dianabol, but it has long since been discontinued. Several years ago
bolasterone became the first big name counterfeit steroid to be internationally marked....

Catapres
Catapres is an antihypertensive drug. In school medicine it is used to reduce high blood pressure. High blood pressure caused by steroids can be lowered by
taking Catapres. Athletes became interested in this drug when medical research reported that Catapres stimulates the endogenous production of the growth hormones...

Cheque Drops
Cheque drops are a veterinarian steroid made by Upjohn that is designed to keep female dogs from going into heat. It comes 100 mcg per cc,
55-cc bottle. It is the most toxic androgenic steroid available. It is even more toxic than say Finajet or Anadrol 50...

Clenbuterol
Clenbuterol, medically used throughout many parts of the world as a broncodilator for the treatment of asthma, is a recent and popular addition to the realm of
athletics...

Clomid
Clomid typically come in 50 mg tablets in boxes of between 10 - 25 per box in blister packs. Clomid is a synthetic estrogen used to induce ovulation
in women. Bodybuilders typically use Clomid as an anti-estrogen and to stimulate testosterone production when coming off a steroid cycle...

Cyclofenil
Cyclofenil is another non-steroidal ancillary drug used by athletes, similar to HCG and Clomid in action. This drug is most commonly used to increase endogenous
testosterone levels after a cycle in an attempt to avoid a hard crash while waiting for your hormone levels to naturally balance...

Cynomel
Cynomel is a synthetically form of the natural thyroid hormone 3, 5, 3’ triiodothyronine, which has all the pharmacological activities of the natural substance...

Cytadren
Cytadren, the U.S. brand name for the drug aminoglutethimide, is an interesting drug (non-steroid), first brought to our attention a few years ago by Dan
Duchaine. It is most popular among competitive athletes who are drug tested, as this substance is currently not banned or tested for...

Cytomel
Cytomel is not an anabolic/androgenic steroid but a thyroid hormone. As a substance it contains synthetically manufactured liothyronine sodium which resembles the natural thyroid hormone tricodide-thyronine (L-T3)...

Danocrine
Danocrine is an antigonadotropin. Danocrine from the substance Danazol, has a couple of popular trade names: Danatrol, Winobanin, Anargil, and
Mastodanatrol...

Deca Durabolin
Deca Durabolin is the Organon brand name for nandrolone decanoate. World wide Deca is one of the most popular injectable steroids. It’s popularity is likely
due to the fact that Deca exhibits significant anabolic effects with minimal androgenic side effects...

Delatestrl
This drug is very similar to Depo-Testosterone; it is injectable testosterone in oil. It is high androgenic, high anabolic, aromatizes easily, and is moderately toxic
to the liver...

Depo Testosterone
This is an oil based injectable form of testosterone. It is high in androgens and is very anabolic as well. Depo-Testosterone aromatizes quite easily. Water retention
is often a problem when this drug is used...

Dianabol
No other steroid conjures up more nostalgia in the bodybuilding community. For decades this has been the mainstay of both novice and experienced users...

Dihydrolone
This was another of the DDR compounds. It should be off the market by now. That should not warrant anyone’s attention though (it was the worst kind of counterfeit)...

Dihydrotestosterone
This is a parent compound of a number of steroid reparations. The hormone itself is one, which occurs naturally in the body. DHT is responsible for several of
the androgenic effects of testosterone like facial hair, genetic balding, and male reproductive organ development...

Durabolin
This steroid is almost identical to Deca-Durabolin except that is a faster acting compound. Its gets into the system rapidly and is active for
less than a week...

EPO
Epogen or EPO comes in 2000, 3000, 4000, and 10,000 IU vials. EPO is an injectable protein hormone that acts on bone marrow to stimulate
red blood cell production. This is a new drug which is being experimented with by some elite athletes especially distance runners and elite cyclists...

Equipoise
This is an oil based veterinarian steroid which is a derivative or testosterone. Equipoise is very widely used by athletes. It is a high anabolic, moderate androgenic
steroid. It has low levels of toxicity and aromatizing qualities, even though it will aromatise on some more than others...

Esiclene
Esclene has some very unusual characteristics. It will allow any muscle to increase in size within a very short period of time. Basically esiclene stimulates the tissue
at the point of injection causing a slightly painful inflammation and swelling of the muscle tissue itself.

Essentiale Forte
This is an Italian made specialty pharmaceutical which is manufactured by Nattermann. It contains linolenic, linoleic and oleic acid as well as a blend of B vitamins.
European steroid users often use this product in an effort to maintain optimum hepatatic function...

Estandron
This injectable steroid is a mix of three different testosterone esters and a smaller portion of estradiol, a female sex hormone. The testosterone composition of
Estandron is similar to that found in Sustanon but contains one less testosterone substance (Testosterone decanoate).

Exoboline
This product is marketed in Germany as a non-steroidal anabolic drug. It is not available in the US commercially or “otherwise”. Exoboline is a co-enzyme of
vitamin B12...

Finaject
Finaject was an injectable steroid of veterinary medicine which was extremely popular in bodybuilding and powerlifting during the 1980’s. “Was”?, some of
you will wonder...

Finajet
his is an oil based veterinarian steroid from Europe. It is a derivative of 19-Nortestosterone. Finajet is a high anabolic, moderate androgen compound. It can
be toxic to the liver in excessive dosages. Finajet is a fast acting acetate, so shots are usually taken every other day...

Finaplix
Finaplix is a veterinary cattle implant, which contains the potent androgenic steroid trenbolone acetate. This is the same drug which was once available as an
injectable in the U.S, labeled Finaject, although it’s production has been discontinued here and worldwide for about a decade...

GHB
GHB (Gamma-hydroxybutyrate) is both a metabolite and precursor of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid, or gammaaminobutyrate),
another nutrient to which it bears a close structural relationship. GHB, however, does not act directly on GABA receptor sites...

Glucophage
Glucophage - 850 mg. tablets - 40 per box. Glucophage is a brand name for metformin which is an oral hypoglycemic drug. Glucophage was
made to be used to control adult onset diabetes. This drug is will increase the body’s ability to transport glucose into the muscle cells much better by increasing
insulin sensitivity...

Growth Hormone
The use of exogenous sources of Growth Hormone has been popular in the United States for almost 8 years now. Originally, pituitary glands of cadavers.
Ascellacrin and Crescormon were the two most popular brand names on this original GH. While production was under way on the synthetic, recombinant DNA
versions of this drug...

Halotestin
Halotestin is the Upjohn brand name for fluoxymesterone. This is a very strong oral androgen, with only slight anabolic effect. The strong androgen component
will generate good strength increases with little body weight gain...

HCG
Pregnyl by Organon. 5,000 to 20,000 IU (International Units) per 10 cc vials. This drug is not a steroid but it is widely used in athletics today. HCG is a natural
protein hormone secreted by the human placenta and purified form the urine of pregnant women...

IGF-1
Comes in 50 cc vials. This product is a freeze dried white powder that requires refrigeration and is light sensitive. This powder is supposed to be
reconstituted with bacteriostatic water to equal an amount of 50 cc...

Implus
Implus is another of the cattle implants that bodybuilders are utilizing in the attempt to get steroids. This product comes in a rotary cartridge that
contains 20 pellets per cartridge with 5 cartridges in a box...

Insulin
This description was taken directly from Brian Raupp’s Anabolix Research page since this drug is so dangerous and his description is by far the
most comprehensive that I have found on the internet...

L-Thyroxine
L-Thyroxine is a synthetically manufactured thyroid hormone. Its effect is similar to that of natural L-thyroxine (L-T4) in the thyroid gland. L-thyroxine is one of two
hormones which is produced in the thyroid..

Lasix
Lasix is not a hormone compound but a diuretic. It belongs to the group of saluretics and to be exact is a loop diuretic. Its effect consists of distinctly increased
excretion of sodium, chloride, potassium, and water...

Laurabolan
This is a vet steroid that can be found in Mexico. This is a slower onset but longer acting version of Deca-Durabolan. It will remain active in your body for about 1 month after injection the only shitty thing being that it is only available in low mgs. doses...

Maxibolin
This is a low androgenic oral steroid, which is derived from 19-nortestosterone. This drug is popular with women who favor its high anabolic properties. Some
athletes felt this drug was quite effective for quality muscle gains especially when stacked with other steroids...

Megagrisevit
Megagrisevit is an unusual steriod which has several characteristics. In addition to the substance clostebole acetate it also contains the two vitamins B6 and
B12. The vitamin B12 is present as cyanocobalamin in the amount of 100 mcg per dragee and 2500 mcg per 1.5 ml ampule...

Metandren
This drug is oral testosterone. It is more androgenic than anabolic. It aromatises easily and is toxic to the liver. This product was developed many years ago
and is quite obsolete today...

Methandriol Dipropionate
This drug is derived from androstenediol, which is a metabolite of testosterone. It has not been seen in any form for several years in the athletic community. Just
recently though it has shown up in a couple of new vet drugs from Australia; Spectriol and Drive...

Methyl
Discontinued names: Metandren / Android. 25 mg tabs Oral, 100/bottle by LACROIX Labs, Monaco Cedex sold in just about every drug store south of the
Boarder in Mexico. Cost about $20-$25. This drug is oral testosterone. It`s mainly a male androgen replacement...

Methyltestosterone
Methyltestosterone is one of the oldest available oral steroids. It is produced by many various manufacturers and sold in a number of countries including the
U.S.. It is quite androgenic, with minimal anabolic effects...

Nandrabolin
This is a veterinarian steroid found primarily in canada and Europe. It can be thought of a very long acting version of Deca.
Whereas Deca cna stay active in the system for two weeks, this product is usually active from three to four...

Naprosyn
This drug is a potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent. It is often used to treat patients with rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces joint swelling, stiffness, and pain in many patients. Naprosyn is also used to treat tendonitis and injuries seen commonly with weight training athletes...

Naxen
Naxen (chemical name Naproxen) is an anti-inflammatory not actually a steroid. the reason it is in this section is because it is a popular drug to be used to
relieve pain and swelling from over training a specific body part, especially tendonitis or other injuries...

Nilevar
This is a very androgenic steroid. It is used for size and strength, and for some it is quite effective. Unfortunately this drug is very toxic and aromatises easily...

Nolvadex
This drug is a potent nonsteroidal anti-estrogen. It is intended for use in estrogen dependent tumors, i.e. breast cancer. Steroid users take Nolvadex to prevent
the effects of estrogen in the body. This estrogen is most often the result of aromatizing affect of steroids...

Oreton
Oreton is a fast-acting oil-based testosterone. It is very similar to Depo-Testosterone except it is only effective in the system for about five days. Therefore shots are taken twice a week...

Oxandrolone
Unlike most oral steroids, which are Class II steroids giving most of their anabolic effect by means other than the androgen receptor (AR), it seems that oxandrolone probably does have good binding to the AR, and is therefore a Class I steroid, while having little other effect. By itself it is considered to be a weak anabolic...

Parabolan
arabolan is the only injectable form of trenbolone available world-wide. It is produced by Negma in France and sold in 1.5ml amps, one to a box. Each amp
contains 76mg of trenbolone hexahydrobenzylcarbonate...

Pesomax
This drug is an injectable form of dihydrotestosterone. It is very popular with European athletes, but is seldom available in the U.S. Bodybuilders like Pesomax
for contest preparation....

Phenformin
Phenformin - “Debeone - 25 mg. tablets”,”Debeone ‘DT’ -50 mg. capsules. Debeone is just a brand name for phenformin which is another oral
hypoglycemic drug. Phenformin was made to be used to control mild to severe adult onset diabetes...

Primobolan Acetate
This is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone, which is very popular with bodybuilders. The drug is very low androgenic compound and it is not toxic to the liver.
Primobolan will not aromatise, and it is one of very few steroids, which have proven to be effective on a low calorie diet...

Primobolan Buccal
This is the most powerful form of oral Primobolan. It is made to dissolve between the gum and cheek. A great deal more of the drug gets into the blood this
way as opposed to orals...

Primobolan Depot
Primobolan Depot is an injectable steroid produced by Schering and sold in various parts of the world. It contains the steroid metenolone enanthate, which is a
long acting anabolic with extremely low androgenic properties...

Proviron
Proviron, or mesterolone, is a popular antiestrogen used by bodybuilders. It acts as an antiaromatase, which means it prevents the aromatization of steroids
into estrogen. Proviron is frequently used by athletes on heavy cycles of steroids to prevent gynecomastia...

Quinolone
This was another of the original DDR compounds. It was seen in 30 cc vials and was supposed to be a great pre-contest drug...

Ralgrow
This is another cattle implant that athletes have been experimenting with. Ralgrow comes in a wheel cartridge that contains 24 pellets per cartridge.
Each pellet contains 72 mgs of Zeranol. These pellets are intended to be implanted in cattle...

Revalor
Revalor is another of the cattle implants that continues to gain popularity with bodybuilders since steroids are becoming harder and harder to get
for some people. Each Revalor pellet contains 20 mg. of trenbolone acetate apiece and 20 mgs. of estrodiol...

Slow K
Slow release tablets. This drug is indicated for the treatment of potassium depletion. This could be caused by disease or in the case of some bodybuilders it is
caused by the use of strong diuretics. This is a strong prescription potassium drug...

Sostanon 250
Each sostanon 250 preload contains the following:
Testosterone propionate 30 mg, Testosterone phenylpropionate 60 mg, Testosterone isocaproate 60 mg, Testosterone decanoate 100 mg,
250 mgs. / 1 cc...

Spectriol
This drug is a new veterinarian steroid. The few athletes who have used this drug were pleased with what they saw; quality gains in strength and size...

Sten
Sten is an low dose testosterone blend produced in Mexico. Each 2ml ampule of Sten contains 25 mg testosterone propionate, 75mg testosterone cypionate
along with 20mg DHEA...

Stromba
This drug was originally produced in Europe. The version available today is a market product made in a real lab. This is a steroid that is a counterfeit, but it is
the real drug according to at least one report...

Superdrol
Superdrol (SD) is marketed as a 'pro-hormone' (PH) in the post-ban era of pro-hormones. Following the ban of most pro-hormonal substances in the States, including the likes of 1-test, 1-AD, 4-AD, M1T, etc, Designer Supplements designed this 'pro-hormone' based on the steroid Masteron...

Sustanon-250
30mg testosterone propionate, 60mg testosterone phenylpropionate, 60mg testosterone isocaproate, 100mg testosterone decanoate,
Sustanon 250 is an oil-based injectable containing four different testosterone compounds: testosterone propionate, 30 mg...

Synovex
Synovex is a veterinary implant preparation used in cattle, which contains 200mg testosterone propionate and 20 Estradiol Benzoate per 8 pellet implant.
Athletes have become attracted to this product out of sheer desperation for anabolics.

Synovex-H
This product comes in a rotary cartridge that contains 10 pellets per cartridge with 5 cartridges in a box. Each pellet is 3” in length and contains
200 mgs. of testosterone propionate as well as 20 mgs. of estradiol benzoate. The estradiol is added to the product to increase size in cattle...

Synthol
Synthol is an intermuscular fatty acid that bodybuilders are now using to give increased size in small muscle groups. Gains of 1 inch in muscles
like the calves, biceps, and shoulders are not unheard of. It is actually a synthetic oil that is injected right in to the muscles you want to enhance in size...

Teslax
Thiis is a Spanish testostenone blend. It is used by a number of European ahletes to promote size and strength gains. Average dosages were around 200-
300mg weekly...

Testoprim-D
Testoprim-D is an injectable testosterone mix available in Mexico. Each ampule contains 50mg of testosterone propionate and 200mg testosterone enanthate,
dissolved in 1ml oil...

Testosterone Cypionate
Testosterone cypionate is a long acting ester of testosterone which is increasingly difficult to find.Before the scheduling of anabolics in the U.S., this was the
most common form of testosterone available to athletes...

Testosterone Enanthate
Testosterone enanthate is currently the most popular ester of testosterone available to athletes. Unlike cypionate, enanthate is manufactured by various companies
all over the world. Ampules of Testoviron from Schering are probably the most popular although many others exist...

Testosterone Suspension
Testosterone suspension is an injectable preparation containing unesterfied testosterone in a water base. Among athletes, testosterone suspension has a reputation
of being an extremely potent injectable, often ranked highest among the testosterones...

Thiomucase
This drug is not a steroid. It is a chemical that was originally used as a dispersing agent. When administered to an injection site, Thiomucase got the drug into
the system faster. This speeds up the effectiveness of the drug. Bodybuilders have been using the drug for spot reduction of problem fatty areas...

Tribolin 75
75mg/ml 10 and 20ml vials. This is a very interesting new veterinarian steroid from Australia. This looks like it would be a very good steroid for athletes...

Trisoralen
This is a prescription drug which bodybuilders often use to enhance tanning. A deep dark tan is a precious commodity to a bodybuilder. It will make muscles
look bigger and harder while giving the illusion of less body fat...

Winstrol
Winstrol is a common brand name for the drug stanazolol. Stanazolol is a 17-aa steroid, designed for oral administration but also available in injectable form.
Winstrol is classified as an anabolic, exhibiting low androgenic side effects. Its’ anabolic...

Why Take Steroids?

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Why do athletes take steroids? Almost all steroid users are taking steroids because they believe it is the only way to develop muscle and strength. Further more,
almost all bodybuilders are taken steroids because they want to get as much strength and size as they possibly can. In my own opinion, society today makes
people think that to produce muscle and size, steroid use is mandatory. That is not the case, with hard work and determination, anything is possible, but who
wants that when you can pretty much triple your size using steroids. Steroid is a drug, and like other drugs, people take them to escape reality, and they enjoy
what the drug does for them. I feel steroid is the same case. Steroid users like what the drug has done for their size and strength, and it has taken them away
from their original, smaller body. Anyone caught using steroids, the public sees these people as cheaters and are people who have the lack of doing something
“the hard way.” Steroid users work hard, they work extremely hard, even as much as any regular athlete that trains. Users take steroids for help, and for
steroids to work, the athlete must go through a great deal of weight training.

Winstrol

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Winstrol is a common brand name for the drug stanazolol. Stanazolol is a 17-aa steroid, designed for oral administration but also available in injectable form.
Winstrol is classified as an anabolic, exhibiting low androgenic side effects. Its’ anabolic properties however are not dramatic and is often used in combination
with other drugs, most commonly during cutting cycles when water and fat retention are a major concern. In the U.S., the Zambon brand name from Spain
seems to be the most popular. It is supplied in 2mg tabs and 50mg water-based injectable ampules. Common dosages are 10-25mg/day orally and 25-50 mg
daily injected. On the black market, tabs sell for $1-2 each and ampules usually cost $15-20. Obviously Winstrol can be very expensive to use. 30ml of
injectable Winstrol-V (U.S. Veterinary product) is usually more cost effective but legitimate bottles are now rarely seen due to strict gov’t control. There are many
forms of counterfeit Winstrol, so one should be careful when purchasing this product. The Zambon tabs are pink and come 20 to a strip. The Zambon
injectable ampules and American Winstrol-V have been duplicated with good accuracy. One should make sure the water and steroid separate when the vial is
left out on a table for some time.

stanozolol 50 mg/cc or 2mg/tab

This is a very popular anabolic steroid, which is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone. Winstrol is a relatively low androgenic steroid which will not aromatise. It
is moderately toxic to the liver. Very few users report any water retention or any other side effects while using Winstrol. It is a popular drug for cutting in a
stack with Primobolan or Parabolan. When stacked with Testosterone it can be very effective for a size and strength gain. Women use the drug quite often, but
it can cause virilising effects for some women even at low dosages. Most of the muscle gains made while taking the Winstrol are retained after the drug is discontinued.
The injectable veterinarian form is better than the oral. Many feel that the injectable must be administered at least twice a week: some take shots
every day for better effects. Dosages range from 3 to 5 cc’s per week for men, 1 to 2 cc’s in women. Oral dosage is in the area of 16 to 30 mg per day for
men, 4 to 8 mg for women. Winstrol is not too hard to find on the black marked.

Trisoralen

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trioxsalen 5mg/tab 20 or 100 tab/bottle

This is a prescription drug which bodybuilders often use to enhance tanning. A deep dark tan is a precious commodity to a bodybuilder. It will make muscles
look bigger and harder while giving the illusion of less body fat. Trisoralen is used for the treatment of vitiligo, which is a condition where skin pigmentation
fades. This is usually what the drug is prescribed for, but doctors do prescribe it to especially pale patients who might be headed for a tropical vacation. The
drug increases tolerance to solar exposure and enhances pigmentation. Trisoralen seems to act on melanin, which is what is responsible for a person’s natural
skin pigmentation. The drug works only if it is taken prior to sun exposure. Recommended use of the drug for accelerating tanning is outlined. The drug should
not be taken for more than 14 days at a total dosage of 28 tablets. This means two tablets, 10 mg, taken two to four hours before measured periods of exposure
to sun or ultraviolet radiation everyday for 14 days in a row. Trisoralen dosage should not be increased nor taken for longer than 14 days. At least 4
weeks should be taken between dosages. It does not prevent burning, it just promotes tanning. No toxicity has been reported. Nearly all bodybuilders that
have used Trisoralen felt it worked to some degree. Fair skinned users seemed to get the most out of the drug. It is rarely seen on the market anymore, but many
doctors will prescribe it.

Thiomucase

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This drug is not a steroid. It is a chemical that was originally used as a dispersing agent. When administered to an injection site, Thiomucase got the drug into
the system faster. This speeds up the effectiveness of the drug. Bodybuilders have been using the drug for spot reduction of problem fatty areas. It is available in
a liquid form, which is injected in small amounts right into the problem area with a small needle. Also a cream is made that can be applied to the skin over the
area. Some mix the liquid with DMSO and apply it to the fatty area and report better results. Oral tablets are another form that Thiomucase is available in.
These are taken several times a day for about two weeks before a contest. Most feel that the orals are not effective. Finally there is a suppository form of this
medication. They are inserted twice daily for about a week before a contest. Often all of these methods are used at the same time. Most bodybuilders who
used these items reported some degree of effectiveness. Occasionally the drugs worked remarkably well, or not at all. Thiomucase has been found to work best
in those who are holding extra water in the fat cells due to estrogen. The drug allows as much as 20% more water to be freed from the fat cell. This can make
the fatty area look much leaner. Several years ago this drug could be obtained very easily on the market, nowadays it is very hard to find.

Tribolin 75

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Nandrolone Decanoate, Methandriol Dipropionate

75mg/ml 10 and 20ml vials. This is a very interesting new veterinarian steroid from Australia. This looks like it would be a very good steroid for athletes. The
Methandriol Dipropionate makes your reseptosites more prone to take up any Anabolic steroid, so you can take less with the same results.

Testosterone Suspension

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Testosterone suspension is an injectable preparation containing unesterfied testosterone in a water base. Among athletes, testosterone suspension has a reputation
of being an extremely potent injectable, often ranked highest among the testosterones. Very fast acting, testosterone suspension will sustain elevated testosterone
levels for only 2-3 days. Athletes will most commonly inject “suspension” daily, at a dosage of 50-100mg. Although this drug requires frequent injections,
it will pass through a needle as fine as a 27gague insulin. This allows users to hit smaller muscles such as delts for injections. Although this drug is very
effective for building muscle mass, its side effects are also very extreme. The testosterone in this compound will convert to estrogen very quickly, and has a reputation
of being the worst testosterone to use when wishing to avoid water bloat. Gynocomastia is also seen very quickly with this drug, and quite often cannot
be used without an anti-estrogen. Blood pressure and kidney functions should also be looked at during heavy use.
Suspension is not a common drug outside the U.S. and Canada, so with the disappearing “real” American versions, availability has become very scarce. There
are currently many fakes being circulated, with real products seen only rarely. Since this is a water based injectable, I would be very wary of using a counterfeit.
It is more likely bacteria would be a problem with water based products and if the fake was not made to laboratory standards (most are not) your health
could be at risk. A current popular fake matches our picture our picture of fake enanthate, and as of yet has a good reputation among those who have used it.

Testosterone Enanthate

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Testosterone enanthate is currently the most popular ester of testosterone available to athletes. Unlike cypionate, enanthate is manufactured by various companies
all over the world. Ampules of Testoviron from Schering are probably the most popular although many others exist. Enanthate is a long acting testosterone
similar to cypionate. Injections are taken once weekly, with a dosag.

Testosterone Cypionate

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Testosterone cypionate is a long acting ester of testosterone which is increasingly difficult to find.Before the scheduling of anabolics in the U.S., this was the
most common form of testosterone available to athletes. Cyp had gained a reputation as being slightly stronger than enanthate and became the testosterone of
choice for many. Now that anabolics are controlled, this is an almost impossible find. In general, the only versions you’ll find on the black market are Sten from
Mexico, which contains 75mg cyp with 25 mg propionate along with some DHEA, and Testex from Leo in Spain which contains 250mg cypionate is a light
resistant ampule. All versions of Upjohn and Steris in multi-dose vials should be looked at with extreme caution as they are very difficult to get on the black market.
Counterfeits are quite easy to obtain. Real Steris products have the inking STAMPED into the box and the labels cannot be removed from the bottle. Any
variation of that is definitely counterfeit. A running dosage of test cypionate is generally in the range of 200-600mg per week. When this was available for
$20 per10ml bottle, many users would take a whopping 2000mg per week. This kind of dosage however, is unsafe, generally not needed and in today’s day
and age too costly. Should you find a legitimate American vial it would probably cost $200+. Quite often fakes are sold for as much so be careful.

Testoprim-D

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Testoprim-D is an injectable testosterone mix available in Mexico. Each ampule contains 50mg of testosterone propionate and 200mg testosterone enanthate,
dissolved in 1ml oil. They are packaged individually in white and red boxes bearing black print, although when found inside the U.S. are generally sold loose.
This product is not very common, which is why one may mistakenly believe it to be fake. This is in fact a legitimate product and fakes of it have not yet been
seen.

Teslax

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Testosterone Propionate 20mg, Testosterone Enanthate 55mg

Thiis is a Spanish testostenone blend. It is used by a number of European ahletes to promote size and strength gains. Average dosages were around 200-
300mg weekly.

Synthol

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Pump n pose

Description: Synthol is an intermuscular fatty acid that bodybuilders are now using to give increased size in small muscle groups. Gains of 1 inch in muscles
like the calves, biceps, and shoulders are not unheard of. It is actually a synthetic oil that is injected right in to the muscles you want to enhance in size. The
way that this product works is that it becomes encapsulated between the fasicles (bundles of muscle fibers). Upon repeated injections, a huge bolus of the oil
accumulates, adding volume to the injected muscle. About 30% of the amount injected will be broken down by your enzyme system and is metabolized like a
normal fat because of its unique chemical structure. It will not be stored as bodyfat but will be burned very fast as fuel. The remainder of about 70% of the substance
will be encapsulated between your muscle fibers and is broken down very slowly over the course of 3 to 5 years. Dan Duchaine recently analyzed a
sample of Synthol and found it contained mostly C8 fatty acids, some C10, and about 3% C12 (the C and the number relate to what length the fat is - short,
medium, or long). The mixture also contained 7.5% lidocaine (a painkiller) and 7.5% benzyl alcohol. There is currently some debate on whether you can take
regular MCT oil as a substitute for “the real Synthol” which costs between $300-400 per bottle.
Because of the structure of Synthol and the fast encapsulation your enzyme system, your body has a real hard time spotting the substance and breaking it
down. Supposedly if you use this product correctly you won’t come down with any kind of infection or any really bad side effects. To get no detrimental effects
you have to be careful about the amounts you inject the first couple of times you use the stuff, otherwise you could experience an accumulation of lymphatic fluids
in your arms for a couple of days. Working out while taking Synthol is quite another story. Synthol makes it real hard at first to train because sometimes
after just one set of any upper body exercise, your guns will feel pumped like after a hundred sets of any arm exercise. I have not tried this nor Esiclene, but
this product is supposedly more painful than esiclene with all of the swelling that you will experience from using this compound. Esiclene was an itallian steroid
that was used a lot in the ‘80’s for causing site swelling in order to also bring up laggin bodyparts. Supposedly, not too many people can stand the pain when
using Synthol for enlarging the calves, it’s just so nasty.
As far as side effects are concerned, that is still up in the air. The makers of the substance say that there are really no side effects but injecting any significant
amount of fatty-acid material intramuscularly can be extremely dangerous. When you jab a syringe into a muscle without any knowledge or regard to nerve
distribution, you may hit a nerve and possibly cause permanent paralysis of groups of muscle fibers within that area. And besides the increased possibility of
developing abscesses, there is also the possibility you might inject the fat into a vein or artery and cause serious tissue damage downstream. If this stuff is accidentally
injected into a vein or artery, it could be transported into the lungs, possibly causing a “pulmonary embolism” or perhaps even into the brain, causing
a “cardioembolic stroke.” It’s also known that injecting fatty acids into the system can lead to a condition where blood clots can develop, resulting in coronaries
and strokes.”
The bottom line is that you need to weigh the risks to benefits ratio for yourself and decide if it is worth it for you to get some instant gains. In my opinion, this would be an excellent precontest drug but for the average bodybuilder that will never compete it really is not worth the pain or cost to use. I have not used this
compound and probably never will. It is just another of those things that competitive bodybuilders use to give them an edge over the competition.
Effective Dose: Start with 1ML, deep into the muscle with a 1/4 inch needle. Be sure to use sterile technique at all times. Continue at this rate for ten days. Then
increase to 2ML a day for ten days. Now 3ML a day until the muscle gain stops.
Now return to 1ML a day for 30 days. Now 1ML twice a week for four weeks. Now 1ML once a week for four weeks.
The gains are now said to be permanent but I am a little leery of this...... Arms will be a good 2 inches up after three weeks and hold. After a four month
break a further gain can be made by repeating the cycle.
ALWAYS DRAW BACK BEFORE DELIVERY, IF THE SYRINGE FILLS WITH BLOOD ABORT THE ATTEMPT. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD BE SEVERE. IF IT BLEEDS
AFTER THE INJECTION DO NOT BE ALARMED AS THIS MEANS YOU HAVE PASSED THROUGH A VEIN, BUT NEVER DELIVER INTO ONE.
From what I have observed, the gain is not permanent but looks excellent. You have to keep the shots up once a week into each bodypart to keep the look.
Street Price: This product is now available at Mesomorphosis for $400 per bottle. Mesomorphosis is currently one of only two select companies authorized by
Chris Clark of Germany to distribute his original Pump’n Pose Posing Oil in the United States. Don’t settle for ripoff copys of this product. Get the real deal
today and watch those arms, shoulders, and all other bodyparts grow now!
Teslac: (testolactone) 250 mg/tab
This drug is similar in configuration to androgenic steroids but it does not exhibit any androgenic effects. Teslac is an estrogen antagonist indicated for use in
women with breast cancer. Steroid users take the drug to prevent the effects of high estrogen caused by aromatising steroids. It has been found to be quite
effective for many. Some prefer it to Nolvadex for preventing gynecomastia and water retention. Unfortunately it is rarely seen on the black market. It is available
by prescription for some. Effective dosages are from 500mg to 1000mg per day. No side effects have been reported with dosages at this level or even
higher.

Synovex

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Synovex is a veterinary implant preparation used in cattle, which contains 200mg testosterone propionate and 20 Estradiol Benzoate per 8 pellet implant.
Athletes have become attracted to this product out of sheer desperation for anabolics. Here in the U.S., cattle implants as such are not controlled substances, so
Synovex is often easy to purchase from Agricultural or Veterinary supply stores. An athlete will grind up these pellets and either rub them on the skin mixed with
DMSO for transdermal delivery or mix up his own injection. One should remember that the practice of preparing this for injection would obviously not be very
sterile and could be potentially dangerous. The added estrogen in the product is also not very welcome among athletes and can cause many unwanted side
effects including severe gynocomastia. In addition to the U.S. version made by Syntex, Synovex is also available in other countries but is rarely smuggled in
due to low demand.

Synovex-H

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Description: This product comes in a rotary cartridge that contains 10 pellets per cartridge with 5 cartridges in a box. Each pellet is 3” in length and contains
200 mgs. of testosterone propionate as well as 20 mgs. of estradiol benzoate. The estradiol is added to the product to increase size in cattle. Synovex-H is a
drug intended for veterinarian use in cattle to increase weight gain and feed efficiency. The use of cattle implants has skyrocketed in recent months since
steroids are becoming harder and harder for people to be able to find in different parts of the country. The unfortunate side to using this for athletic gains is
that it contains estradiol which will cause big time gyno if it is left in the product and used as is. You can read further about the effects of testosterone propionate
on it’s page. I don’t want to be redundant here. As far as side effects go, if you don’t seperate the estradiol from the pellets you are going to be screwed
with gyno, you don’t want to have. These are not the most sanitary things either. Keep in mind that these were made for animals and there is not near the precautions
taken when making these as there is with medicine. The other side effects are the same as with testosterone propionate.
There is a way to remove the estradiol from the implant by doing to following:
Gather about 2-3 of the pellets together and grind them up with the back of a spoon and make the pellets into as fine of a powder as you can. Then, get 50 ml
of diethyl ether (pretty easy to obtain from any chemical supplier) and mix this combination together in a bowl. You then have to let the solution evaporate
allowing crystals to form in the bowl. The crystals that form at the top of the bowl contain the estradiol that you are trying to get rid of. You then need to place
this solution in the freezer overnight to help aid in most of the estradiol being removed from the testosterone-ether solution. By the next morning, you will pull
this solution out of the freezer and the frozen crystallized estradiol will have risen to the top of the bowl (just like bread rising in the oven, he! he!). You then
would scrape or scoop the crystals off the top of the solution and get rid of them. The remaining crystal that are left at the bottom of the bowl contain the testosterone
propionate that you are trying to get. Then let them air dry for a while to get the majority of the ether off the crystals. You then need to place these crystals
in the oven on a low temperature to get rid of any ether that remains for a few hours and you should have left the dry testosterone propionate crystals that
you need with a minimum of ether left in them. Make sure you have let them air dry first though. You don’t want to blow up the house by putting a bowl of
ether in the oven just because you are a little to fucking impatient to get big. Make sure that it is a electric oven as well, you definitely don’t want to use a gas
oven for this procedure.
After separating the testosterone propionate from the solution, you have two choices for using this compound. One way is to use DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) to
make the steroid transdermal meaning that it will now pass through the skin. There are a variety of forms that DMSO is available but the gel version works the
best and is the easiest to use. What you want to do is grind up the crystals to as fine of a powder as you can and then mix it with one teaspoonful of DMSO
and one of water and apply to the skin every 2-3 days as that is the effective time span for testosterone propionate. You can then rub this compound into your
skin and wrap the area with a piece of saran wrap to help get the compound to absorb into the skin easier since it will heat it between the saran wrap and
your body to aid in absorption.
The other way to take this compound is through injection. You can do this by mixing the compound with about 2 cc of oil or sterile water and injecting it that
way. Even grinding up the particles as fine as you can you will have to use about an 18 gauge needle to inject this concoction. I would suggest using the
DMSO method above to do this.
Effective Dose: 50 - 100 mgs. every other day. Street Price: $50-60 per cartridge
Stacking Info: This compound is commonly stacked with Winstrol Depot, Metandiabol or Reforvit-B, or Parabolan.

Sustanon-250

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Also Durateston

30mg testosterone propionate, 60mg testosterone phenylpropionate, 60mg testosterone isocaproate, 100mg testosterone decanoate,
Sustanon 250 is an oil-based injectable containing four different testosterone compounds: testosterone propionate, 30 mg; testosterone phenylpropionate, 60
mg; testosterone isocaproate, 60mg; and testosterone decanoate, 100 mg. The mixture of the testosterones are time-released to provide an immediate effect
while still remaining active in the body for up to a month. As with other testosterones, Sustanon is an androgenic steroid with a pronounced anabolic effect.
Therefore, athletes commonly use Sustanon to put on mass and size while increasing strength. However, unlike other testosterone compounds such as cypionate
and enanthate, the use of Sustanon leads to less water retention and estrogenic side effects. This characteristic is extremely beneficial to bodybuilders who suffer
from gynecomastia yet still seek the powerful anabolic effect of an injectable testosterone. The decreased water retention also makes Sustanon a desirable
steroid for bodybuilders and athletes interested in cutting up or building a solid foundation of quality mass. Dosages of Sustanon range from 250 mg every other week, up to 2000 mg or more per week. These dosages seem to be the extremes. A more common dosage would range from 250 mg to 1000 mg per
week. Although Sustanon remains active for up to a month, injections should be taken at least once a week to keep testosterone levels stable. A steroid novice
can expect to gain about 20 pounds within a couple of months by using only 250 mg of Sustanon a week. More advanced athletes will obviously need higher
dosages to obtain the desired effect. Sustanon is a fairly safe steroid, but in high dosages, some athletes may experience side effects due to an elevated estrogen
level. With dosages exceeding 1000 mg a week, it is probably wise to use an antiestrogen such as Nolvadex(tamoxifen citrate) or Proviron(mesterolone).
The use of Sustanon will suppress natural testosterone production, so the use of HCG(human chorionic gonadotropin) or Clomid(clomiphene citrate) may be
appropriate at the end of a cycle. Sustanon 250 is a good base steroid to use in a stack.
Athletes interested in rapid size and strength gains find that Sustanon stacks extremely well with orals such as Anadrol(oxymetholone) and
Dianabol(methandrostenlone). On the other hand, Sustanon also stacks well with Parabolan(trenbolone hexahydrobencylcarbonate), Masteron(drostanolone propionate),
and Winstrol(stanozolol) for athletes seeking the hard, ripped look. Sustanon 250 is quite abundant on the US black market. One of the more common
versions is the Russian Sustanon 250 manufactured in India. Thousands of these amps are smuggled into the East Coast of the United States where they
are then made readily available to bodybuilders. Average price is around $15-$20 an amp, but prices as low as $5 an amp are available to some individuals
who can purchase the amps as soon as they come ashore. The Russian Sustanon comes in plastic strips of five covered with a white paper and imprinted with
blue ink. More recent lots of Russia Sustanon have the expiration date printed numerous times in purple ink going lengthwise in a line across the strip of five
ampules. The ampules have a white paper label imprinted with blue ink. Don’t be surprised if the labels are crooked or peel off easily. The labels on Russian
Sustanon are commonly glued on crooked, and should peel off, but not in one piece. Also, don’t be alarmed if the amps come loose without the plastic strip.
The plastic strip is often thrown away to make it easier to smuggle the amps into the country. There is little need to worry about the legitimacy of Russian
Sustanon. The World Anabolic Review mentions a counterfeit with rounded corners on the label, but this fake is rarely seen on the US black market.
Another popular version of Sustanon is the Sostenon 250 rediject manufactured by Organon in Mexico. The redijects are very common to the southern region
of the United States because they are frequently smuggled over the border after being purchased in Mexican pharmacies. The price for a Sostenon rediject is
about $8 in Mexico. In the United States, they are often sold for $20 a piece. Each Sostenon 250 rediject comes packaged in a plastic tray with a foil covering.
The World Anabolic Review shows a picture of a rediject with the needle attached. This picture is outdated because Organon recently began manufacturing
the Sostenon 250 redijects without the needle attached. The redijects are often favored by many because of their difficulty to counterfeit. However, recently,
bodybuilders have complained about some underdosed redijects circulating on the black market in Texas. Fortunately, these underdosed redijects do not seem
to be widespread. In the meantime, the chances of getting a fake rediject are still very slim. Less common, but still seen on the US black market are the
European versions of Sustanon from countries like Italy, Portugal, and England. All of these amps are scored and have a white label that is difficult to peel off.
The amps and boxes should have the lot number and expiration dated stamped on it. Durateston, the brand name Organon uses in Brazil is also commonly
seen in the U.S.

Sostanon 250

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Brand Names: Durandron, Sostenon 250, Sustanon, Sustanon 250, Deposterona,
Description: Each sostanon 250 preload contains the following:
Testosterone propionate 30 mg, Testosterone phenylpropionate 60 mg, Testosterone isocaproate 60 mg, Testosterone decanoate 100 mg,
250 mgs. / 1 cc. vials or preloads. Sostanon 250 is one of the most popular steroids and for good reason. It is precisely set up to give you results for up to a
month after injection because each of the testosterones that make up sostanon 250 stay active in the body for differing time periods. It gives you almost instant
results that you can feel since it will hit you about 3 hours after your first injection. The reason for this is the fast acting properties of the testosterone propionate
that is in it. The testosterone phenylpropionate and testosterone isocaproate will typically stay active for about 2-3 weeks each and the testosterone decanoate
stays active in the body for up to a month. This combination is what gives sostanon 250 its quick onset which continues to hit you for about 4 weeks after the
last injection. This drug also degrades and tapers nicely for the same reasons. Some people will argue that sostanon is good because since it is made up of
multiple types of testosterone, that it “will hit multiple androgen receptors.” This could not be further from the truth. You only have one type of androgen receptor.
All steroids hit the same androgen receptor regardless of what you are taking.

Sostanon 250 is highly anabolic as well as highly androgenic. This makes it a favorite of those trying to bulk up. It is a steroid that gives you what you are
looking for; that 20-25 lbs during a 6 week cycle for most steroid novices. You gain mass rapidly and get a nice kick in stength as well while taking this drug.
There is almost a synergistic action to sostanon 250, meaning that the combination of the various testosterones in it work better together than the sum of their
parts. In this example, 1+1+1+1=5!
Another nice aspect of sostanon 250 is that it aromatizes less and gives you less water retention than other testosterones. This tranlates to a lower risk of gyno
and will tend to not give you as much of a “puffy look” as say testosterone cypionate or enanthate would. For these reasons alone, you can see why sostanon
250 would be preferred to other steroids. It is also fairly easy to obtain on the black market and a cinch to buy in Mexico as just about every pharmacy stocks
the bodybuilders friend, Sostanon 250!
Side Effects: The side effects tend to resemble other types of testosterones but it tends to not be as harsh. The typical side effects can include the following: nausea,
leukopenia, symptoms resembling a peptic ulcer, acne, edema (water retention), excitation or increased aggressiveness (commonly referred to as roid
rage), sleeplessness, chills, vomiting, diarrhea, hypertension, prolonged blood clotting time, increase in libido. Females had reported: menstrul irregularities,
post-menopausal bleeding, swelling of the breasts, hoarseness or deepening of the voice, enlargement of the clitoris, and water retention. Men had reported:
cases of impotence, chronic priapism, epididymitis, inhibition of testicular function, oligospermia, and bladder irritability. Some people that take sostanon 250
have reported “flu like” symptoms as well. These symptoms include a higher than normal fever, stomach aches, being tired, etc. These side effects tend to go
away after a few days and should not deter you from your goals of gaining muscle mass!
Effective Dose: 250 - 1000 mg / weekly. Sostanon is designed to be a time released steroid though and could theoretically be taken as little as once a month
since it stays active in your body for that time period, but for bodybuilding purposes, this is not practical. More commonly, bodybuilders will take between 500
- 750 mg per week for the desired effects. I have heard, and I am saying heard of people taking obscene amounts of sostanon though. I am talking about
3000 mg a week for some of these people. This is of course both stupid and wasteful, but I thought I would fill you in on the extremes.
Street Price: $16 - 20 / preload. Can be purchased in Mexico for around $6-7 American Dollars each.
Stacking Info: Very powerful drug which stacks with other steroids very well in a bulking cycle. Sostanon 250 is commonly taken along with anadrol 50, dianabol,
deca durabolin if they are looking to “mass up”. You can take with parabolan, winstol, or primobolan if you are looking for more quality muscle gains
that would also tend to stay with you longer. It is not typically taken precontest as there is still some water retention associated with taking this drug.

Stromba

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This drug was originally produced in Europe. The version available today is a market product made in a real lab. This is a steroid that is a counterfeit, but it is
the real drug according to at least one report. In fact in the course of surveying numerous steroid users, Stromba was rated as one of the best oral steroids for
gaining muscle size and weight. Users reported dramatic weight gains after taking the drug for as little as three weeks. Most of the athletes knew it was a counterfeit,
but none suffered any suspicious adverse reactions while taking it, Stanozolol is a high anabolic, low androgenic product. It usually does not aromatise,
but it can be toxic to the liver in high dosages. Women often get good results with stanozolol, but it can turn out to be too much for some, who suffer virilising
effects from it at even the lowest dosages. An average dose of Stromba is 20 mg to 40 mg daily for men, 5 mg to 10 mg for women. It costs about $45 for
100 tabs, and is still easily attained on the black market.

Sten

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Sten is an low dose testosterone blend produced in Mexico. Each 2ml ampule of Sten contains 25 mg testosterone propionate, 75mg testosterone cypionate
along with 20mg DHEA. Holding the DHEA irrelevant at the moment, this steroid basically contains 50mg of testosterone per ml. With testosterone, 200-400mg
per week is most common, so when used by athlete’s, 3 or 4 ampules of Sten are usually injected per week in divided doses to break up the injection volume.
Still, this adds up to 6 or 8 ml per week which is quite a bit when compared to other products like Sustanon. For this reason, Sten is generally used only when
other testosterones are unavailable. In Mexico, 2 ampules are packaged in a box along with a 3ml syringe (odd) and sells for about $5. Here in the U.S., one
ampule of Sten is often priced as high as $10. As of yet, Sten should probably be considered a safe buy.

Spectriol

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(methandriol dipropionate, durabolin) 1 cc/amp

This drug is a new veterinarian steroid. The few athletes who have used this drug were pleased with what they saw; quality gains in strength and size. They
said it worked like injectable Dianabol. It will not aromatise much and it is not very toxic to the liver. It should gain in popularity, but for now there are only a
select few who have access to it.

Spectriol

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Slow K

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(potassium chloride) 600 mg/tab 100/bottle

Slow release tablets. This drug is indicated for the treatment of potassium depletion. This could be caused by disease or in the case of some bodybuilders it is
caused by the use of strong diuretics. This is a strong prescription potassium drug. Many body builders use it several days before and the day of a bodybuilding
contest. Very often bodybuilders use strong diuretics to get ripped up. The users of these drugs cause the body to lose a great deal of sodium and potassium.
With the loss of potassium, which helps keep water balance in the muscles, the muscles usually are left very flat looking. Not only that but they can tie up
into severe cramps when flexed. The use of diuretics can cause the loss of up to 3000 mg of potassium per day. This will wipe out reserves quickly and cause
the cramping. In an attempt to keep this from occurring, many use Slow K. It can keep the muscles looking full and prevent painful cramping that makes posing
impossible. Unfortunately this drug can be very dangerous. If the athlete gets too much of it, it can cause cardiac arrest. This is because potassium is responsible
for maintaining heart functions as well. The most popular way of using Slow K has been to take one tablet every eight hours, for a total of three, daily, if
the bodybuilder is suffering cramping. If not, they usually use one tablet per day just to keep the muscles from getting too flat. Slow K is used only when the athlete
is taking a diuretic like Lasix, and only for three or four days; the three preceding and day of a show in most cases. Other side effects may occur like vomiting,
nausea, and diarrhea. Also it can cause bleeding ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract. This happens with prolonged use though. Dosages should be individualised
by a doctor because of the side effects. It has been available on the market, but most often athletes get this drug from their doctor. It usually costs about
$1 per tablet.

Revalor

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Known Name Brands: Revalor-S

Description: Revalor is another of the cattle implants that continues to gain popularity with bodybuilders since steroids are becoming harder and harder to get
for some people. Each Revalor pellet contains 20 mg. of trenbolone acetate apiece and 20 mgs. of estrodiol. This is the same as Finaplix except the compound
contains the added estrdiol. Original Finaplix production was stopped about a decade ago and they created this product since they decided the extra estradiol
helped the cattle gain weight better. Revalor contains the famed trenbolone acetate steroid which is very strong and androgenic as well as being highly anabolic
as well. It will give you a very fast and powerful strength gain without a lot of added bodyweight since trenbolone acetate does not cause water retention in
the body. Trenbolone acetate helps to accelerate fat burning which made it a popular product with competitive bodybuilders because it helps to add to muscle
hardness and density. It is also very popular with powerlifters that have to stay within a certain weight class. Revalor has many side effects as well besides the
fact that it is not the most sterile since it is a vet drug. Trenbolone acetate is a very kidney toxic steroid. Revalor does contain estradiol which will cause gyno
easily if this product is used as is. You need to follow the directions on the Synovex page to get the estradiol separated from the steroid that you are going to
use. Revalor-S cartridges contain 70 pellets apiece. You can’t eat the cartridges either. They must be administered one of two ways:
One way is to use DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) to make the steroid transdermal meaning that it will now pass through the skin. There are a variety of forms that
DMSO is available but the gel version works the best and is the easiest to use. What you want to do is grind up about 2 pellets worth of the crystals into as
fine of a powder as you can and then mix it with one teaspoonful of DMSO and one of water and apply to the skin every 2 days as that is the effective time
span for trenbolone acetate. This will give you about a 40 mg. dose of trenbolone acetate. You can then rub this compound into your skin and wrap the area
with a piece of saran wrap to help get the compound to absorb into the skin easier since it will heat it between the saran wrap and your body to aid in absorption.
The other way to take this compound is through injection. You can do this by mixing the compound with about 2 cc of oil or sterile water and injecting it that
way. Even grinding up the particles as fine as you can you will have to use about an 18 gauge needle to inject this concoction. I would suggest using the
DMSO method above to do this.
Effective Dose: Doses are in the range of 30mg - 60mgs every 2 days. • Street Price: Prices run about $60-80 per cartridge.
Stacking Info: In precontest, this drug is commonly used with Winstrol or Stromba to give great hardness and quality to muscle if you are already low fat. For a
mass phase, this steroid is commonly stacked with either testosterone, Dianabol, or Anadrol 50 with kickass results being reported.

Ralgrow

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Description: This is another cattle implant that athletes have been experimenting with. Ralgrow comes in a wheel cartridge that contains 24 pellets per cartridge.
Each pellet contains 72 mgs of Zeranol. These pellets are intended to be implanted in cattle. Ralgrow has been effective in promoting weight gains in
cattle and appears to be nearly as effective and more acceptable than the use of steroids in those animals. Even though Ralgrow promotes weight gain in cattle
it does not work in humans. There are some reports that this product is only effective in animals with the gastric structure of cattle. This would not include
humans as we only have one stomach. Some think that the weight gain in the cattle comes simply in the form of visceral mass gain. Athletes are trying to gain
muscle mass not visceral mass.
Simply said, don’t waste your money on this compound. You will sorely be disappointed with the results. For those of you that think you know more that I do
though, you can follow the Finaplix directions for either an injected compound or use DMSO to transdermally receive the Zeranol. Don’t say I did not tell you it
won’t work though.
Effective Dose: Who cares, it does not work. • Street Price: Who would want to buy it anyway.
Stacking Info: You can let me know.

Quinolone

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This was another of the original DDR compounds. It was seen in 30 cc vials and was supposed to be a great pre-contest drug. As with the other DDR’s, it was
a mix of domestic steroids that were not worth $300. Another firm started making a new version of Quinolone, but as with all these basement drugs, it should
be avoided for certain.

Proviron

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Proviron, or mesterolone, is a popular antiestrogen used by bodybuilders. It acts as an antiaromatase, which means it prevents the aromatization of steroids
into estrogen. Proviron is frequently used by athletes on heavy cycles of steroids to prevent gynecomastia. It is also favored by competitive bodybuilders since a
lower estrogen level corresponds with increased muscle hardness and lower water retention.One or two 25 mg per day should be sufficient to prevent gynecomastia.
Proviron can also be combined with Nolvadex (tamoxifen citrate) if needed. Side effects are extremely rare with dosages under 100 mg per day. One
major problem with Proviron is that it tends to reduce the gains made from a cycle. This is due to the fact that Proviron is an androgen and therefore binds to
androgen receptor sites within the body. With Proviron binding to androgen receptor sites, the other steroids present in the body (androgens) are blocked out
and unable to take effect. Consequently, many athletes prefer to keep the intake of Proviron at its minimum effective dosage in order to make sufficient gains
while still preventing gynecomastia. Proviron is usually fairly easy to obtain on the black market. Most versions are manufactured by Schering and cost about
$1-$2 per 25 mg tab. Proviron can come in push-through strips or small glass vials. There is currently no need to worry about authenticity when buying
Proviron since no counterfeits of this product are known exist.

Primobolan Depot

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Primobolan Depot is an injectable steroid produced by Schering and sold in various parts of the world. It contains the steroid metenolone enanthate, which is a
long acting anabolic with extremely low androgenic properties. The anabolic properties of this steroid also are mild. Primobolan is most commonly used during
cutting cycles although some users do stack it with stronger drugs like testosterone and Dianabol for mass cycles. This drug is most commonly injected on a
weekly basis and dosages range widely. At 100-200 mg weekly Primobolan should not interfere with natural testosterone levels and should not produce noticeable
side effects. In Europe it is not uncommon for Primobolan to be used at such doses for long term therapy. Among athletes, steroid novices will respond to
weekly doses of 200 mg but regular users often inject much higher doses looking for a stronger anabolic effect. Primobolan Depot comes in 1ml glass ampules
containing 100mg of the drug in Europe and 50mg throughout areas of South America. In the U.S. the 50mg ampules from Mexico and 100mg ampules from
Spain most commonly show up.

Primobolan Buccal

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50 mg/tab 30 tab/bottle

This is the most powerful form of oral Primobolan. It is made to dissolve between the gum and cheek. A great deal more of the drug gets into the blood this
way as opposed to orals. It has the same effects as other Primobolans and is very safe to use. This has become a very popular drug with pre-contest competitors
for several reasons. It is the most widely available form of Primobolan on the black market. It also gets out of the system fast for those who are headed
towards a drug test. Finally it is a way around the painful Acetate injections for many. This drug is available in the 5 mg form over the counter in Mexico.
Although it is not the most convenient dosage, nowadays folks are taking what they can get. Thus you will see a great deal of your fellow lifters in Texas popping
10 of these little tabs a day. At an over the counter price of $5.30 U.S. funds, it is not all that expensive. The 50 mg tabs go for about $45 for 30 tabs
on the market.

Primobolan Acetate

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This is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone, which is very popular with bodybuilders. The drug is very low androgenic compound and it is not toxic to the liver.
Primobolan will not aromatise, and it is one of very few steroids, which have proven to be effective on a low calorie diet. This is why so many pre-contest bodybuilders
use it, including the best in the business. While using Primobolan, a lifter can shed fat and retain muscle better than with any other steroid. It will not
result in massive weight or strength gains, but some like to use it on muscle building cycles, especially women. In fact a great number of women do use this
drug, and for them it is one of very few steroids they should ever experiment with. Users report fair but high quality muscle gains with Primobolan. Side effects
seldom result from its use, even in high dosages. The Acetate version of this drug is the most popular. Users say it has the most “kick” of all the Primobolans.
Even though this product is an oil based injectable, it is very fast in and out of the system. Therefore shots are taken every other day, at an average dosage of
20 mg per shot half that for women. This drug’s major drawback is that the shots can be extremely painful for a lot of people. It seems there are a great number
of people who are allergic to acetates. Once found abundantly on the U.S. black market, Primobolan Acetate is now very hard to find. It costs around $12
per ampule.

Phenformin

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Known Name Brands: Debeone, Fenformin,

Description: Phenformin - “Debeone - 25 mg. tablets”,”Debeone ‘DT’ -50 mg. capsules. Debeone is just a brand name for phenformin which is another oral
hypoglycemic drug. Phenformin was made to be used to control mild to severe adult onset diabetes . This drug was no longer made accessable to the public
after 1977 since it was associated with the development of lactic acidosis. This drug is will increase the body’s ability to transport glucose into the muscle cells
much better by increasing insulin sensitivity. This substance will also inhibit the body’s formation of sugar by the liver whereby lowering insulin secretion in the
body. This substance is very similar to Glucophage (see page) that is also an oral hypoglycemic except that phenformin is considered the harsher of the two
compounds. Phenformin is considered to be from 5 - 10 times stronger than Glucophage at what it does for the body on a mg. per mg. comparison.
Glucophage has signifigantly less side effects than phenformin has as well. The chance for an overdose causing hypoglycemia with the use of Glucophage is
dose related whereas you almost have to take a lethal dose. Phenformin will increase insulin sensitivity in the body as well.
As far as bodybuilders are concerned, this product is used as an oral form of insulin. It will cause greater glycogen supercompensation during carb-ups as well
as lowering blood glucose for those that are using the BodyOpus or Atkins diet to induce ketosis more easily. This drug is commonly taken as well to increase
pumps and vascularity. Common side effects of Phenformin are a metallic taste in the mouth, nausea, and vomiting. This drug is also associated with the development
of lactic acidosis, which has a mortality rate of 50 - 75 % of the people who contract this disease. I would recommend staying away from this one
since Glucophage is available and the side effects don’t include diseases with a tendency twords death. That is just me though.
Effective Dose: At the very most, you would take 150 mgs. taken in three divided doses with water before meals
Street Price: Unknown
Stacking Info: This compound is commonly taken with Creatine in order to help shuttle the creatine into the muscles more effectively since this product increases
insulin sensitivity.

Pesomax

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100 mg per cc 1 cc/ampule

This drug is an injectable form of dihydrotestosterone. It is very popular with European athletes, but is seldom available in the U.S. Bodybuilders like Pesomax
for contest preparation. It reportedly promotes muscle growth and lipolysis. Its effectiveness holds good even on low calorie diets. Pesomax is not a steroid for
gaining substantial strength of weight. Two of the bodybuilders interviewed claimed that it is used in a stack with Protropin (GH). Pesomax will not aromatise
under any conditions and is not toxic to the liver. The bodybuilders who are using this drug are obtaining it from European sources or from Canada it seems.
Pesomax has gained popularity in drug tested events because it has escaped detection thus far. Dosages seen were 100 mg every other day.

Oreton

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(testosterone propionate) 100mg/cc 10cc or 30cc vial

Oreton is a fast-acting oil-based testosterone. It is very similar to Depo-Testosterone except it is only effective in the system for about five days. Therefore shots
are taken twice a week. Oreton can be effective for size and strength gains like other testosterones and it does cause a number of side effects. Gynecomastia,
water retention, and aggression are most common. Few athletes use Oreton anymore mainly because it is not nearly as available as other testosterones. Others
do not care for the frequent shots that are required even though they think the drug has similar effects to Depo-Testosterone. Average dosages are in the range
of 200mg to 400mg per week.

Nolvadex

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(tamoxifen citrate) 10mg/tab 60 or 250/bottle

This drug is a potent nonsteroidal anti-estrogen. It is intended for use in estrogen dependent tumors, i.e. breast cancer. Steroid users take Nolvadex to prevent
the effects of estrogen in the body. This estrogen is most often the result of aromatizing affect of steroids. It can aid in preventing edema, gynecomastia, and
female pattern fat distribution, all of which might occur when a man’s estrogen levels are too high. Also these affects can occur when androgen levels are too
low, making estrogen the predominant hormone. This can occur when endogenous androgens have been suppressed by the prolonged use of exogenous
steroids in combination with cutting of these exogenous sources. Nolvadex works by competitively binding to target estrogen sites like the breast. This drug is
not toxic nor have any side effects been seen in athletes who used the drug as an anti-estrogen. This drug is the most popular anti-estrogen among steroid users
by far. Although this drug does not turn out to be 100% effective for everyone, it does seem to exhibit some level of effectiveness for all. It works so well for
some bodybuilders, they can take untraditional drugs like Dianabol or Anadrol right up to a contest as long as they stack it with Nolvadex. It would seem wise
to take this drug in conjunction with any steroid cycle. Most reported a dosage of 10mg to 20mg daily got the job done. Availability of Nolvadex has been
fair on the black market. Women athletes have not found this drug to be of much benefit.

Nilevar

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(norethandrolone) 10mg/tab 100/bottle

This is a very androgenic steroid. It is used for size and strength, and for some it is quite effective. Unfortunately this drug is very toxic and aromatises easily.
Many users reported heavy water retention (edema) while taking Nilevar. Dosage of 30mg to 40mg daily are suspected average. This drug is very rarely seen
on the market.

Naprosyn

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(naproxen) 250mg/tab 100/bottle

This drug is a potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent. It is often used to treat patients with rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces joint swelling, stiffness, and pain
in many patients. Naprosyn is also used to treat tendonitis and injuries seen commonly with weight training athletes. This drug works by preventing the production
of a certain hormone called prostaglandin. It is not degenerative like corticosteroids are, but it works equally as well in most patients. It has proven to be
effective in relieving the joint pain a lot of lifters experience while training. Unfortunately Naprosyn can cause serious stomach problems including bleeding
ulcers. Many users report stomach pain after taking the medication. This seems to be less severe if the dose is taken with a large meal. Any person who has suffered
any type of stomach ulcer is advised to stay away from Naprosyn. Recommended dosage is 500mg daily and should not be exceeded. Duration of use
should be from seven to 14 days, no longer. Other anti-inflammatories, which are very similar to Naprosyn, are Tolectin and Ibuprofen (Motrin). These drugs
are usually attained from a physician.

Nandrabolin

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25mg or 50mg per cc 50 cc/vial. This is a veterinarian steroid found primarily in canada and Europe. It can be thought of a very long acting version of Deca.
Whereas Deca cna stay active in the system for two weeks, this product is usually active from three to four. The bad thing about Nandrabolin is that it is only
available in low milligram doses. This product is presently not being counterfeited and is cheap.

Methyltestosterone

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Methyltestosterone is one of the oldest available oral steroids. It is produced by many various manufacturers and sold in a number of countries including the
U.S.. It is quite androgenic, with minimal anabolic effects. For athletic purposes, methyltest is generally only used to stimulate aggression among power lifters
and those looking to boost up their workouts. Many methyltest tabs are sublingual (to be placed under the tongue) for faster absorption. These tabs can generally
be identified by a notable citrus flavor to them. A couple tabs placed under the tongue before a visit to the gym may make for an aggressive workout. Aside
from this, methyltest offers little except androgenic side effects. It is quite toxic, elevating liver enzymes and causing acne, gynocomastia, aggression and water
retention quite easily. Were one to tolerate these side-effects, methyltest will offer little more than some slight strength gains. One looking for quality muscle mass
from a steroid cycle should be looking elsewhere. Counterfeit steroids sometimes contain only methyltest in an effort to deceive the buyer. This is due to the fact
that it is very cheap in bulk and obviously may fool an inexperienced user.

Methyl

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Discontinued names: Metandren / Android. 25 mg tabs Oral, 100/bottle by LACROIX Labs, Monaco Cedex sold in just about every drug store south of the
Boarder in Mexico. Cost about $20-$25. This drug is oral testosterone. It`s mainly a male androgen replacement. More androgenic than anabolic dosages are
one to two tabs per day. It aromatizes easily, and for the most part is obsolete, except for a few limited uses which work great. Methyltestosterone tabs take
about 30 min, to get into the system, this drug promotes Agression, perhaps better than any other steroid. The Agression lasts about 1 1/2 to two hours with
deminishing effects optimal max.Dose 50 mg per day. Best taken before weightlifting workout. It makes you very agressive while you workout, thus makes you
work harder, stronger, and with more focus. It increases your strength via agression, it seems to contribuite to health and added energy. This belongs to the 17
Alpha-group of steroid which will cause mildly elevated liver function tasts. As with any 17 alpha group steroid basic liver function tests should be monitored.
Due to the agressive nature of this steroid using it in conjunction with alcohol, other drugs, or steroids is not advisable.

Methandriol Dipropionate

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This drug is derived from androstenediol, which is a metabolite of testosterone. It has not been seen in any form for several years in the athletic community. Just
recently though it has shown up in a couple of new vet drugs from Australia; Spectriol and Drive. Methandriol itself is a high anabolic, high androgenic steroid.
It is used for strength and weight gains. Some lifters feel it works well stacked with injectable testosterones. One claim is that it enhances receptor stimulation,
causing the drug it is stacked with to bind better to androgen sites at the cell. Perhaps this is why the two new drugs previously mentioned are combination
drugs. Methandriol will aromatise and it is moderately toxic. A popular counterfeit, Abolic injection or Metabolin claimed to be Methandriol dipropionate. It
was quite abundant on the market, but has pretty much disappeared from the market at this time.

Metandren

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(methyltestosterone) 5 and 10mg/tab buccal, 25mg/tab oral, 60 or 100 per bottle

This drug is oral testosterone. It is more androgenic than anabolic. It aromatises easily and is toxic to the liver. This product was developed many years ago
and is quite obsolete today. Still many athletes take the drug to promote aggression. This often is a desired effect for powerlifters, or competitive athletes. The
drug gets into the system very fast; in just about an hour its androgenic effects can be felt. Powerlifters claim this helps their strength when taken before a workout
or contest. This is probably the only use for Metandren as it has not been too great for building size or permanent strength. Still some athletes favor it in a
cycle with other anabolics. Average doses have been 20mg to 50mg daily.

Maxibolin

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(ethlestrenol) 2mg/tabs 100/bottle

This is a low androgenic oral steroid, which is derived from 19-nortestosterone. This drug is popular with women who favor its high anabolic properties. Some
athletes felt this drug was quite effective for quality muscle gains especially when stacked with other steroids. Water retention and aromatisation are minimal.
The drug is moderately toxic to the liver in high dosages. It is rarely used in the U.S. anymore. Those who do take it claim high dosages are necessary for
results; from 20mg to 40mg daily.

Laurabolan

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50-(Fortabol)

Description: 50 mgs. / cc. in 10 or 50 cc. vials. This is a vet steroid that can be found in Mexico. This is a slower onset but longer acting version of Deca-
Durabolan. It will remain active in your body for about 1 month after injection the only shitty thing being that it is only available in low mgs. doses. This baby
will come cheap across the border only costing you around $90 - 100 for the 50 cc. variety which is a whopping 2500 mgs!
Effective Dose: 100 - 200 mgs. / Every 3 days
Street Price: $175 for the 50 mgs. / 50 cc. vial
Stacking Info: Good with just about everything that Deca-Durabolan is

Implus

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Description: Implus is another of the cattle implants that bodybuilders are utilizing in the attempt to get steroids. This product comes in a rotary cartridge that
contains 20 pellets per cartridge with 5 cartridges in a box. Each pellet is 3” in length and contains 200 mgs. of testosterone propionate as well as 20 mgs. of
estradiol benzoate. The estradiol is added to the product to increase size in cattle. Implus is a drug intended for veterinarian use in cattle to increase weight
gain and feed efficiency. This product is identical to Synovex-H except that there are twice the amount of pellets in one cartridge and the black market price is
marketly less expensive on this product. This is probable due to the fact that most people are only aware of Finaplix and Synovex as a rule. The unfortunate
side to using this for athletic gains is that it contains estradiol which will cause big time gyno if it is left in the product and used as is. You can read further
about the effects of testosterone propionate on it’s page. I don’t want to be redundant here. As far as side effects go, if you don’t seperate the estradiol from
the pellets you are going to be screwed with gyno, you don’t want to have. These are not the most sanitary things either. Keep in mind that these were made
for animals and there is not near the precautions taken when making these as there is with medicine. The other side effects are the same as with testosterone
propionate.
There is a way to remove the estradiol from the implant by doing to following:
Gather about 2-3 of the pellets together and grind them up with the back of a spoon and make the pellets into as fine of a powder as you can. Then, get 50 ml
of diethyl ether (pretty easy to obtain from any chemical supplier) and mix this combination together in a bowl. You then have to let the solution evaporate
allowing crystals to form in the bowl. The crystals that form at the top of the bowl contain the estradiol that you are trying to get rid of. You then need to place
this solution in the freezer overnight to help aid in most of the estradiol being removed from the testosterone-ether solution. By the next morning, you will pull
this solution out of the freezer and the frozen crystallized estradiol will have risen to the top of the bowl (just like bread rising in the oven, he! he!). You then
would scrape or scoop the crystals off the top of the solution and get rid of them. The remaining crystal that are left at the bottom of the bowl contain the testosterone
propionate that you are trying to get. Then let them air dry for a while to get the majority of the ether off the crystals. You then need to place these crystals
in the oven on a low temperature to get rid of any ether that remains for a few hours and you should have left the dry testosterone propionate crystals that
you need with a minimum of ether left in them. Make sure you have let them air dry first though. You don’t want to blow up the house by putting a bowl of
ether in the oven just because you are a little to fucking impatient to get big. Make sure that it is a electric oven as well, you definitely don’t want to use a gas
oven for this procedure.
After separating the testosterone propionate from the solution, you have two choices for using this compound. One way is to use DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) to
make the steroid transdermal meaning that it will now pass through the skin. There are a variety of forms that DMSO is available but the gel version works the best and is the easiest to use. What you want to do is grind up the crystals to as fine of a powder as you can and then mix it with one teaspoonful of DMSO
and one of water and apply to the skin every 2-3 days as that is the effective time span for testosterone propionate. You can then rub this compound into your
skin and wrap the area with a piece of saran wrap to help get the compound to absorb into the skin easier, since it will heat it between the saran wrap and
your body to aid in absorption.
The other way to take this compound is through injection. You can do this by mixing the compound with about 2 cc of oil or sterile water and injecting it that
way. Even grinding up the particles as fine as you can you will have to use about an 18 gauge needle to inject this concoction. I would suggest using the
DMSO method above to do this.
Effective Dose: 50 - 100 mgs. every other day.
Street Price: The going street price on this product is about $70 per cartridge which will yield about 4000 mgs. of testosterone propionate.
Stacking Info: This compound is commonly stacked with Winstrol Depot, Metandiabol or Reforvit-B, or Parabolan.

Parabolan

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Parabolan is the only injectable form of trenbolone available world-wide. It is produced by Negma in France and sold in 1.5ml amps, one to a box. Each amp
contains 76mg of trenbolone hexahydrobenzylcarbonate. This product is very difficult to get on the black market, whereas good looking counterfeits are quite
easy to obtain. Make note that the real version comes with a clear plastic tray (not white). Parabolan exerts strong anabolic and androgenic qualities and does
not readily convert to estrogen. Gynocomastia is usually of no concern while using this product. However, very strong androgenic side effects will still be present.
Most importantly, kidney functions and blood pressure should be watched closely. Parabolan is generally considered an advanced users drug, too strong
and harsh to recommend to a beginner or non-competitive bodybuilder. For competition purposes, it produces a very hard and vascular physique.

IGF-1

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Description: Comes in 50 cc vials. This product is a freeze dried white powder that requires refrigeration and is light sensitive. This powder is supposed to be
reconstituted with bacteriostatic water to equal an amount of 50 cc. IGF-1 or insulin-like growth factor 1 is a structural homologue of insulin that exhibits insulinlike
activity. IGF-1 is synthesized in the liver and it is bound to carrier proteins that determine it’s biological actions. IGF-1 is also the peptide through which
growth hormone exerts most of its growth promoting effects. If you raise GH levels in the body, IGF-1 levels will also rise. IGF-1 does have an effect on insulin
production in the body. It will lead to a decrease in insulin secretion which at the same time increase insulin sensitivity. IGF-1 is chemically the same as insulin
but it is also somewhat different. IGF-1 does not seem to regulate glucose levels in the body like insulin does though.
As far as bodybuilders are concerned, IGF-1 has several good effects. It enhances nitrogen balance while simultaneously promoting fat loss. Bodybuilders are
claiming a 5% drop in bodyfat per month and huge increases in strength. It also seems to lower LDL cholesterol. IGF-1 also normalizes hypoglycemia and
hyperinsulinemia. It stimulates DNA synthesis and cell multiplication. It might stimulate red-blood cell production thereby increasing endurance. This action
would be similar to what EPO does for the body as well (see EPO description). It is about 3 times less effective in this process as EPO in that respect. EPO has
bee used for years to increase oxygen utilization efficiency. Bodybuilders have also found that IGF-1 reacts synergistically with long duration testosterone’s as
well. Testosterone enanthate increases serum IGF-1 levels in the body up to 21%.
When taken on its own, IGF-1 has a short half life. As is, the active duration is only about 10 minutes in the body. Binding proteins added to the compound
seem to extend the half-life dramatically. When coupled with IGFBP-3 (IGF binding protein-3), the half-life is extended to between 6 and 16 hours which is a
much more usable time duration. This product is very hard to get ahold of as well. Most people will probably never even see a vial of this stuff. It is only made
by three pharmaceutical companies in the world. To get some of this, you have to be either a research student or know someone who knows someone, who
knows someone....if you can find it, IGF-1 will cost you between $600-800 per bottle for 50 cc.
Effective Dose: 1/10 - 1/2 cc every other day. • Street Price: $600-800 per 50 cc vial.
Stacking Info: It is commonly stacked with insulin, growth hormone, and any and all steroids.

HCG

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Pregnyl by Organon. 5,000 to 20,000 IU (International Units) per 10 cc vials. This drug is not a steroid but it is widely used in athletics today. HCG is a natural
protein hormone secreted by the human placenta and purified form the urine of pregnant women. This hormone is not a natural male hormone but mimics
the natural hormone LH (Luetinising Hormone) almost identically. This LH stimulates the production of testosterone by the testis in males. Thus HCG sends the
same message and results in increased testosterone production by the testis due to HCG’s effect on the leydig cells of the testis. Normally this HCG is used to
treat women with certain ovarian disorders and it is used to stimulate the testis of men who may be hypogonadal. Athletes use HCG to increase the body’s own
natural production of testosterone which is often depressed by long term steroid use. Also when steroids are used in high dosages they can cause false signals
to the hypothalamus that results in a depressed signal to the testicles. Over a period of weeks of this depressed signal the testicles ability to respond to any signal
from the pituitary becomes very weak, which results in testicular atrophy. To avoid this athletes will use HCG to keep an artificial signal going to the testis
and preventing testicular atrophy.
When administered, HGC raises serum testosterone very quickly. A rise in testosterone firs appears in about two hours after injecting HCG. The second peak
occurs about two to four days later. HCG therapy has been found to be very effective in the prevention of testicular atrophy and to use the body’s own biochemical
stimulating mechanisms to increase plasma testosterone level during training. Some steroid users find that they have some of their best strength and
size gains while using HCG in conjunction with the steroids. This may wee be due to the facts that the body has high level of natural androgens as well as the
artificial steroid hormones at that time. The optimal dosage for an athlete using HCG has never been established, but it is thought hat a single shot of 1000 to
2000 IU per week will get the desired results. Cycles on the HCG should be kept down to three weeks at a time with an off cycle of at least a month in
between.
For example, one might use the HCG for two to three weeks in the middle of a cycle, and for two or three weeks at the end of a cycle. It has been speculated
that the prolonged use of HCG could repress the body’s own production of gonadotropins permanently. This is why the short cycles are the best way to go.
The side effects from HCG use include gynecomastia, water retention, and an increase in sex drive, mood alterations, headaches, and high blood pressure.
HCG raises androgen levels in males by up to 400% but it also raises estrogen levels dramatically as well. This is why it can cause a real case of gynecomastia
if dosages get too elevated for that person. Another side effect seen from HCG use is morning sickness (nausea and vomiting).
There have been no cases of overdose complications with the use of HCG nor have there been any associated carcinomas, liver or renal impairment. HCG
was at one point looked at to see if it could carry the AIDS virus, due to the fact that it is biologically active, but the latest word is that this could not be possible
in any way. So we see how HCG be used by athletes to avoid some of the problems associated with abruptly stopping a steroid cycle.
This product is also not picked up on steroid tests, so some athletes use it to keep androgen levels high before a contest that has drug testing. HCG must be
refergerated after it is mixed together, and it then has a life of about 10 weeks. It is taken intramuscularly only; this drug is often available by order of a physician
if you show symptoms of hypogonadism. It is hard to find on the black market.

Halotestin

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Halotestin is the Upjohn brand name for fluoxymesterone. This is a very strong oral androgen, with only slight anabolic effect. The strong androgen component
will generate good strength increases with little body weight gain. For this reason it is generally user by powerlifters or those who need to stay in a certain
weight class. Halotestin is 17 alpha alkylated, which along with it’s strong androgenic effects, make it a very harsh substance. It however, does not readily convert
to estrogen making this one of the few androgens favored for contest prepairation. It occasionally does show up on the black market and as of yet is not
heavily counterfeited. In Mexico, you will find this sold under the name Stenox in 2.5mg tabs.

Growth Hormone

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The use of exogenous sources of Growth Hormone has been popular in the United States for almost 8 years now. Originally, pituitary glands of cadavers.
Ascellacrin and Crescormon were the two most popular brand names on this original GH. While production was under way on the synthetic, recombinant DNA
versions of this drug, it was discovered that the biologically active form was associated with the formation of a rare brain virus called Creutzveldt Jacob
Disease. This was a fatal virus that afflicted a very small number of GH users, none of whom were athletes. In light of this discovery, the FDA removed all of
these natural GH versions from the market in the United States. Luckily, the synthetic recombinant versions were approved by the FDA a short time afterwards.
These versions were developed after years of experiments with amino acid chains. The first of these versions was patented and produced by Genentech Labs
with the brand name Protropin. A short time later, another form of synthetic growth Hormone gained FDA approval. It was produced by Eli Lilly Labs and brand
named Humatrope. This product was allowed to be patented because it was shown to be unique in that it contained a slightly different amino acid chain than
the Protropin. The difference was that Humatrope had 191 amino acid chains in sequence and Protropin had 192. For some very complicated reasons, the
191 amino acid configuration has been shown to be more effective. It had been speculated that these synthetic versions of GH would greatly improve the cost
effectiveness of using GH, yet that has not been the case. An athlete who wants to do a cycle of GH can still expect to be out as much as $4000 a month.
There are numerous versions of Growth Hormone available in Europe, the majority of which are made up of the 191 amino acid sequence. There is even a
form of the original human extract Growth Hormone, called Grorm which is available in a few countries. Although this drug is indicated for the treatment of
pituitary deficient dwarfism, it has been used extensively by athletes who are attempting to alter their body composition. Growth Hormone itself, is an endogenous
hormone produced by the pituitary gland. It exists at especially high levels during the teen years when it promotes growth of almost all tissues. It also contributes
to the deposition of protein and promotes the breakdown of fat for use as energy. As the body reaches full maturation, the endogenous levelsof GH are
substantially deminished. After this, GH is still present in the body but at a substantially lower level where it continues to aid in protein synthesis, RNA and DNA
reactions and the conversion of body fat to energy. By introducing an exogenous source of this hormone, athletes are hoping to promote these effects, causing
the body to deposit more muscle tissue while at the same time reducing body fat stores.
On paper, GH should work exceptionally well; however, it does not seem to be delivering up to its potential. Most athletes who have experimented with this
product end up being disappointed. There is some evidence that exogenous sources of GH are being destroyed by antibodies which appear after the introduction
of the synthetic compound. Although the 191 amino acid sequence versions have been shown to produce less of an antibody reaction, they are still not
yielding consistent results. I have speculated as to whether the introduction of exogenous GH would yield an appreciable degree of efficacy simply due to the
fact that the body does not have sufficient receptor affinity to GH in the post-teen years. A number of athletes claim that GH is not that effective on its own, but
in a stack with steroids it can do remarkable things. Perhaps there is some type of actual synegism created by the concomitant use of these two agents.
Empirical data suggests that the efficacy of GH is dose related and that the majority of users may not have been taking enough of it to get positive results.
Despite speculation concerning its efficacy, syntheric GH is being used by thousands of elite athletes. These include men and women bodybuilders, strength athletes,
as well as a multitude of Olympic competitors. Although Growth Hormone is banned by athletic committees, there is no method for the detection of it which allows drug tested competitors to use this product freely without any ramifications. Adverse reactions to GH use are rare but technically could involve
acromegaly (elongation of the feet, forehead and hands). Other possible side effects involve overgrowth of the elbows or jaw, thickening of the skin and a type
of diabetes.
There are numerous counterfeit versions of this product which are merely cashing in on the drug’s mystique and high price tag. The legitimate versions must be
refrigerated at all times, before and after they are reconstituted.
Effective dosages, seem to be in the area of 2 I.U., 2 - 4 times a week.
Cycle length is usually determined by how long the athlete can afford it. Some take the product for 6 week cycles, others use it year round. Legitimate GH is
hard to find, when it does show up, it sells for as much as $250 for 4 I.U.

Glucophage

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Description: Glucophage - 850 mg. tablets - 40 per box. Glucophage is a brand name for metformin which is an oral hypoglycemic drug. Glucophage was
made to be used to control adult onset diabetes. This drug is will increase the body’s ability to transport glucose into the muscle cells much better by increasing
insulin sensitivity. This substance will also inhibit the body’s formation of sugar by the liver whereby lowering insulin secretion in the body. This substance is very
similar to phenformin, that is also an oral hypoglycemic except that phenformin is considered the harsher of the two compounds. Phenformin is considered to be
from 5 - 10 times stronger than Glucophage at what it does for the body on a mg. per mg. comparison.
Glucophage has signifigantly less side effects than phenformin has as well. The chance for an overdose causing hypoglycemia with the use of Glucophage is
dose related whereas you almost have to take a lethal dose. It is common knowledge that Glucophage will increase insulin sensitivity as well.
As far as bodybuilders are concerned, this product is used as an oral form of insulin. It will cause greater glycogen supercompensation during carb-ups as well
as lowering blood glucose for those that are using the BodyOpus or Atkins diet to induce ketosis more easily. Common side effects of Glucophage are a metallic
taste in the mouth, nausea, and vomiting. This will become on the next big drugs used by professional bodybuilders in the coming years for its ability as a
repartitioning agent and blood glucose disposal agent.
Effective Dose: 1,700 mg. per day in divided doses. You have to take this with meals and with water to avoid stomach upset.
Street Price: Glucophage is very expensive in the US so I would anticipate a rather steep street price as well. Probably about $3 per pill.
Stacking Info: This compound is commonly taken with Creatine in order to help shuttle the creatine into the muscles more effectively since this product increases
insulin sensitivity.

GHB

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Description: GHB (Gamma-hydroxybutyrate) is both a metabolite and precursor of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid, or gammaaminobutyrate),
another nutrient to which it bears a close structural relationship. GHB, however, does not act directly on GABA receptor sites. It is has come to
be used in Europe as a general anesthetic, a treatment for insomnia and narcolepsy (a daytime sleeping disorder), an aid to childbirth (increasing strength of
contractions, decreasing pain, and increasing dilation of the cervix), a treatment for alcoholism and alcohol withdrawal syndrome, and for many other uses.
During the 1980s, GHB was widely available over-the-counter in health-food stores, purchased largely by body-builders for its ability to stimulate growth hormone
release which aids in fat reduction and muscle building. In the last few years it has been gaining popularity as a “recreational” drug offering a pleasant,
alcohol-like, hangover-free “high” with potent prosexual effects.
For the thirty years prior to 1990, the scientific papers on GHB were unanimous in reporting numerous beneficial physiological effects and the absence of longterm
negative effects. There are no documented reports of long-term [detrimental] effects. Nor is there any evidence for physiologic addiction.” GHB is not
approved in the US and was been banned from over-the-counter sale by the FDA as of November 8th, 1990. GHB has not yet been “scheduled” as a “controlled
substance” by the DEA, and therefore simple possession is not illegal. GHB continues to be sold to legitimate laboratories and scientists for research purposes,
but selling it specifically for human consumption, especially while making claims about its health benefits, is a violation of current FDA regulations and
policy.
Most users find that GHB induces a pleasant state of relaxation and tranquility. Frequent effects are placidity, sensuality, mild euphoria, and a tendency to verbalize.
Anxieties and inhibitions tend to dissolve into a feeling of emotional warmth, wellbeing, and pleasant drowsiness. One of the best things about GHB is
the fact that you won’t suffer any “hang-over” effects that you typically would if you had consumed an abundance of alcohol the night before.
GHB has no toxic effects on the liver, kidney or other organs. Reports that doses as high as twenty to thirty grams per twenty-four hour period have been used
for several days without negative consequences. The main side effects that are most commonly experienced are drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and sometimes
vomiting. More unusual and extreme reactions have included diarrhea, lack of bladder control, temporary amnesia, and sleep-walking. Whatever side effects
may be noted, they are often much more severe when GHB is combined with other central nervous system depressants such as alcohol or other downers.
GHB is a very interesting compound and has several effects that would be desireable for bodybuilders and athletes in general.
The following is a list of the desired effects:

1) Increasing natural growth hormone secretion-experts observed increases in plasma GH over a period of 90 minutes after GHB took effect. These plasma GH
levels reached a peak of nearly 40 ng/ml. This lead researchers to conclude that GHB supplementation stimulates the secretion of GH by the pituitary gland in
human subjects. It may cause a release of GH by modifying the amount of serotonin available to the nerve terminals. One Japanese study reported nine-fold
and sixteen-fold increases in growth hormone 30 and 60 minutes respectively after intravenous administration of 2.5 grams of GHB in six healthy men between
the ages of twenty-five and forty. GH levels were still seven-fold higher at 120 minutes. At the same time GH is being released, prolactin levels also rise. Serum
prolactin levels increase in a similar time-dependent manner as GH, peaking at five-fold above baseline at 60 minutes. This effect, unlike the release of GH, is
entirely consistent with GHB’s inhibition of dopamine. Other compounds which lessen dopamine activity in the brain (such as the neuroleptic Thorazine) have
been shown to result in prolactin release. Although prolactin tends to counteract many of the beneficial effects of GH, the sixteen-fold increases in GH probably
overwhelm the five-fold increases in prolactin.
2) Contributing to anabolism and lypolysis-GHB activates a metabolic process known as the “pentose pathway” which plays an important role in the synthesis
of protein within the body. It also causes a “protein sparing” effect which reduces the rate at which the body breaks down its own proteins. These properties,
along with GHB’s effect on growth hormone, underlie its common use as an aid to muscle-building and fat loss.
3) Inducing and improving sleep quality-The most remarkable facet of GHB-induced sleep is its physiological resemblance to normal sleep. For instance, GHB
sleep is characterized by increased levels of carbon dioxide in the arteries, as in normal sleep. During normal and GHB sleep, the CNS continues to be responsive
to “noxious stimuli” (pain and other irritations), a factor which sets limits on GHB’s uses in anesthesia. GHB facilitates both REM (rapid eye movement)
sleep, and “slow-wave” (non-REM) sleep, the stage of sleep featuring increased release of growth hormone. And unlike the unconsciousness induced by other
anesthetics, that triggered by GHB does not feature a systemic decrease in oxygen consumption. GHB temporarily inhibits the release of dopamine in the brain.
This may cause increased dopamine storage, and later increased dopamine release when the GHB influence wears off. This effect could account for the middleof-
the-night wakings common with use of higher GHB doses, and the general feelings of increased well-being, alertness and arousal the next day.
4) Helping to reduce body cortisol levels-this would make this drug or supplement or whatever classification you want to call it anti-catabolic.
5) Improving Sex-scientists have identified four main prosexual properties of GHB:
1) Loss of sexual inhibition-markedly among most women, 2) heightening of the sense of touch (tactility), 3) enhancement of male erectile capacity, 4) increased
intensity of orgasm.
Women often report that GHB makes their orgasms longer and more intense, as well as more difficult or time-consuming to achieve, especially at higher doses.
As with its other effects, GHB’s impact on female orgasm seems highly sensitive to small adjustments in dosage.
Obtaining the Reagents: NaOH, denatured ethanol and methanol are very easy to find. Just look up chemical products in the yellow pages. Those chemicals
are so common that you won’t be asked what you are going to do with it. Gamma-butyrolactone is difficult to find. It is typically used as a solvent for plastic
polymers, as an acrylic paint remover, and as a light weight lubricant. It would be good to remember this since they might ask you what you are needing the
chemical for. Several companies sell it on the net - make a search using Dejanews. Other companies sell complete kits for preparing GHB. The kits that are
available tend to be more expensive than just buying the raw chemicals outright.

Effective Dose: The effects of GHB can generally be felt within five to twenty minutes after ingestion. They usually last no more than one and a half to three
hours, although they can be indefinitely prolonged through repeated dosing. The effects of GHB are very dose-dependent. Small increases in the amount ingested
lead to significant intensification of the effect. Higher levels feature greater giddiness, silliness, and interference with mobility and verbal coherence, and
maybe even dizziness. Even higher doses usually induce sleep.
Determining the ideal dose is probably the trickiest aspect of working with GHB. The amount required for a given level of effect will vary from person to person,
and the dose-response curve is fairly steep. Overestimating the dose can have consequences ranging in seriousness from ruining your plans for the evening
to waking up in the emergency ward as a result of panic on the part of concerned-but-uninformed friends or relatives.
Once you have found the levels that give you the effects you desire, they will remain consistent. Tolerance to GHB does not develop. However, recent (not current)
alcohol consumption may decrease the effect of a given dose of GHB.
Most people find that a dose in the range of 0.75-1.5 grams is suitable for prosexual purposes, and that a quantity in the range of 2.5 grams is sufficient to
force sleep.
Some people think that GHB might lower potassium levels and should therefore be taken with potassium supplementation. Some research papers have identified
such an effect, others have not. If you want to play it safe, take a potassium supplement equal to 10% of the GHB dose.
Street Price: This stuff sells on the street for between $2 - 3 per gram. I would be wary though since you cannot tell how watered down the product is since it is
clear and you don’t know what kind of impurities are present when buying this stuff on the street.

Finajet

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(parabolan acetate) 50cc vial

This is an oil based veterinarian steroid from Europe. It is a derivative of 19-Nortestosterone. Finajet is a high anabolic, moderate androgen compound. It can
be toxic to the liver in excessive dosages. Finajet is a fast acting acetate, so shots are usually taken every other day. Athletes report very good strength gains
with minimal water retention or weight gains. Some feel it is very effective for hardening up a lean physique, i.e. pre-contest bodybuilders. This drug is too high
in androgens for women, even in the smallest dosages. A high number of allergic reactions to this drug have been seen. Almost 10% of the athletes who used
Finajet reported very painful injection sites, flu like symptoms, and/or skin rashes. This is the drug’s major drawback. Effective dosages are in the range of half
cc to one cc every other day.

Exoboline

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This product is marketed in Germany as a non-steroidal anabolic drug. It is not available in the US commercially or “otherwise”. Exoboline is a co-enzyme of
vitamin B12. This participates in protein synthesis and is water based injectable, so we assume that it is quite fast acting and relatively short lived in the body,
and probably has zero side effects ? It should get in the states one way or the other.

Essentiale Forte

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This is an Italian made specialty pharmaceutical which is manufactured by Nattermann. It contains linolenic, linoleic and oleic acid as well as a blend of B vitamins.
European steroid users often use this product in an effort to maintain optimum hepatatic function. This may be an effective way to combat a few of the
toxic effects of anabolic steroids.

Esiclene

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substance: formebolone

Esclene has some very unusual characteristics. It will allow any muscle to increase in size within a very short period of time. Basically esiclene stimulates the tissue
at the point of injection causing a slightly painful inflammation and swelling of the muscle tissue itself. Because inflammation is normally painful esiclene
ampules usually contain 20mg lidocaine, a mild painkiller. The swelling only lasts for about four to five days making this a popular right-before-competition
drug to help size-up the under developed muscle groups. Esiclene is often injected daily to make up for the decrease in swelling. Esiclene only promises temporary
gains of around 1-1.5 in on arms and calves when used daily at injections of around 1ml the first day and 2ml (one per muscle) the days following. It is
difficult to find on the black market, however, it is very affordable. In Italy a box of six ampules costs approximately $8 and on the black market an ampule
may cost between $10 and $12. Esclene is a water dissolved steroid making it good for getting hard muscles and because it has no real side effects (other
than the pain and every once in a while a misshaped muscle) it is a popular drug for both men and women.
Trade Names: Esiclene I mg drops; LPB I; Biofarma PT, Esiclene 4 mg/2ml LPB I;, Esiclene 5 mg tab.; LPB 1; Biofarma PT, Hubernol (o.c.) 1 mg drops; ICN
Hubber ES, Hubernol (o.c.) 5 mg drag.; ICN Hubber E.

Equipoise

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Equibold, (boldenone Undecylenate) 50cc or 10cc vials, 50mg per cc

This is an oil based veterinarian steroid which is a derivative or testosterone. Equipoise is very widely used by athletes. It is a high anabolic, moderate androgenic
steroid. It has low levels of toxicity and aromatizing qualities, even though it will aromatise on some more than others. The actions of the steroid are fairly
similar to dianabol without as much water retention in most cases. When stacked with a low androgen like Primobolan, Equipoise has been effective for cutting.
Stacked with testosterone it has shown the ability to enhance strength dramatically. The athletes who have used this drug reported it has shown the ability to
echance strength dramatically. The athletes who have used this drug reported consistently good results with few side effects. Dosages have been in the range of
three to six ccs a week.

Equipoise

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Equipoise, or boldenone undecylenate, is a favorite veterinary steroid of many athletes. Its effects are strongly anabolic, and only moderately androgenic. By
itself, Equipoise will provide a steady and consistent gain in mass and strength. However, best results are achieved when Equipoise is used in conjunction with
other steroids. For mass, Equipoise stacks exceptionally well with Anadrol(oxymetholone), Dianabol(methandrostenlone), or an injectable testosterone like
Sustanon 250. Equipoise is also highly effective for contest preparation since it aromatizes very poorly. Muslce hardness and density can be greatly improved
when Equipoise is combined with Parabolan(trenbolone hexahydrobencylcarbonate), Halotestin(fluoxymesterone), or Winstrol(stanozolol). Average dosages of
Equipoise are 200-400 mg per week. Injections are usually taken every other day. Since Equipoise is only available in a 25 or 50 mg/ml version, voluminous
injections may become a problem. If high volume injections are made too frequently to the same injection site, an oil abscess may form. An oil abscess will
often dissipate on its own, but in extreme instances, a doctor will need to drain it. Therefore, athletes should take caution and rotate injection sites. Equipoise is
not readily available on the US black market, but it can be found. One of the more popular versions is Ganabol from Laboratorios V.M. in Middle and South
America. It is mostly seen in 50 ml vials, but is also available in 10, 100, and 250 ml versions. Ganabol comes in a brown glass vial with a green label. 50
mg/ml versions will have a large “50” on the label. There are no counterfeits of Ganabol. The World Anabolic Review estimates the price of Ganabol to be $8
per ml. This price was probably overestimated. A more typical price is about $4-$6 per ml.

EPO

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Description: Epogen or EPO comes in 2000, 3000, 4000, and 10,000 IU vials. EPO is an injectable protein hormone that acts on bone marrow to stimulate
red blood cell production. This is a new drug which is being experimented with by some elite athletes especially distance runners and elite cyclists. It was developed
for patients suffering aneniia due to disease. It has been very effective for what it is designed for and sometimes is used as a replacement for blood transfusions.
Athletes use this drug to dramatically increase red blood cells which are the oxygen carrying components of blood. Athletes are well aware that if they
can increase the oxygen-storing ability of their blood they can increase performance. This is the theory behind blood doping. EPO does the same thing but is
more convenient considering the use of EPO just requires a number of injections. Blood doping requires drawing out approximately a liter of blood, freezing it,
then thawing it and reinfusing it several weeks later. Unfortunately, EPO has some serious dangers associated with it. It is suspected to be the cause of over half
a dozen deaths amongst a circle of elite Dutch cyclists. EPO has a dramatic effect on hematocrit which is the percentage of red blood cells in blood. A hematocrit
of 40 means that 40% of the volume of blood is composed of red blood cells which is about normal. Athletes not uncommonly have a higher-than-average
hematocrit. When an athlete injects EPO, there hematocrit can rise as much as 40%. This results in an especially high concentration of RBCS. The danger sets
in when this hematocrit level gets too high. At this point, blood could literally ‘clog up’ an artery leading to a vascular disaster in the form of a heart attack
stroke, cardiac failure, or a condition called pulmonary edema; this is a form of water logging of the lungs because of left ventricular failure. The potential for
arterial accidents becomes even greater when an athlete gets dehydrated. Obviously, marathon runners and cyclists lose large amounts of fluid during competition.
This loss of fluid can raise the concentration of hematocrit even more, increasing the risk of a fatality. EPO use is most widespread amongst endurance athletes
yet a number of weightlifters have been experimenting with it.
Effective Dose: Between 50-300 IU/kg of bodyweight. Not to be used for more than 6 weeks. Will start seeing effects after week 2.
Street Price: I don’t have a clue on the street price of this compound. Dan Duchaine did say in his Underground BodyOpus book that the cost was most than
Growth Hormone though.

Durabolin

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50 mg/cc, 2 cc/vial. This steroid is almost identical to Deca-Durabolin except that is a faster acting compound. Its gets into the system rapidly and is active for
less than a week. Therefore, shots must be administered frequently, in
Note: The substance ephedrine hydrochloride is also part of numerous injectable solutions, drops, nasal sprays, syrups, ointments, powders, and fluids which,
however, are not listed here since athletes usually prefer tablets.
Ephedrine belongs to the group of sympathomimetics. Although it is not a hormone compound, we would still like to describe it briefly since it offers the athlete
three interesting effects. First, ephedrine has clear fatburning characteristics. On the one hand, this occurs since ephedrine produces heat in the body (thermogenesis).
Simplified, ephedrine slightly increases the body temperature so that the body burns more calories than usual. On the other hand, ephedrine stimulates
the thyroid gland to transform the weaker LT-4 (L-thyroxine) into the stronger LT-3 (liothyronine), thus accelerating the metabolism. The fatburning effect, with the
additional intake of both methylzanthine caffeine and aspirin, can almost be doubled. Scientific research has shown that the combination of 25 mg ephedrine,
200 mg caffeine, and 300 mg aspirin is ideal to produce a synergetic effect. Those who apply this combination three times daily, approximately 30 minutes
prior to a meal, will significantly burn fat. Competing bodybuilders have appreciated this for quite some time. Second, ephedrine has anticatabolic characteristics.
Thus if is especially useful for maintaining the muscle system while dieting. Finally, athletes often use ephedrine as a “training booster.” Since it has a mild
amphetamine-like effect on the central nervous system (CNS) it improves the concentration, vigilance, and the interplay of nerves and muscles. For this purpose,
25-50 mg ephedrine are taken approximately one hour before a workout. The athlete feels an immediate boost in energy which during workout can manifest
itself in a 5-10% increase in strength. Again, also in this case, the effect can be improved by taking caffeine and aspirin (s.a.). It is important to note that
ephedrine, administered for this purpose, is not to be taken more than three times a week; otherwise, the body gets accustomed to it and the “boost effect”
decreases, and much higher dosages are needed.
Side effects can manifest themselves in the form of more rapid heart beat, insomnia, tremors (light trembling of the fingers),
headaches, dizziness, high blood pressure, and lack of appetite. The last characteristic, however, is much appreciated by athletes on a diet. Ephedrine must not be taken when high blood pressure, a severe hyperfunction of the thyroid gland, irregular heart rhythm, or a recent myocardiac infarction are present. In
Europe ephedrine is a prescription drug which is mostly available in combination with other substances. Such a combination compound, for example, is the
German drug Perspiran N, which contains an additional 25 mg ephedrine hydrochloride and 125 mg theophylline per tablet. Theophylline increases the effect
of ephedrine. The Spanish Efedrina Level of Laboratorio Level S.A. Company can be found on the black market. A 50 mg tablet usually costs $ 10. The tablets
are indented, with “EFEDRINX stamped on the back. Twenty-four tablets are packaged in a small white plastic box with a pull-off label. It is interesting to note
that in the U.S. the substance ephedrine hydrochloride is not a prescription drug and is freely available while other stimulants and medicines used in sports are
either unavailable or available only at high risk on the black market. In special magazines for bodybuilders one can always find ads freely offering Ephedrine.
Until the time that this condition changes, Ephedrine is of no importance on the black market.

Dihydrotestosterone

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This is a parent compound of a number of steroid reparations. The hormone itself is one, which occurs naturally in the body. DHT is responsible for several of
the androgenic effects of testosterone like facial hair, genetic balding, and male reproductive organ development. It plays a major role in the building of skeletal
muscles. A great percentage of endogenous and exogenous testosterone’s are converted to DHT in the system which many feel results in the actual
anabolism of muscle tissue. Common side effects of DHT are acne and accelerated balding.

Dihydrolone

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This was another of the DDR compounds. It should be off the market by now. That should not warrant anyone’s attention though (it was the worst kind of counterfeit).

Depo Testosterone

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(testosterone cypionate) 200mg/cc 10cc/vial

This is an oil based injectable form of testosterone. It is high in androgens and is very anabolic as well. Depo-Testosterone aromatizes quite easily. Water retention
is often a problem when this drug is used. It is only moderately toxic to the liver, but can cause a marked disturbance in the body’s endogenous production
of testosterone. Depo-test is often a dramatic size and strength building drug. It can be stacked with a number of steroids and come out to be a great bulking
cycle. This drug is the most popular testosterone used by athlete.
Although the gains a person can make on testosterone’s are dramatic, the size and strength lost when the drug is stopped is also dramatic for most. This can be
compounded by the body’s suppressed endogenous testosterone production. Some users have minimal losses if they take Nolvadex throughout the cycle, come
off the drug very slowly, and take HCG right after the cycle. When taken in moderate dosages, its gains can outweigh its down side. Effective dosages for men
are in the range of 1cc to 3cc per week, women should not be using any testosterone.

Delatestrl

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This drug is very similar to Depo-Testosterone; it is injectable testosterone in oil. It is high androgenic, high anabolic, aromatizes easily, and is moderately toxic
to the liver. The main difference between Delatestrl and Depo-Testosterone is that Dela has a longer life. It remains active for over two weeks. This drug does
tend to cause very bad edema in some, which results in that familiar puffy look. This is all right for a lot of powerlifters who actually gain strength from the
excess water. The majority prefers dept, but some feel Dela is just as good or even better for gaining size and strength. The real advantage of Dela is that a
shot of Dela is only required about every 10 days to keep it working well. This can save comfort and money for the user. Nolvadex should always be used
along with this drug. Effective dosages range from 1cc to 3ccs every 10 days.

Deca Durabolin

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Deca Durabolin is the Organon brand name for nandrolone decanoate. World wide Deca is one of the most popular injectable steroids. It’s popularity is likely
due to the fact that Deca exhibits significant anabolic effects with minimal androgenic side effects. Considered by many the best overall steroid for a man to
use (side effects vs. results) Deca is most commonly injected once per week at a dosage of 200-400mg. With this amount, estrogen conversion is slight so gyno
is usually not a problem. Also uncommon are problems with liver enzymes, blood pressure or cholesterol levels. At higher dosages, side effects may become
increasingly more frequent, but this is still a very well tolerated drug. It should also be noted that in HIV studies, Deca has been shown not only to be effective
at safely bringing up the lean bodyweight of patient but also to be beneficial to the immune system. For bodybuilding, Deca can effectively be incorporated in
both mass and cutting cycles. One major drawback to Deca is that it can be detected in a drug screen for as long as a year after use. Unfortunately for many
competitive athletes, this makes Deca and other nandrolone products off limits. Deca is also a comparatively expensive anabolic. Black market, 200mg of Deca
will cost upwards of $20 in most instances. In the U.S., one would commonly find the Mexican veterinary version Norandren 50 from Brovel in Mexico. This is
a 50ml vial of what is supposed to be 50mg/ml nandrolone decanoate. Brovel Labs however, has a reputation for underdosing their products and this may be
closer to 35mg/ml. Extraboline and Deca-Durabolin from Greece are also commonly found, Extraboline usually being slightly cheaper. Retabolil from Bulgaria
(“Russian Deca”) is another commonly found product. These ampoules come one to a box and in 25mg and 50mg strength, the 50mg being almost exclusively
brought to the US. The ampoules have no band around the neck and no scoring. The larger box comes with a file, which is required to open this ampoule.
These ampoules have been made with 2 labeling styles, the first being a very easy to rub off red and yellow silk-screen directly on the glass and the other
being the simple paper label with gray text. Deca is also widely counterfeited in countless forms so caution should be taken when purchasing this on the black
market.

Danocrine

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Danocrine is an antigonadotropin. Danocrine from the substance Danazol, has a couple of popular trade names: Danatrol, Winobanin, Anargil, and
Mastodanatrol. Danocrine has no anabolic effect and a slight androgenic effect. Often times it is used to treat hormone related disorders such as gynecomastia.
Bodybuilders have been known to use a daily dose of around 400mg per day. Because it isn’t a very popular product it is tough to find on the black market. It
ranges in price, for 100capsules of 200mg each you can be expected to pay anywhere from $330-$390.
Possible side effects: (depending on the dose of course) hot flashes, perspiration, increased libido, increased liver values, and high blood pressure.

Cytadren

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Cytadren, the U.S. brand name for the drug aminoglutethimide, is an interesting drug (non-steroid), first brought to our attention a few years ago by Dan
Duchaine. It is most popular among competitive athletes who are drug tested, as this substance is currently not banned or tested for. Cytadren inhibits the production
of androgens, estrogens and cortisone (and related) in the body. Medically, this drug is used to treat Cushing’s syndrome, an condition in which the
body overproduces cortisone. For athletes with normal blood levels, a little less cortisone could still be a good thing. While androgens give your muscle cells a
message to increase protein synthesis, cortisone gives the exact opposite message, to breakdown amino acids. Since Cytadren also inhibits androgen production,
it is always used by athletes with some form of testosterone. Together with even a relatively small dose, one could shift the ratio of anabolic to catabolic
hormones in favor of the former. Cytadren also effectively inhibits estrogen production and androgen to estrogen conversion.
Research is bare as to the best way for athletes to administer Cytadren, but anecdotal evidence suggests that a schedule of 2 days on and 2 days off is effective.
One thing is for certain, when used by healthy individuals as an anti-catabolic, Cytadren cannot be taken daily. After a short period of regular use, your
body will react to the lowered cortisone levels and release increased amounts of another hormone, ACTH, in response. Increased ACTH will result in your body
resuming cortisone production, basically making Cytadren useless. When used medically though, a moderate amount of hydrocortisone is supplemented to
avoid this reaction. For athletes however, this would probably be a counterproductive practice. Thus the 2-day on 2 day off regime has been implemented in an
attempt to delay or avoid this response. As for the daily dosage, athletes have experimented with anywhere from 1/2 a tablet to 3 tablets per day (250mg), 1
or 2 being most common.
Cytadren is not without it’s side effects and warnings, which are numerous. To be very succinct, these include, but are not limited to, the possibility of fatigue,
dizziness, sleep disorder, apathy, depression, nausea/vomiting, stomach upset, thyroid dysfunction and liver disease. Athletes also report that the reduced cortisone
often brings about more aches in your joints and an increased susceptibility to injury. Currently Cytadren is expensive, around $2 a tab, which is probably
why it’s use has not become more wide spread.

Cynomel

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Cynomel is a synthetically form of the natural thyroid hormone 3, 5, 3’ triiodothyronine, which has all the pharmacological activities of the natural substance.
Clinically, Cynomel had been often utilized in efforts to have treated Hypothyroidism, which is a thyroid insufficiency, as well as other secondary symptoms
such as obesity, metabolic disorders, and fatigue. Thyroid hormones had been characteristically believed to have been able to have exerted most of their
actions through the control of protein synthesis. When moderate amounts of Thyroid hormones had been administered, they had been able to have increased
the synthesis of RNA and protein, which had often been followed by an increased basal metabolic rate; as well as having stimulated the oxidative enzyme systems.
This, in turn, had enhanced the release of free fatty acids from adipose tissue, and had increased the intestinal absorption and peripheral utilization of
glucose. When higher concentrations had been apparent, this had generally resulted in the decrease of protein synthesis, and in the increase of the breakdown
of glycogen, lipids and protein.
The Cynomel compound closely had resembled the natural thyroid hormone, Tricodide-thyronine (L-T3), and under normal circumstances, the thyroid usually had
produced two hormones, L-thyroxine (L-T4) and L4riiodine 4hyronine (L-T3). However, the latter hormone, had been much stronger and more effective of the two,
and had been approximately 4 times as potent as L-T4 on a weight basis.
When Cynomel had been administered orally, it had been readily available to the body tissue with approximately 95% of the dose being absorbed within 4
hours from the gastrointestinal tract. The biological half-life of Cynomel had been approximately two and a half days, with the maximal pharmacological
response having occurred within 2 or 3 days. This characteristic had also provided for an early clinical response, as the onset of activity had usually retired
within a few hours.

Several self-administering athletes had generally claimed that the synthetic compound of Cynomel had been able to have produced the same processes in the
body, as if the thyroid had been able to have to produced more of the hormone. Consequently, this entity had allowed Cynomel to have been more effective
than the compound of Eutirox or Tiroidine,56, which had been other commercially available L-T4 compounds that had been currently available in Mexico.
Many athletes had taken advantage of these characteristics, which had been able to have stimulated the metabolism, which in turn, had resulted in a faster conversion
of the macronutrients of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Bodybuilders, had been especially interested in increased fat burning (lipolysis) entities of the
compound of Cynomel. Cynomel had been often utilized by competing bodybuilders several weeks prior to competition, as it had aided in having maintained
an extremely low fat content, without the extremes of a starvation diet. This distinctive feature also had made it very popular amongst female athletes, due to the
fact that women generally had slower metabolisms than men. Administration of Cynomel had allegedly allowed for the ridding of bodyfat, without a drastic
caloric restriction. This also had many athletes to have been able to have remained on high calorie diets with the added advantage of having maintained a
“ripped” appearance. Athletes who had utilized Cytomel over several weeks, often had experienced a decrease in muscle mass, which had been discovered to
have been avoidable or at least delayed, by the simultaneous intake of steroidal compounds, and by the consumption of a protein rich diet.
Another advantage, which several athletes who had administered low dosages of Cynomel had claimed to have experienced, had been that the simultaneous
intake of steroidal compounds had appeared to have become more effective. This possibly may have occurred as a result of the faster conversion of protein.
Although some athletes still had utilized the administration of Cynomel, it had not been nearly as popular as it had once appeared to have been. Spiropent,
and Ephedrine (the latter is currently not available in Mexico), had emerged to have had employed the same accelerating metabolism effects, with other added
advantages such as possible strength and muscle increases. The combination however, of Cynomel and Spiropent, or Ephedrine (the latter is currently not available
in Mexico), had allegedly appeared to have had enormously accelerated lipolysis

Cyclofenil

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Cyclofenil is another non-steroidal ancillary drug used by athletes, similar to HCG and Clomid in action. This drug is most commonly used to increase endogenous
testosterone levels after a cycle in an attempt to avoid a hard crash while waiting for your hormone levels to naturally balance. Similar to HCG and
Clomid, cyclofenil seems to quickly and effectively raise natural levels. Anecdotally however, cyclofenil does has the reputation of being the weaker of the three.
Like Clomid, cyclofenil may also act as an anti-estrogen, binding to estrogen receptor sites and blocking out other estrogens. This is especially helpful when natural
testosterone levels are suppressed and an excess of estrogen may be present upon steroid termination. It should also be noted that some athletes have
experimented with using cyclofenil not as a post-cycle ancillary drug, but alone and solely for its anabolic properties. However, anyone familiar with anabolics
would likely be disappointed with the results cyclofenil would bring, as it is not an extremely strong product, and certainly would not work as well as anabolics.
Here in the U.S., Fertodur from Mexico is probably the most commonly imported cyclofenil product although it is produced in many other countries. Currently,
fakes should not be a problem with this product.

Cyclofenil

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Known Name Brands: Fertodur, Neoclym, Ondogyne, Rehibin, Sexovid.

Description: This product is usually found in boxes of 16-30 tablets in a box in dosages from 100-400 mgs. per tablet with the 200 mg. Fertodur Brand from
Mexico being the most common that is still seen. Cyclofenil is an estrogen that works as an anti-estrogen as well as a testosterone booster. It works as an antiestrogen
in that it is a weak estrogen that binds to estrogen receptors thus keeping the harsher estrogens from doing as much damage to the body during a
steroid cycle. Since this product does help to produce testosterone as well it is similar in action to HCG, Clomid, and Proviron. It will in fact increase the normal
testosterone levels to about double the normal level at a dosage of only 100 mg. per day. I really like this product. Most people say that it is weaker that the
other products of its kind listed above. It works so well in fact that it is taken by some people during their steroid cycle to keep estrogen levels low plus it has
some added effects that are also desirable. It keeps the water retention levels lower than normal and it gives the physique a harder appearance as well thus
making this product a potential precontest product in itself. Cyclofenil also will give you slight gains in bodyweight and strength as well as an increase in your
energy levels and a faster recovery rate after training. I personally took this product after my last cycle and have yet to see the normal drop off in strength that I
normally get after a cycle of steroids. This product, at this point, is my favorite post cycle testosterone recovery drug. Side effects from this product are miniscule
as well. You might get a slight bit of acne and a couple more boners than normal (this is a side effect) but that is really it.
Effective Dose: Average dosage is around 400-600 mgs. per day since less than that is generally not considered an effective dose or more likely you just can’t
feel it working at that low of a dosage.
Street Price: The average street price if you can find this product would be about $40 per box of 16. This stuff will cost you $18-19 per box in Mexico if you
can find it there. It is generally regarded as one of the harder to find items.
Stacking Info: This product is a good precontest drug or used to increase testosterone levels during the end of a cycle.

Clomid

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Ardomon, Clom 50, Clomid, Clomifen, C.-ratioph, Clomiphen Citrate, Clomiphen-Merck, Clomipheni citras, Clomivid, Clostilbegyt, Dufine, Dyneric, Gravosan,
Indovar, Klomifen, Kyliformon, Omifin, Pergotime, Pioner, Prolifen, Serofene, Serophene, Serpafar, Tokormon,
Description: Clomid typically come in 50 mg tablets in boxes of between 10 - 25 per box in blister packs. Clomid is a synthetic estrogen used to induce ovulation
in women. Bodybuilders typically use Clomid as an anti-estrogen and to stimulate testosterone production when coming off a steroid cycle. Clomid causes
an elevation of follicle stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone. As a result, natural testosterone production is also increased. After a steroid cycle, testosterone
production is suppressed. If testosterone levels are not brought to normal, a dramatic loss in size and strength may occur. Clomid is an excellent drug for
preventing this crash.

Clomid is also an estrogen that works very well as an anti-estrogen. The reason that it works is that Clomid is a weak estrogen. It will typically bind to the estrogen
receptors not allowing the harsher estrogens that are a byproduct of a testosterone cycle from attaching to the receptors. This significantly cuts down on the
risks of bad side effects such as gyno. Cycling bodybuilders will suffer from an elevated estrogen level at the conclusion of a cycle. A high estrogen levels and
low testosterone levels can be a disastrous combination. With the intake of Clomid, the athlete gets the dual effect of blocking out some of the effects of estrogen,
while also increasing endogenous testosterone production. As far as side effects go, Clomid is a fairly safe drug. At the worst, you will get bloating, stomach
pains, blurred vision, headaches, nausea, and dizziness.
Effective Dose: The common dosage in male bodybuilders is 50- 100 mgs. per day taken for up to two weeks at a time. Most of the time you will be back to
normal by 1 week of usage but it never hurts to take a little extra just to be on the safe side. You need to take Clomid with meals as well.
Street Price: This product is really expensive in US pharmacies so the black market price is high as well. It will sell for between $2 - 4 per tablet.
Stacking Info: This product is usually taken along with HCG. HCG is taken for a week or two first since its effects will start within a few hours of injection. Then
Clomid is taken for a few weeks since Clomid helps regenerate the entire testosterone producing cycle whereas HCG only has direct testosterone stimulating
effects on the LH (luteinizing hormone) production to stimulate testosterone production.

Clomid

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Clomid is a brand name for the drug clomiphene citrate. It is typically prescribed for women to aid in ovulation. In men, the application of Clomid causes an
elevation of follicle stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone. As a result, natural testosterone production is also increased. This effect is obviously beneficial
to the athlete, especially at the conclusion of a cycle when endogenous testosterone levels are subnormal. When an athlete discontinues the use of steroids, his
testosterone levels will most likely be suppressed. If endogenous testosterone levels are not brought to normal, a dramatic loss in size and strength may occur.
Clomid plays a crucial role in preventing this crash in athletic performance. Bodybuilders find that a daily intake of 50-100 mg of clomiphene citrate over a
two week period will bring endogenous testosterone production back to an acceptable level. Clomid will gradually raise testosterone levels over its period of
intake. Since an immediate boost in testosterone is often desirable, athlete will commonly use HCG (human chronic gonadotropin) for a couple of weeks, and
the continue treatment with Clomid. Clomid is also effective as an anti-estrogen. Most athletes will suffer from an elevated estrogen level at the conclusion of a
cycle. A high estrogen level combined with a low testosterone level puts an athlete in serious risk of developing gynocomastia. With the intake of Clomid, the
athlete gets the dual effect of blocking out some of the effects of estrogen, while also increasing endogenous testosterone production. In relation to toxicity and
side effects, Clomid is considered a fairly safe drug. Bodybuilders seldom experience any problems, but possible side effects include hot flashes and temporary
blurred vision. Clomiphene citrate is widely available on the black market. Until recently, it was relatively easy to get through foreign mail order. However,
since the DEA is playing an active role in pursuing mail-order operations catering to athletes, Clomid is becoming harder to obtain. Current prices are between
$2-$4 per 50 mg tab. Generics such as Clomiphene citrate by Anfarm in Greece are frequently seen on the black market and can be purchased for about $1
a tab.

Clenbuterol

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Clenbuterol, medically used throughout many parts of the world as a broncodilator for the treatment of asthma, is a recent and popular addition to the realm of
athletics. Clenbuterol is a beta-2 agonist, with properties somewhat similar to adrenaline. It acts as a CNS stimulant and users quite commonly report side
effects such as shaky hands, insomnia, sweating, increased blood pressure and nausea. These side effects generally subside quickly once the user becomes
accustomed to the drug. Athletes find clenbuterol attractive for it’s pronounced thermogenic effects as well as mild anabolic properties. Dosage regimes will
vary depending on the desired effect. Clenbuterol generally come is 20mcg tablets, although it is also available in syrup and injectable form. Users will usually
tailor their dosage individually, depending on results and side effects, but somewhere in the range of 2-8 tablets per day is most common. For fat loss, clenbuterol
seems to stay effective for 3-6 weeks, then it’s thermogenic properties seem to subside. This is noticed when the body temperature drops back to normal.
It’s anabolic properties subside much quicker, somewhere around 18 days. Currently, counterfeits of clenbuterol do exist, but they are scarce and most are bottles
with loose tablets. Clenbuterol should only be trusted when purchased in foil and plastic strips, preferably with accompanying box and paperwork.

Clenbuterol

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Brand Names: Broncodil, Broncoterol, Cesbron, Clenasma, Clenbuter.Pharmachim, Contrasmina, Contraspasmina, Monores, Novegam, Oxyflux, Prontovent,
Spiropent, Ventolase, Ventapulmin,
Description: Is available in 10 - 20 mcg tablets or in the .016 mg/gram Ventapulmin Vet variety. Clenbuterol is known as a sympathomimetic. These hormones
are taken to mimic adrenaline and noradrenaline in the human body. Clenbuterol is a selective beta-2 agonist that is used to stimulate the beta-receptors in fat
and muscle tissue in the body. Clenbuterol exhibits most of its effects on the stimulation of both type 2 and 3 beta-receptors. Clenbuterol is really one of bodybuilding’s
most misunderstood performance enhancement drugs. It is true that it is effective in helping to burn bodyfat but it is often been stated that clenbuterol
is effective in causing anabolic gains and has in times even been compared to some of the weaker anabolic steroids. Books such as the World Anabolic
Review, 1996, by P. Grunding and M. Bachmann state incorrectly that, “its effects, however, can by all means be compared to those of steroids. Similar to a
combination of Winstrol Depot and Oxandrolone....” These statements are inaccurate and misleading to say the least. A lot of these claims as to the anabolic
effects of clenbuterol are derived from studying the effects of clenbuterol on livestock. Clenbuterol is effective in increasing muscle mass and decreasing fat loss
in animals.
The problem with the variation in anabolic effects between humans and livestock is that livestock have an abundance of the type 3 beta receptors whereas
humans have little if any of the type 3 beta receptors. These beta-3 receptors increases insulin secretion and sensitivity, causing more glucose and amino acids
to be transported into skeletal muscle thus causing the anabolic effects that we, humans, just aren’t seeing. As Dan Duchaine stated in his Muscle Media article
on clenbuterol, “In those animal research studies showing an anabolic effect from clenbuterol, it’s my guess the anabolism happens specifically when the beta2
receptor stops working. At that point, the beta3 increases and causes the anabolic effect through insulin mechanisms.” Since humans, again, have either very
little or no beta-3 receptors, there is no chance of this anabolic effect. Just another of the studies where everyone assumed that what works in animals must
work in humans. This is just simply not the case with clenbuterol.
Clenbuterol does work effectively as a fat burner though. It does this by slight increases in the body temperature. With each degree that the temperature in your
body is raised from the use of clenbuterol, you will burn up approximately an extra 5% of maintenance calories. This makes it effective as a fat burner. Your
body will fight this by cutting down on the amount of active thyroid in the body as well as through beta-receptor down regulation, which explains why you only
have a limited effective period to take clenbuterol. While I am on the subject of beta-receptor down regulation, I would like to dispose of another myth. This
involves the two on/two off cycling theory that I believe was originated by Bill Phillips in the Anabolic Reference Guide and has somehow made it’s was into
every other steroid book since then including the WAR and Physical Enhancement with an Edge. The two on-two off theory simply will not work because of one
main reason: the half life of clenbuterol. This 2-on/2-off idea was a THEORY ONLY, not by a doctor or scientist, and not based on specific knowledge of clenbuterol,
but derived by imitation from other drug’s with shorter half lives.
Clenbuterol has been reported as having a half life of about 2 days, but that is not actually correct, since it has biphasic elimination, with the half-life of the
rapid phase being about 10 hours, and the slower phase being several days. Supposedly, this is one of the reasons the FDA never approved clenbuterol as an
anti-asthmatic drug...the FDA frowns on drugs with long half-lives if drugs with more normal half-lives are available. So with a 2-on/2-off cycle you never have
time to get enough of the clenbuterol out of your system for this theory to be reasonable. In actuality, it probably hasn’t even dropped to 50% of your peak concentration
before you are taking the drug again. With this all taken into account, there is no reason to think that this cycling would significantly reduce the
problem of receptor desensitization. A more reasonable approach would be either one week on, one week off, or alternately, two weeks on two weeks off. The
two week cycle has the disadvantage of a “crash” period afterwards. This crash period can be helped with the use of ephedrine to lessen the lethargy that you
will experience.
If you are interested in taking clenbuterol for anything other than fat loss then you might as well stay away from this compound. There is a lot of talk as to how
clenbuterol compares to ephedrine as well. Most “experts” feel that clen gives a better bang for the buck than the ECA stack. It should be noted that clenbuterol’s
results and effects are much shorter lived. They work through very similar mechanisms. Both products stimulate the beta-receptors but clenbuterol seems
to be a more refined version, called a second generation beta-agonist drug, than ephedrine. Clenbuterol targets the proper receptors, being the beta-2 and 3
receptors than ephedrine more specifically which should in theory make clenbuterol more effective of a fat burner. Again, most of the so called “experts” say
that clenbuterol is more effective than ephedrine. I, personally, get worse results with clen vs. the good old ECA stack. Clenbuterol also didn’t blunt my hunger
either and I ate more while taking it as well. I also seem to get much better effects out of cytomel as a fat burner as well. Even better than the ECA stack or
clenbuterol. But, again, that is my personal opinion.

Effective Dose: 80-140 mcgs. / day in split doses throughout the day. Anything over 140 mcg a day is overkill since the beta receptors can only take so much
of a product and then more is just wasteful.
Street Price: $.50 - 1.00 / tab. Fairly inexpensive in Mexico though. Spiropent is currently going for about $7.50/box, Novegam for $5.25/box, and Oxyflux
for about $3.30/box.

Stacking Info: One week on, one week off might make sense, or alternately, two weeks on two weeks off makes sense but has the disadvantage of a “crash”
period afterwards. You can take ephedrine after the clen to help reduce this “crash” period or at least make it more bearable for you. The two on/two off theory
is absolute bullshit and can’t work; read above.

Cheque Drops

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Description: Cheque drops are a veterinarian steroid made by Upjohn that is designed to keep female dogs from going into heat. It comes 100 mcg per cc,
55-cc bottle. It is the most toxic androgenic steroid available. It is even more toxic than say Finajet or Anadrol 50. Boxers and Powerlifters use it to increase
aggression and strength prior to training or competition. It has been rumored that this is what caused the infamous “ear-biting’ incident that occurred when
Evander Holyfield last fought Mike Tyson. Users report many side effects and little gains when using Cheque Drops. It was very popular about 10 years ago but
has since faded away. It is very hard to obtain and is not sought by many athletes. The drug itself is a sublingual liquid that is dropped under the tongue and
gets in the system within a matter of minutes. The athletes that were using this item would only take it prior to a competition or prior to workouts and would not
use it any longer than two weeks at a time.
Effective Dose: A few drops under the tongue and not used for but a few weeks at a time.

Bolasterone

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This was originally a popular oral steroid being used in Europe. It had functions similar to dianabol, but it has long since been discontinued. Several years ago
bolasterone became the first big name counterfeit steroid to be internationally marked. Belonging to a group of steroids titled the DDR compounds, inferring
they came from East Germany, this steroid was billed as the best drug ever made. It became very popular partially because several respected steroid experts
were in on the production of it, and gave it rave reviews in their publications. Thousands of 30 cc vials of this injectable steroid were sold at a price of over
200 dollars a piece. It was said to contain ten milligram of the drug per cc, but it actually contained a low dosage of several domestic steroids mixed together.
In the spring of 1986 the makers of this drug were busted. There are still at least three other counterfeiters using the bolasterone name: UCLA bolasterone,
available in a 10 cc vial; new bolasterone, available in a 10 cc vial, and bolasterone depot available in a 50 cc vial. All of these items are the worst kind of
counterfeit steroids made. They are worthless and dangerous. Many athletes are still taking these drugs. It is obvious that any item carrying a bolasterone or
GDR label should be avoided.

Aqueous

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(testosterone suspension) 100mg/ml 100cc to 30cc/vial

This drug is an injectable testosterone in a water base. It has the claim of been the oldest such drug, going back over four decades. Aqueous has a large following
who like the fast action of the drug. since it is in water, it gets into the blood in about eight hours and is out in as little as 24 hours. the worst thing
about this product is the shot that must be taken every day or every other day. For most, this shot is very painful, which makes for an uncomfortable cycle. It is
guaranteed that hundreds of powerlifting records were obtained with the help of aqueous. Many championship physiques were aided by long term use of this
drug as well. Unfortunately aqueous is very hard on the system. It is very high in androgen, aromatizes easily and is hard on the liver. The prolonged use of
aqueous will severely suppress the natural hormone axis resulting in serious atrophy of the testicles and infertility. These symptoms are irreversible in nearly all
cases though. Due to the large percentage of exogenous testosterone that is converted to D H T, acne and balding can be another problem. As with other
testosterones, those great gains can fade as quickly as they come when the drug is stopped. As with every drug, some persons experience less side effects than
others. A very common use of aqueous is to take it every day for the last week before a powerlifting event. Some bodybuilders find the high androgens harden
them up when in contest shape. The full hard look to the muscles may be caused by the increased amount of glycogen to the muscle when the drug is administered.
Heightened aggression is a common side effect with the use of any testosterone but. This can be enough of a problem for some that it is grounds for
avoiding these items, a dramatically increased sex drive can occur during short term use of testosterones, but importance can result if the drug are used for long
periods of time. Average dosages have been seen from three hundred to four hundred milligrams per week.

Androxon

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Seen with the names Andriol, Understor and Restansol in Europe. This oral steroid is quite different. It comes in small oval shapes red caplets. They are usually
contained in foil templates that caplets are put out of. An oral form of the product is contained in these caplets. Androxon is not an Alfa alkalated 17 steroid
which means it is not toxic to the liver. The side effects of using the asteroid are therefore not what they are with the other oral steroids. Androxon is contained
in a natural ester Base, which is very easy on the system, but does give the steroid only a small amount of time in the blood. The trade itself is a very high
androgenic and anabolic steroid. Strength and weight gains on this product are reported to be very substantial. It also has very good glycogen retaining qualities.
All in all androxon seems to give all the gains of other testosterones, while been safer to use. It has begun to replace some of the other steroids once so
popular. The androxon does not suppress the body’s own testosterone production nor aromatize when dosages are kept below 280 mg a day. An averageeffective dose of this drug seems to be in the range of 200-MG daily. A person taking this drug should be sure to space out the dosages as much as possible.
For instance if one were using 120 mg daily, he would want to take one captured every eight hours to get the optimal effect. The only bad news about androxon
is that the price is quite high and availability in certain countries are limited.

Andriol

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testosterone undecanoate

40 mg capsules 60/bottle. This product comes under the names Androxon, Undestor and Restinsol in Europe and South America. This agent is a revolutionary
oral steroid. It is presented in little, oval- shaped, red capsules. An oil, which contains the testosterone, is inside of these capsules. Andriol is a unique steroid in
that it is not an alpha alkylayted 17 steroid. This all but eliminates its hepatotoxicity. Andriol is actually contained in a natural ester base, one, which is very
easy on the body. This product’s advantageous properties are similar to other testosterones in that it promotes rapid strength and weight gains. It, like other
testosterones, promotes the storage of glycogen as well as ATP. Andriol does not seem to exhibit the degree of LH and FSH suppression that is seen with other
testosterones and androgens. Aromatization is also minimal with this agent. All in all, Andriol seems to yield gains similar to other testosterone esters, while
being safer to administer. This drug has a wide following in parts of Europe where it is available. If it were around in the United States, it’s popularity would be
comparable to the old oral Dianabol. Effective dosages seem to be in the area of 200 mg a day taken in divided dosages.

Androil

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Restandol, Undestor

Description: 40mg capsules 60/bottle. This product comes under the names Androxon, Understor and Restinsol. This is an oral steroid and it’s presented in little,
oval-shaped, red cap. An oil, which contains the testosterone, is inside of these capsules. The only bad thing about this base is that it only allows the testosterone
to remain active in the system for several hours. This means that you will need to take the drug about 4 times a day for it to stay effective. Aromatization
is minimal with this agent. I don’t think that this one will do a whole lot for you personally. I would be interested to hear if any one else has had good gains
from this one.
Effective Dose: 160 mgs. / day in 4 divided doses.
Street Price: $1 / tab
Stacking Info: It needs something else such as a testosterone since I can’t tell it does much

Androderm

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Androderm is a transdermal patch, designed to release testosterone over a 24-hour period, in a natural pattern resembling that of a health young man. This
product is being used primarily by older men who have reached an age in which their body no longer produces sufficient amounts of testosterone
(“Andropause”). Each patch contains 12.2gm of testosterone, but according to the paperwork only about 2.5mg is dispersed in each 24-hour application. Two
patches are most commonly used, and are applied to either to abdomen, back, thigh or upper arm. Athletes would no doubt find this dosage insufficient, and
will likely avoid this product all together. Quite a number of patches would have to be used for a strong effect, making it much easier to use an injectable
testosterone instead.

Anavar

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(oxandrolone) 2.5mg tab 100/bottle

Also under the name Lipo-Dex and Nilavar. Anavar is manufactured by searle lavatories under the brand name, and by spa labs under the generic name
Oxandrolone. The brand name drug is made under a certain number of loss per year. This if it sells out before the end of the year, the product just disappears.
Searle does not make more until the next term. This keeps the price of anavar high, and availability low. Anavar is typically prescribed on a 2 - tablet, twice
daily routine. The drug is better absorbed when taken right after meals. Woman have started with one tablet twice daily. This is thought to be the optimal dose
for woman. The drug can be used in combination with other steroids for optimum results after a plateau is reached on the anavar alone. If some size is
required, but no injection is desired, dianabol or anadrol can be combined with the anavar. Here the user would add 1 dianabol tab twice daily or a half
anadrol twice daily. Later, and for greater size, going to 4 dianabol tabs, or to anadrol per day has worked well . for greater gains the user would add an
injectable steroid to the cycle instead of the previously mentioned orals. The injection would vary from deca for cutting, to testosterone for weight and strength
gains. Research shows that anavar is the one anabolic steroid least likely to cause any side effects . there are very rarely reports of ill effects of any kind using
anavar . there is seldom any fluid gains with this drug, which makes it the drug of choice with potential blood pressure problem uses . anavar is also good
trade for persons who need to keep their weight down, either for cutting or like a powerlifter who needs to make weight . Thus you will see a number of bodybuilders
using anavar the last two months before competing. Some powerlifters claim that this steroid is No. 1 for gaining strength without water weight. The
use of the low androgenic product is quite popular with women. Very little masculinisation in any form have been seen among woman who have used this
trade at a dose of 5 mg daily. Most women start out on 1 tablet per day and go up to three tablets daily. The dosage of 5 mg of anavar per day has worked
out to be the optimum. The first signs of virilisaton could include persistent hoarseness, deepening of the women’s voice, acne, decreased libido, and/or clitoral
enlargement. If any of these symptoms should show, the woman should get of the trade immediately. Anavar will not aromatize. This means of course it’s one of
the very few anabolic steroids that will not convert to estrogen at any dosage. This means it will not cause that soft look to the muscles or will it lead to the
development of breast tissue in men. Some persons will convert much more of a steroid to estrogen than others. These people can use a dosage starting with 2
tabs twice daily, and reaching a maximum dose of .1 MG of the add per pound of body weight. Often the user plateaus on the drug alone, he might add a
small dose of deca that would not aggravate any existing gynecomastia. Or a daily dose of 10 MG of halotestin could be added to the anavar cycle to
increase strength and hardness, while having no aromatize in effect. Anavar is a multi-purpose steroid. Its very low toxicity makes it safe to take, even on lower
cycles. It is advised that a high protein diet be maintained while taking anavar to insure its effectiveness. It is been counterfeit under the Spa label. Watch for
the Searle liable to be safe.

Anadur

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nandrolone hexyloxyphenyipropionate

Trade names: Anador 50 mg/ml; Pharmacia FR Anadur 50 mg/ml; Kabi Pharmacia G, A, CH,O; Pharmacia B, NL, Fl, CZ Anadur 50 mg/2m1; Eczacibasi
TK Anadur 25 mg/ml; Lundbeck DK Anadur 25 mg/ml; Lundbeck DK Anadur (o.c.)25 mg/ml; Leo ES Anadurin 50 mg/ml; Xponei GR
Anadur is one of many steroids which contains the compound nandrolone. Although available in many countries athletes do not use it often. Since its effect is
similar to Deca-Durabolin’s most people see no reason to take Anadur. This product does, however have a few characteristics, which make it different from
“Deca” and therefore an interesting drug. Anadur is the longest lasting nandrolone. After only one injection the substance remains active in the body for four
weeks. Anadur, above all, has an anabolic effect, which stimulates the protein synthesis and, as with all nandrolones, requires a high protein intake. Although
almost everyone knows that during the intake of steroids more protein is needed, the effect of nandrolone depends on this requirement more than any other
steroid. Although this is generally uncommon with steroid products, the consumer information on Anadur points out this fact: “During treatment with Anadur care
must be taken that the patient eats a fully balanced diet with adequate protein.” In practice, it has been shown that a daily minimum amount of I - 1.5
mg/pound of body weight is required. Anadur is not a steroid to be used to achieve rapid gains in weight and strength but is a classic, basic anabolic steroid
which can be stored in the body, allowing a slow but solid muscle gain and an even strength gain. Athletes using Anadur report less water retention than with
Deca. For this reason some bodybuilders prefer Anadur when preparing for a competition. It must be observed, however, that in this phase usage of Anadur should be combined with stronger androgenic steroids such as Parabolan or Testosterone propionate, since the androgenic effect of Anadur is too low to protect
against the loss of muscle from overtraining during a diet. Because of its slow, even, and compatible effect it is mostly used during steroid treatments which
last for several months. For the most part, progress made during this period usually remains after discontinuing the product. Anadur is also a suitable compound
for steroid novices and female athletes. When taking 50-100 mg every 10 days women normally show no virilization symptoms and they like to combine
Anadur with Wmstrol tablets, Primobolan 5-tablets, or Oxandrolone. Men do not have to take antiestrogens since Anadur aromatizes only lightly and only in
rare cases does it lead to gynecomastia.
The side effects of Anadur are even less than those of Deca-Durabolin. Liver damage can be excluded so that it can even be taken by people with liver disease.
Virilization symptoms such as acne, hoarseness, deep voice, hirsutism, and increase in libido only occur, if at all, in very sensitive women. A higher blood pressure,
due to a low water and salt retention, cannot be excluded but rarely occurs. The use of testosterone-stimulating compounds such as HCG or Clomid is not
necessary since Anadur influences the hypothalamohypophysial testicular axis only slightly so that the endogenous testosterone production is not significantly
reduced and the risk of a spermatogenic inhibition is minimal. Anadur is a very compatible steroid, which improves the general condition and well being of its
user. Some athletes mention an improved psychological well being. As for the dosage, good results can be obtained with 200 mg every 10 days. Contrary to
Deca, which athletes usually inject weekly, Anadur produces extremely long effects, allowing large intervals between injections. It is inconvenient for athletes
that most of them must fall back on the German or Belgian Anadur, or French Anador which requires the purchase and injection of four 50 mg ampules.
Athletes who are not afraid of larger injections therefore use one large 4-ml injection every 10 days. The high price of Anadur can really frighten the athlete.
On the U.S. black market, one large ampule costs approx. $13 to $15. A U.S pharmaceutical product does not exist. The Belgian and Turkish Anadur, the
French Anador, and the Greek version Anadurin are individually packed and costs approx. $10-I5 per 50mg/ampule on the black market

Anadrol

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(Hemogenin, Anapolon 50, and Oxitosona 50)

This is a strong one! Oxymetholone is probably the most anabolic on the market. This is a oral steroid with the evil 17 alpa-alkyl molekyl witch makes it so
effective but also so toxic. Anadrol should be used with an anti estrogen like nolvadex or proviron and not for more than 4 weeks.
Size:*****
Strength:*****
Side effects:*****
Dose 1-5mg/kg/day. Each tab contains 50mg of steroid.
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Anadrol 50, (Oxitosona 50)

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Description 50 mgs. / tab 100 tab bottles. The strongest oral steroid you can buy (and trust me it is expensive). This is an excellent steroid for both strength
and weight gains but it does not come without a price (both in actual cost and side effects). Most users of this steroid report getting gyno about 50% of the
time. This baby is very hard on the body and there is major water weight gain. Most of the gains that you will get on Anadrol 50 will go away after you get
off of it. This is pretty hard to take when you take into account how much it costs and the long-term side effects.
Effective Dose: 50 - 100 mgs. / day
Street Price: $4 - 5 / tab
Stacking Info: Don’t take but for 2 - 4 weeks at a time. You had best be on Nolvadex as well since you want big pecs but not bitch tits.

Anadrol

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Also under names anapolon and Andriol - 50. This is a oral are steroid which is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone. Box the bid is concerned strongest oral
steroid available. Androgenic Properties of this drug are just short of testosterone. The high androgens are accompanied by very high anabolic quantities. This
combination gives anadrol the potential to be a dramatic muscle building product. Strength and weight gains achieved by athletes using it have been very substantial.
The use of anadrol was quite abundant among the athletes we surveyed. Although it is powerful, it remains the highest threat for serious adverse reactions
of any steroid used today. Due to the fact that it is a C - 17 Alfa alkalated steroid, it is very toxic to the liver. It also causes excessive water retention
which can result in high blood pressure. Acne and hair loss reflect the drugs high DHT level. In long term use, this is the only drug which has substantiated evidence
to cause liver cancer. Many of the athletes reported gynecomastia while using this drug which makes an anti- estrogen drug a must. Many others report
an ill feeling while using anadrol, suffering headaches, stomach pains, and other problems. For most, this drug is just too hard on the body. Many experience a
dramatic loss of weight and strength after the cycle as well. Some users can take its, for them, one or two tablets a day was the optimal dosage. Cycles on this
drug should be kept short; four or five weeks.

Aldactone

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Aldactone is a diuretic and belongs to the subgroup of potassium-sparing diuretics. Aldactone is an aldosterone antagonist. It influences the body’s own hormone,
aldosterone, which accelerates the excretion of potassium and reduces the excretion of sodium and water Simplified; aldosterone regulates the endogenous
water household. The higher the aldosterone level, the more water is stored in the body. The use of Aldactone results in a significant reduction in the
aldosterone level so that an increased excretion of sodium and water occurs while, at the same time, potassium is reabsorbed. This also explains why
Aldactone is called a potassium-sparing diuretic since it does not cause a loss of potassium like thiazides and furosemides.
Athletes must strictly observe that during the use of Aldactone no additional potassium is taken since this would cause a life-threatening increase in the serum
potassium level. Potassium sparing diuretics have relatively low diuretic effects so that Aldactone can be called a mild diuretic. It is interesting to note that
Aldactone is also an antiandrogen since it reduces the androgen level. Female athletes take advantage of this characteristic by using it to minimize the virilization
symptoms during steroid treatment or the symptoms after treatment. For this purpose Aldactone is normally taken daily for 10 to 14 days, usually in a dose
of 50 mg/day. In men this could cause problems since the relationship of the androgen level to the estrogen level changes in favor of the latter Thus, common
side effects in men include pain in the nipples and breast swelling (gynecomastia).
Bodybuilders use Aldactone almost exclusively during the last week before a competition. Since this causes neither a dramatic nor an immediately noticeable
draining effect, it is usually taken over 5-6 days in a dosage of 2 tablets of 50 mg daily. Aldactone should not be used to expediently drain water at the last
minute. Both male and female athletes take it. The side effects of potassium-saving diuretics are relatively low compared to thiazides and furosemides. The main
problems in men consist of gynecomastia and possible impotence. Other side effects can be low blood pressure, muscle spasms, dizziness, gastrointestinal
pain, vomiting, irregular pulse rate, and fatigue. It is important to note that there is Ii’, significant increase in the serum potassium level (see above).
Aldactone is a prescription drug available in American pharmacies. Aldactone by Hoehringer Mannheim of Germany is often found on be black market. A
package contains 50 degrees of 50 mg each and costs approx. $30. On the black market. The Mexican Aldactone by Searle can also frequently be found on
the black market. The 25-mg tablets are of light-brown color; indented, and have a SEARLE imprint. The original package contains three strips, each with 10
tab-lets. There are currently no Aldactone fakes available.

Aldactone: (spironolactone) 25mg tabs 50 tabs/bottle

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This drug is a mild diuretic, which works by inhibiting the effects of aldosterone in the body. As with aldactazide, it is often used for the treatment of high blood
pressure. Some pre -contest bodybuilders find it helpful in reducing excess water from abnormally high estrogen in the system. Recently woman have been using
the drug as an anti - androgen. This drug has the ability to reverse the effects of androgens in woman. This is often a very useful drug when a woman is taking
steroids and begins to suffer masculinisation. In this case woman usually stop using this parades and take Aldactone for one to three weeks; until the androgens
turn to an acceptable range. This drug like all diuretics can cause some serious side effects; muscle cramping, heart problems and dizziness to mention a few.
Aldactone is usually obtained from a doctor who helps the individual with the proper use. Due to the anti-androgenic effects of this drug, male bodybuilders use
it for only a few days at a time. It will lower androgens so significantly in some cases that gynecomastia becomes a problem. A dose of one tablet taken to
times daily was most Common.

Aldactazide

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This drug is a diuretic combination containing Aldactone and a thiazide. It is often used by pre - contest bodybuilders to drop excess water. For some bodybuilders
it works very well. It is most often taken for just the last three to five days before a show. The Aldactone prohibits the release of aldosterone, a hormone
produced by the adrenal gland. This hormone is partially responsible for the amount of electrolytes and fluid body retains. Combined with the stronger thiazide
diuretic this drug is a perfect combination for some. Average dosage was one tablet taken to times daily for three days before a show. This item rarely shows
up on the black market. But it is often prescribed by the athletes’ doctor.

Whats Methandriol Dipropionate?

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This substance, used in some Australian veterinary products, is to be avoided by male bodybuilders. It is highly estrogenic, and has no redeeming properties. It is a poor anabolic and the mythical "receptor-cleaning" properties that have been claimed for it are pure fantasy.

An antiaromatase would not correct the estrogenic problems of this drug, since it is directly estrogenic, not requiring conversion by aromatase. An antiestrogen such as Clomid would probably help, but since methandriol is a poor anabolic anyway, there is no point to a methandriol/Clomid stack.

What is Oxandrolone?

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Unlike most oral steroids, which are Class II steroids giving most of their anabolic effect by means other than the androgen receptor (AR), it seems that oxandrolone probably does have good binding to the AR, and is therefore a Class I steroid, while having little other effect. By itself it is considered to be a weak anabolic.

Partly this is due to its apparent lack of non-AR-mediated activity. This can be corrected of course by stacking with a Class II steroid such as Dianabol, Anadrol®, 4-AD, or nor-4-AD: the latter two steroids require high blood levels which are not obtained by oral use of the powders.

The other part of the reason for this is that bodybuilders make unfortunate and unreasonable comparisons when judging anabolic steroids. If say 8 tablets per day does little, then the drug is pronounced useless or weak by the user. But that is only 20 mg/day, or 140 mg/week. Does 140 mg/week testosterone give much results? No. Few anabolic steroids give dramatic results at that dose. Per milligram the potency is reasonable, but each individual tablet is weak because the dosage is small.

Because of its high price, very few bodybuilders have taken large doses of oxandrolone. There is a single case in the medical literature (Forbes et al.) where it is reported that a competitive athlete self-administered 150 mg oxandrolone per day with remarkable gains. This is of uncertain credibility because unless urinalysis was done to verify that no other steroids were taken, there is no way to be certain that the athlete did not actually take more drugs than he reported. In any case, at current prices, only the quite wealthy could afford such a dose. I personally have tried 150 mg/day and considered it somewhat effective, but not dramatically so, and not a preferred regimen.

Oxandrolone does not aromatize or convert to DHT, and has a longer half life than Dianabol - 8 hours vs. 4 hours. Thus, a moderate dose taken in the morning is largely out of the system by night, yet supplies reasonable levels of androgen during the day and early evening.

Oxandrolone shares the liver toxicity problems common to 17-alkylated steroids. At one time it was thought that it did not, but both clinical and practical experience with Oxandrin has shown that at doses of 40 mg/day and higher, liver toxicity is indeed an issue with prolonged use.

Primobolan, I believe, should be considered a superior compound, offering the same activity at (usually) a lower price and without the alkylated-toxicity issue.

What is Ephedrine Hydrochloride?

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Ephedrine stimulates lipolysis by increasing noradrenaline (NA) release from sympathetic nerve terminals. This increase in noradrenaline activates adrenergic receptors which increases cAMP levels in fat cells and muscle cells. This has the effect of increasing lipolysis in fat cells and increasing protein synthesis in muscle tissue. Negative feedback mechanisms are activated as well, and involve the production of phosphodiesterases, adenosine, and prostaglandins. Caffeine has the ability to inhibit phosphodiesterase activity and interfere with the adenosine receptor. This combined with its ability to prevent some NA re-uptake12 increase the effectiveness of ephedrine in a synergistic fashion. Aspirin has been shown to increase the effectiveness of ephedrine in some individuals presumably by its actions as a prostaglandin inhibitor.

Maximum effectiveness is achieved when taking 20 mg ephedrine with 200 mg caffeine and 300 mg aspirin three times a day about one half hour before meals. Common side effects are associated with its sympathetic activity namely, anorexia, initial rise in blood pressure, initial tachycardia, slowed GI motility (constipation), insomnia, agitation, anxiety, nervousness and depression- like withdrawal symptoms. Most all of these symptoms exhibit tachyphylaxis after about 4-6 weeks. Thermogenic activity seems to last upwards of 20 weeks due to its low desensitization properties and beta-3 affinity. About 75% of ephedrine’s effects on weight loss in the obese are due to appetite control.

Anyone considering taking ephedrine, caffeine and aspirin should educated themselves first about the potential side effects. Individuals with pre-existing high blood pressure should not use sympathomimetics such as ephedrine. When taking herbal forms of ephedrine, be sure you understand just how much is in each serving. Be aware that herbal preparations are standardized but you still can not be sure exactly how much you are taking with each capsule.

What is Testosterone?

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harmaceutical Name: Testosterone

Common Brand/Trade/Slang Names: Sustanon, Testoviron, Testabol, Virormone, Omnadren, Testovis, Testopin, Testex, Enantat, Testolic, Test, Sust / Sus

Chemical Structure: 17b-hydroxy-4-androsten-3-one

Delivery Method: Normally Injectable

Half Life: Ester dependant (more commonly found esters in bold):

* Testosterone Suspension – within 1 hour
* Acetate - 1 day
* Propionate - 1 day
* Phenylpropionate - 1-2 days
* Valerate - 3 days
* Hexanoate - 3 days
* Isocaproate - 5 days
* Heptanoate - 5-6 days
* Enanthate - 5-6 days
* Octanoate - 6-7 days
* Cypionate - 6-7 days
* Nonanoate - 7 days
* Decanoate - 7 days
* Undecanoate - 20 days approx
* Undecylenate - 8 days

Typical Vial/Tablet doses: Normal range 50mg/ml to 400mg/ml

TestosteroneBackground
You will no doubt be aware that testosterone is the primary male hormone which is produced predominantly in the testes, and to a much lesser degree, is also secreted from the adrenal cortex. The profound effects of testosterone in the human body are plain to see in boys who are progressing through the pubescent years with marked changes occurring including facial and body hair growth, deepening of the voice, muscular increases, increased sexual desire and competitive behaviour and the prevalence of oily skin and acne, amongst others. Testosterone is also indirectly responsible (through its conversion to oestrogen (estrogen)) for bone maturation and the subsequent closure of the epiphyseal plates which is ultimately responsible for bone length and thus overall height.

First isolated from bull testes in 1935, the next hurdle was to identify methods of administration of a synthetic variant. Nowadays, there are a host of options available, including transdermal, oral and injectable versions.

Transdermal testosterone administration is most commonly seen in legitimate Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). Relatively small dosages are provided by a patch that is worn on the skin. This method is widely accepted for the intended medical use though offers little for the steroid using bodybuilder.

Orally, a user essentially has two choices. The first option is Methyltestosterone, which, as the name suggests, is simply a testosterone molecule with an added methyl group, which greatly increases its bioavailability by assisting the drug to survive the first pass in hepatic (liver) metabolism. However, there appears to be two problems with this drug: Being methylated, it will be liver toxic which in essence will limit the user both in terms of dosage and cycle length; and also the lack of esterification which not only necessitates frequent ingestion, but also causes sharp peaks in concentration levels, especially given the relatively high dosages necessary for meaningful muscular growth. This in turn encourages a host of typical side effects, most notably perhaps, an increased risk of gynecomastia since the aromatisation of methyltestosterone produces a particularly troublesome methylated estradiol.

There is, however, an alternative oral testosterone, namely Andriol / Restandol which are manufactured by Organon. This product has a novel administration method in that an oil based testosterone with an attached undecanoate ester is absorbed through the lymphatic system, thereby avoiding hepatic metabolism, the need for methylation and its inherent risks. Each crimson coloured capsule contains 40mg of the steroid plus its undecanoate ester, which means only around 25mg is actually testosterone. Designed for use with TRT patients, it appeared that a safe oral testosterone solution was found. However, there are issues that remain problematic: It has been shown that wide variances in steroid uptake are possible between different individuals using the drug, as well as variances in steroid uptake with the same user from each dose. This makes it difficult to determine with any level of certainty how much of the hormone is actually being delivered. For the bodybuilder, there are other concerns too, in that some claim that Andriol is much less likely to pose problematic side effects when compared to other injectable forms. This misconception is probably due to the fact that the actual amount of steroid delivered is low from such a suggested cycle. Relatively high daily dosages (upwards of 320mg) are required to provide comparable results to a modest injectable cycle, with incidences of side effects then appearing similar too. Furthermore, the high cost of maintaining a meaningful Andriol cycle makes this a poor choice from the options available. For the purposes of this article therefore, we shall concentrate solely on the injectable versions, and the choices that lay therein.

There are four main esterified, injectable testosterone preparations, differing only by the carbon ester chain attached to the steroid molecule. Simplified, the length of ester chain will determine the half life (time taken to metabolise half of the drug administered) of the parent hormone; the shorter the ester, the shorter the half life and therefore requiring frequent administration. The opposite is true for longer esters. Testosterone is universally considered the ‘King’ of all the steroids, and whilst most cycles will consist of testosterone by itself, or contain a testosterone as a base when stacking other steroids, it is not compulsory to do so.

Suggested Cycles/Uses
Testosterone Propionate (Test Prop) is the shortest ester variant which requires administration every day, or every second day. This can create issues for longer cycles, where the user may tire from frequent injections and naturally, this compound is not suited to the needle-shy. Furthermore, testosterones with a propionate ester are typically less concentrated than longer esterified variants. This means that there are lower amounts of hormone (measured in milligrams, mg) suspended in a given amount of oil carrier (measured in millilitres, ml). Typically, pharmaceutical grade versions will have a concentration of 50mg/ml, with underground labs tending to manufacture at 100mg/ml. Whilst this increase in concentration is desirable in terms of reducing the total volume of carrier oil that is injected, the result can be injection discomfort, experienced both at the time of administration and in some cases, for several days thereafter. This problem appears to stem from the fact that propionate is less soluble than longer esters, and is prone to ‘crashing’ out of the oil carrier and crystallizing, especially where a higher concentration of steroid is present.

Testosterone in any form is capable of contributing to large increases in mass and strength. Propionate is no different in this regard and users will find results coming rapidly due to the fast acting nature of the ester.

Many users have reported that test prop results in lower incidences of side effects (water retention, gynecomastia, etc) than other esters. This has prompted widespread use in ‘cutting’ cycles where the user wishes to avoid unnecessary bloating from typical ‘mass’ steroids. The user is able to continue their cardio efforts without hindrance and is able to maintain a relatively lean appearance which is important in gauging fat loss progress. Whilst these viewpoints are numerous and difficult to ignore, the phenomenon perhaps stems from more obvious factors; cutting cycles tend to be much smaller than mass cycles. The reason lies in that the user is not concerned with adding further muscle; their primary objective is to strip fat whilst maintaining existing muscle mass. Generally, the amount of anabolics required to help with this objective are much smaller than those needed for a priority of mass gain, which has obvious implications in terms of the severity of side effects.

(Novice cutting cycle)
Testosterone Propionate 100mg eod, weeks 1-8
Winstrol (oral) 50mg ed, weeks 4-8.5

(Intermediate mass cycle)
Testosterone Propionate 75mg ed (150mg eod), weeks 1-10
Nandrolone PhenylPropionate 75mg ed (150mg eod), weeks 1-10
Anadrol 100mg ed, weeks 1-5

(Intermediate/Advanced cutting cycle)
Testosterone Propionate 100mg ed, weeks 3-12
Trenbolone Acetate 50mg ed, weeks 3-12
HGH 5IU ed, weeks 1-12
T3 Taper, weeks 5-12 (see 8 & 6 week T3 Dosages)
Clenbuterol / Ephedrine, weeks 1-12

Testosterone Enanthate and Cypionate are almost identical with the only difference being an additional carbon in the ester chain for Cypionate. Distinguishing between them is almost impossible and are therefore considered identical in terms of both effect and results. In reality, all other variables being equal, enanthate is a slightly better value product due simply to the reduced ester weight. This accounts for 28mg of every 100mg of testosterone enanthate, in contrast to 30mg per 100mg for cypionate. Although we’re splitting hairs here, the difference only amounting to 20mg per week in a 1gram per week cycle, it is nevertheless worth noting.

These longer estered testosterones require infrequent injection and are therefore perfectly suited to longer, typically mass cycles, where levels of steroids used tend to be higher. In contrast to Propionate, these testosterones are manufactured with a much higher mg/ml ratio without any pain issues for the user. 200-250mg/ml are typical, and makes higher dosed cycles a much easier prospect in terms of reduced oil volume. Indeed, some underground manufacturers have taken this to the extreme, with some versions boasting concentrations of 400mg/ml though this practice is considered unnecessary and such a preparation is likely to cause substantial injection soreness.

When using either enanthate of cypionate, a weekly dosing regime is perfectly adequate, though splitting twice is usually preferred as steroid concentration levels drop significantly around day four, and by doing so will ensure better stabilisation. As you would expect from any variation of testosterone, mass and strength gains are very impressive, helping solidify testosterone’s dominance in the typical steroid user’s arsenal of available drugs. Examples of commonly seen cycles including these esters:
(Novice mass cycle)
Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate 1000mg week 1
Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate 500mg pw, weeks 2-10

(Advanced mass cycle)
Testosterone Enanthate/Cypionate 750mg-1250mg pw, weeks 1-12
Deca 600mg-800mg pw, weeks 1-10
Dianabol 40mg-50mg ed, weeks 1-4
Testosterone Propionate 100mg-150mg ed, weeks 12-15
Trenbolone Acetate 100mg-150mg ed, weeks 10-15

SustenonThe final injectable testosterone option is actually a blend of esters, all contained in the same preparation. The most common of these testosterone blends include Sustanon and Omnadren, manufactured by Organon and Jelfa respectively. For example, Sustanon 250 contains the following in each 1ml ampoule:
30mg Testosterone Propionate
60mg Testosterone Phenylpropionate
60mg Testosterone Isocaproate
100mg Testosterone Decanoate

This type of steroid is often medically given to patients who opt for injectable testosterone therapy to treat their hypogonadism. It is favoured within the medical community for this purpose due to the fact that the blend of esters facilitates a much more uniform release and metabolism of the testosterone which in turn negates the need for frequent injections. This feature is apparent from the fact that some patients receive their injections as infrequently as fortnightly. Clearly, this form of testosterone is highly valued in the bodybuilding community, particularly by users who wish to limit injections and inject on a weekly basis.

It is thought by some that by avoiding a frequent administration schedule (such as every second day), a user will in some way ‘waste’ the benefit of the short prop and phenylprop esters. How they arrive at this conclusion is anyone’s guess! The short esters are metabolised and utilised by the body regardless of the frequency of administration and to suggest that they somehow disappear into thin air is ludicrous. The nature of the ester blend is designed in such as way that the average rate of ester release is relatively uniform, not too dissimilar in essence to that of a single ester of enanthate or cypionate. In view of this, the use of Sustanon/Omnadren is interchangeable with enanthate/cypionate when constructing cycles.

Novice users will often ask which of the long esterified testosterones is the best. The short answer is that they are as good as each other, the only real differences occurring due to poor manufacturing processes by certain labs which may affect the actual amount of steroid contained resulting in an under/overdosed product. Other factors that may give a user the perception that one type is better might have been a better diet or training routine which may have led to a better result than previously experienced from another type of ester.

Possible Side Effects
It will be of no surprise that steroids that can potentially lead to substantial results tend to have a greater risk of associated side effects, and in this regard testosterone is no different. Being both a considerable anabolic and androgenic hormone, the user should take necessary precautions when using testosterone to limit potential problems that may arise. Due to its profound effects on the hypothalamic pituitary testicular axis (HPTA) and subsequent suppression of endogenous testosterone production, the need for an adequate post cycle therapy (PCT) is paramount; see the MuscleTalk article: Clomid, Nolvadex and HCG in Post Cycle Recovery.

Testosterone interacts readily with the enzyme aromatase, which results in estrogen conversion. High circulatory levels of estrogen can lead to a number of issues including gynecomastia (the formation of male breast tissue, often referred to in slang terms as 'gyno' or 'bitch tits'), water retention and fat deposition. It is clear that some users are much more sensitive to the effects of increased estrogen levels than others, and may notice typical early signs of the condition even from using a very modest dose of testosterone such as 500mg weekly. The user should recognise these early warning signs which can be just one or a culmination of: swollen, puffy, painful, lumpy, itchy or tender nipples. Should any of these symptoms become apparent, it would be prudent to control both existing circulating estrogen and the level of future estrogen conversion. This is achieved through the use of a Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM) such as Tamoxifen (brand name Nolvadex) which, being a weak estrogen in itself will compete and occupy the breast tissue estrogen receptor rendering much of the troublesome circulating estrogen inert, and by the use of an anti-estrogen drug such as Proviron or Arimidex. These assist by binding and therefore blocking the effects of the enzyme responsible for estrogenic conversion, thereby reducing actual circulating estrogen levels. For more information see the article Combating Oestrogens and Progesterone.

As mentioned above, water retention (oedema) is commonplace when using testosterone, often resulting in bloatedness and a loss of definition. This may be undesirable in certain cycle situations so extra consideration should be given to both the dosage and whether other ancillary drugs may be necessary. Excessive oedema may give rise to a considerable increase in blood pressure and steps should be taken to control the elevation. Drinking plenty of fluids and reducing salt intake are straightforward examples which will help in this respect. Other methods occasionally employed would be the use of diuretics and/or anti-hypertensives such as Catapres (clonidine hydrochloride), though such measures are not without risk and should not be taken without due diligence.

Testosterone is also capable of reduction by the enzyme 5-a reductase (5-ar). This is responsible for the conversion into a dihydro metabolite. In the case of testosterone, 5-ar conversion results in dihydrotestosterone, more commonly known as DHT. It achieves this by removing the C4/C5 double bond on the A ring and by adding two atoms of hydrogen. DHT has a several fold increase in potency over testosterone, having a much greater affinity for the androgen receptor. Whilst this may appear beneficial, there are other considerations.

Dihydrotestosterone:
Dihydrotestosterone Unfortunately, removal of the C4/C5 double bond results in strong interaction with another enzyme, 3a hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3a-HSD). Found in abundance in muscle tissues, 3a-HSD reduces DHT to anabolically useless metabolites. At the same time, DHT (through conversion from testosterone) interacts very strongly with the androgen receptor in tissues where the 5-ar enzyme is found abundantly, namely in scalp, skin and prostate tissues. This has obvious implications for those who have a pre-disposition for male pattern baldness (MPB) or who are at risk of or have been diagnosed with benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH). Some users who are prone to the acceleration of their MPB condition opt to use the drug Finasteride (Proscar) which is an effective type II 5-ar inhibitor, thereby reducing DHT conversion in the scalp and prostate. It's worth noting however, that although using finasteride largely negates DHT derived problems, it will not influence the androgenicity of testosterone itself, so hair loss in those prone, is still a very real risk.

Testosterone and its androgenically stronger metabolite DHT are also responsible for increases in the secretion of oils by the sebaceous glands of the skin. This often leads to unsightly acne, particularly prevalent on the chest, face, shoulders and upper back. Perhaps the most outwardly visual sign of a person using anabolic steroids, acne can range from mild, to truly disturbing, and a situation that may lead to permanent scarring. It may take several weeks particularly from longer esterified testosterones, for signs of acne to become apparent or troublesome due to delays in the build up of androgens, but conversely, the problem is likely to persist long after the cessation of a testosterone cycle. For more information see Acne in Bodybuilding: Causes, Prevention & Treatments

'Sustanon flu' or 'sus flu' is a fairly common occurrence when using testosterone. The problem has been given this name by some users who experience flu-like symptoms upon commencing a testosterone cycle. It’s worth noting that this problem is primarily associated with short esterified testosterones such as Propionate (including Sustanon which include a Prop/Phenylprop ester), though is possible in reality from any testosterone ester. Although there are varying opinions which suggest a cause for this issue, the properties and effects of testosterone metabolite Etiocholanone make it appear particularly plausible. Etiocholanone is a pyrogen and elevations in circulatory levels are associated with feverish effects. Propionate as we know is a fast acting ester resulting in a rapid elevation in testosterone and thus etiocholanone levels. It's certainly possible that this rapid increase results in some users experiencing flu-like symptoms during the early stages of a cycle.

What is Superdrol?

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What is Superdrol?
Superdrol (SD) is marketed as a 'pro-hormone' (PH) in the post-ban era of pro-hormones. Following the ban of most pro-hormonal substances in the States, including the likes of 1-test, 1-AD, 4-AD, M1T, etc, Designer Supplements designed this 'pro-hormone' based on the steroid Masteron, with an additional methyl group attached to the 17th carbon position. It is described as a cross between anavar and masteron, with the virtual inability for aromatisation to estrogen. It is highly anabolic (400-800% more so than methyl-test) and a lot less androgenic (~20% of methyl-test). Superdrol has hence been given the name Methasteron.

Despite being marketed as a supplement available legally and deemed another 'pro-hormone' or 'pro-steroid' by many, there is nothing very 'pro' about SD. In reality, SD is a designer steroid, and that is what the reader must primarily understand. It is methylated, so will cause stress on the liver, and it is an anabolic/androgenic steroid, thus it has the potential to give side effects normally seen with such anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS) use. It will shut your natural testosterone production down, and PCT (post-cycle therapy) is not only recommended, but frankly required.

It should also be noted that due to the steroidal nature of SD, those under the age of 21 should not consider the use of SD, which could be detrimental in a number of ways.

Cycling Superdrol
SD is sold in 10mg capsules. For those who have not used SD before, it may be a good idea to start off on 10mg as a single dose each day (ed) for at least the first few days/week. Those who have used SD before, or those who are in the range of 200lbs+ or have more experience with other pro-hormones/AAS should most likely want to start with 20mg ed. Dosages should be split where possible, 10mg in the morning, 10mg 12hrs later. Most users report that when running for longer than 3 weeks, the gains seem to cease in the 4th week. This has led to many people thinking that 3 week cycles of SD are the best option in terms of gains and sides and this also is beneficial due to the harsh nature of SD on lipid values (see Side Effects of Superdrol). A good cycle is 20mg ed for 3 weeks, with a 2-3 week PCT. Others have found success employing a 2 week on, 1 week off using a Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM; e.g. Nolvadex) or Aromatase Inhibitor (AI; e.g. Rebound XT) during the week off.

PCT will involve either Nolvadex (Tamoxifen, the prescription only medicine) or Rebound XT or other 1,4,6-androstatriene-3,17-dione (ATD - the active component of Rebound XT) containing products, although Rebound XT has been used by most. Less potent AI's such as 6-oxo are not really going to be sufficient and are not recommended. See an example cycle (below) for dosages.

Side effects of Superdrol
As with all AAS, SD is not side effect free. However, when comparing to harsher compounds such as M1T, I would have to say SD fairs well in the sides department. Due to virtually zero aromatisation to estrogen, water retention in theory will be low (and in practise is low), and bloating should not occur such as one would see with an AAS oral like dianabol. As SD is said to have diuretic properties, you may well experience a loss of water weight during the initial period of use. Also, I have yet to see a case of gynecomastia (gyno - development of breast tissue in males) induced by SD usage. I would not rule this out, and always recommend to anyone who is doing a steroidal cycle of some sort to have Nolvadex on hand in case gyno occurs. SD could perhaps induce gyno through the progesterone route however this is mere speculation, and it certainly is not worth adding an anti-estrogen on cycle. Due to its low androgenic activity, one would expect androgenic sides to be low, and indeed, most users find little in the way of increased bodily hair, acne, hair loss (male pattern baldness - MPB), etc, however as SD does have some androgenic activity, and if you are genetically prone to MPB you may well increase this process while on SD.

The main side effects that seem to occur in many SD users are:

* Cramping/painful "pumps" (specifically lower back)
* Lethargy - in extreme cases people have reported feeling like they had a hangover for the duration of the cycle.
* Painful shin-splints, often making cardio very difficult
* Substantial increases in LDL cholesterol levels and reduction of HDL levels
* SD is methylated so one must remember liver stress is a possibility
* Possible loss in libido near end of cycle

Because of these sides (some being more serious than others) there are certain supplements that in my opinion, one should always employ whilst on a cycle of SD (see Necessary Supplements on Superdrol below).

Diet on Superdrol
Feedback would indicate that SD is not a good steroid to use for cutting. SD works best in a calorific surplus environment, and more specifically, in an environment where carbohydrates are high. For this reason, SD makes more of a good 'bulking' steroid, however one can easily use SD to put on mass whilst putting on little (if any) fat. Obviously this requires manipulation of diet so that protein and carbs are high, with plenty of good Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), but making sure that your calories are clean (good, complex carbs). Glycogen storage is dramatically elevated while on Superdrol and as such, complex carbohydrate consumption should be high, to not only assist in gains, but to potentially reduce the onset of lethargy and the likelihood of hypoglycaemia. You want to ensure intakes that are above maintenance calories. However, SD is not a shield against fat gain and as such it is advisable to consume calories at a level where you were gaining quality weight at a suitable rate before starting the cycle, as opposed to suddenly increasing them well beyond your current intake.

Coming back to the EFAs point - this is very important due to the fact that SD will significantly affect your lipid values. This is not hypothesis, but rather reality as many testers have had blood work done prior to and after using SD, and the vast majority have seen HDL going significantly low and LDL skyrocketing. One's diet on SD should make sure that it is full of EFAs, as the diet of a bodybuilder should always be anyway!

Necessary Supplements on Superdrol
SD is methylated as mentioned, and being a 17?-alkylated compound, stress will be inevitably put on the liver. The most common method employed by users of methylated steroids would be supplementing with Milk Thistle, available from health stores, supplement stores and some bulk powder stores. The Milk Thistle that you purchase needs to be standardised to at least 80% silymarin (the active compound), and users should run 1000mg ed of milk thistle (giving 800mg silymarin). Other liver protection aids, such as N-Acetyl Carnitine (NAC), etc, may also be employed if the user so desires.

If cramping occurs, as it may likely do, 5g ed of Taurine as well as potassium (add bananas into diet) will definitely help. If you have not used Taurine before, start off on 3g ed (take it pre-workout if possible, about 30mins prior to exercise) and build up to 5g. Taurine is available at very low prices from online bulk powder suppliers.

The major issue with SD usage as discussed is the 'trashing' of lipid levels. Thus I would never recommend a cycle of SD without the user taking the precaution of supplementing with cholesterol regulating products. One very good product, which is comparable to prescription statins and other products for cholesterol problems, is Red Yeast Rice (RYR or cholestin). A minimum of 1200mg of RYR ed for the duration of the cycle including PCT should help to maintain healthy levels of LDL and HDL. NOW foods sell a good form of RYR, which includes CoQ10 and some Milk Thistle as well as Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA). One problem of supplementing with RYR is that it depletes the heart of CoQ10, so when using RYR one must also supplement with CoQ10. 60-100mg ed of CoQ10 should be sufficient whilst on RYR.

Due to loss of libido being a possible issue with some (but most users do not report this to any great depth), one may consider the use of Tribulus Terrestris as a supplement to include in one's PCT.

Also, in view of the lethargy that SD promotes, some users may wish to supplement with caffeine or other stimulants if they so wish.

Example of a Superdrol Cycle - (values given are every day - ed)

3-5 days prior to cycle (supplement loading):

* 1000mg Milk Thistle
* 1200mg RYR
* 60mg CoQ10
* 3g Taurine

Week 1:

* 20mg Superdrol, split doses
* Supplement stack*

Week 2:

* 20mg Superdrol, split doses
* Supplement stack*

Week 3:

* 20mg Superdrol, split doses
* Supplement stack*

Post Cycle Therapy (PCT)

Either:

Rebound XT/ATD PCT week 1:

* 75mg Rebound XT (3 caps 1 in morning, 2 in evening taken with 10g of fat ideally)
* Supplement Stack*

Rebound XT/ATD PCT week 2
:

* 50mg Rebound XT (1 cap in morning, 1 in evening, with 10g fat)

Rebound XT/ATD PCT week 3:

* 25mg Rebound XT (1 cap in evening, with fat)

Or:

Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) PCT Day 1:

* 60mg Tamoxifen (taken all at once when convenient)
* Supplement stack*

Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) PCT Days 2-11:

* 40mg Tamoxifen (taken all at once when convenient)
* Supplement stack* (up to days 5-7)

Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) PCT Days 12-21:

* 20mg Tamoxifen

Optional extra: Add Tribulus throughout PCT.

*Supplement stack:

* 1000mg Milk Thistle
* 1200mg RYR
* 60mg CoQ10
* 5g Taurine

Superdrol and Rebound XT are both available for purchase at HardcoreSupplements.co.uk

Water intake should be high throughout the cycle.

Generally time on + PCT should equal time off, so one should ideally wait 6 weeks after PCT finishes before starting a new cycle of SD. SD can be stacked with other 'pro-hormones,' but I do not recommend stacking with those that are methylated as this will put too much unnecessary strain on the liver, even with Milk Thistle supplementation.

Lighter individuals (<170lbs) and those less adventurous may want to consider starting off on 10mg ed for the first 3-7 days to assess how they react to it, and maybe increasing to 20mg ed from the second week onwards. Those that don't respond well after 2 weeks to 20mg ed may also wish to consider going up to 30mg ed, but sides can be a lot worse at this dosage in many. People may also want to consider running it for 4 weeks, and although the above is an example cycle I would recommend, a 4-week cycle would be fine; however I would not recommend anything longer than 4 weeks, due to lipid issues and diminishing returns/gains ceasing. The reason I suggest 3 weeks is many people see very little in the way of gains in the fourth week, and it is often unnecessary to go to the fourth week bearing in mind the side effects associated with SD (which can be cumulative).

While strength gains may appear alarmingly rapid, they do not come with a proportional increase in strength of connective tissue. As such, strict form and a level headed approach to training should be maintained, to reduce the likelihood of injury.

What is Primobolan

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What is Primo?
Primobolan (also known as Primo) is the common name given to the drug Methenolone Enanthate. It is an injectable steroid that is rather mild in nature when compared to other anabolic steroids (AS), and is generally seen as a more steroid more anabolic in nature rather than an androgenic one. Primo also comes in an oral form called Methenolone Acetate, however due to the non-alkylation of the methenolone in this form, it is not realistically a very useful drug for the male bodybuilder as the liver will mostly destroy the methenolone acetate ingested.

Properties of Primo
Primo is quite a unique steroid of which there are no other steroids quite like it. Firstly, Primo does not aromatise to estrogen, thus estrogen related side-effects are not seen in Primo use. This means that acne, water retention, gyno, etc, are all not concerns when using Primo. Thus primo becomes a very useful steroid for those who are easily prone to undesirable side effects such as acne and gyno. Due to the low water retention seen in its use, Primo is often used effectively when cutting. It is not only effective when cutting due to low/nil water retention, bit it also proves very useful when cutting due to its anabolic nature and nitrogen retention properties, which basically means that it holds onto muscle very well when in a calorie deficient mode as one would be when cutting.

Many claim Primo to be side-effect free, except for experiencing slow but steady, quality and retainable muscle gains when on it for longer periods of time (>8weeks). Due to lack of water retention, etc, the gains you see on Primo will be quality muscle gains. Gains on Primo are easily kept, however although Primo is not as harsh on your HPTA (hypothalamus-pituitary-testes axis) it will shut you down. Do not make the mistake of thinking that post cycle therapy (PCT) can be avoided with Primo use, because this is not the case. Recovery should be easier from Primo than most other AS, but proper PCT of Nolvadex and/or Clomid will be necessary.

Primo for many does not generally affect one’s libido; however for some it lowers it if used in a cycle without test. Usually I find that this is the case with heavier users of gear, i.e. those that use larger amounts of test and/or stay on AS for longer periods of time. In such cases, if test is not used in the cycle with Primo, appropriate meds such as Viagra, Cialis, etc may be needed on hand in case of libido problems. However as said, for most recreational AS users, loss of libido generally is not a problem with Primo.

Cycle and dosing info for Primo
Although Primo is a quality steroid, as said it is rather week. Also due to the fact that it contains (in injectable form) an enanthate ester, anything under 400mg per week is rather a pointless use of Primo and a waste of money. Generally with AS, more does not always mean better (due to side-effects and other issues), however in the case of Primo more does definitely equal better. If stacking Primo with testosterone, 400-800mg per week will be an effective dose, with obviously the higher doses being the most effective. Primo will have two main effects in such a stack. Firstly it will seem to amplify the effects of test, so 500mg of test enanthate may seem like 750mg or more. Secondly, Primo is very forgiving with one’s diet. Quality muscle can still be obtained at a steady rate even with one’s diet being off from time to time. However, with a spot-on diet, Primo and test will work wonders.

For those who would want to use Primo on its own or without test, you would really need to use a minimum of 600-800mg per week. If you can afford it, 1000mg per week of Primo will highly reward the user. Some people often ask about using Primo with Trenbolone. This can be done, however without test one must realise that you are likely to be quite shut down, and it is likely you would need some sex medicines as well as HCG. Despite this, for those that want a test-less cycle, Primo and Tren is a great cutting cycle. My ultimate cutting cycle however is one that incorporates Primo, Test Prop and Tren Acetate. Another very good cutting cycle that is test-free would be Primo (600-1000mg per week) with Anavar (60-80mg per day).

Due to the enanthate ester that is attached to the Methenolone base in Primo, it really should not be run for less than 8 weeks. In my opinion, I would run Primo for a minimum of 12 weeks, also bearing in mind that the Primo really kicks in at about weeks 5-6, where a real fullness of muscles is experienced. Primo is also useful at a high dose for those who use higher doses of test and experience appetite loss from this. Primo doesn’t cause such appetite loss, thus when bulking this can give a chance for diet to be spot-on. Primo does suppress and shut you down as said, however it is roughly about half as suppressive as test, so a 12 week Primo cycle would shut you down similar to a 6 week test cycle. For this reason, Primo alone can be run up to 20 weeks without fear of a very difficult recovery in PCT.

Due to the enanthate ester, PCT should be run approximately 14-18days after last Primo injection.

Here are some example Primo cycles:
Primobolan 1) Test-free cycles

* Primo 600-800mg pw weeks 1-12; Anavar 60mg ed weeks 1-8
* Primo 600-800mg pw weeks 1-12; Tren Ace 75mg eod weeks 1-6
* Primo 800mg pw weeks 1-12; Masteron 400-600mg pw weeks 1-14
* Primo 1000mg per week up to 20 weeks (expensive)

2) Primo cycles with Test

* Primo 600mg pw weeks 1-12; Test enanthate 500mg pw weeks 1-12
* Primo 600mg pw weeks 1-12; Test prop 100mg eod weeks 1-14; Tren enanthate 300-400mg pw weeks 1-10 (Superb cutting cycle for advanced user)

There are many other different cycles you could do; these are just a few examples. Generally, the amount of Primo you will use in the cycle will be down to how much you can afford, and how many injections you mind doing. As said though, generally with Primo, the more you can do, the better, but a minimum amount would have to be no less than 400mg/week.

Legitimate Primo
The best Primo money can buy (as is the general rule with any AS) is pharmaceutical grade Primo. By this I do not mean underground lab set-ups that use pharma-grade procedures, but rather pharmaceutically produced AS. Primo originally came made by Schering, in amps of 100mg, one amp per box. Due to the high cost of Primo however, these soon became faked, and along with Viromone are probably the heaviest faked product on the AS market. It is extremely hard to get legit Primo, and harder to be able to spot the real Schering from the fakes. However, if you do get legit Schering Primo, it is the best that money can buy.

Due to Primo being heavily faked, it is likely that you would want to use an underground lab’s Primo. I can only speak from my own experience and those I know and trust, and so can certainly say that British Dragon (BD) Primobol 100 is a solid and trusted product, and although BD products are faked, a good source will always have access to legit BD Primo. There are other good UGL set-ups who also make Primo, and in the Testosterone & Other Steroids forum of MuscleTalk, moderators such as BBigman2000 have posted a few names of underground labs that he and other trusted people have used and know the lab set-up of, of which several will make Primo.

Fast-acting Primo?
Schering did used to make a fast-acting primo, that is, the Methenolone Acetate version as an injectable. However this was 20mg/ml and is no longer made. Some underground labs, particularly in the US have recently been making injectable methenolone acetate. However beware, as there is a reason that it was originally made at 20mg/ml; anything from 50mg/ml and above of this product will cause severe injection site pain following injection, and furthermore pretty much everyone I have read of who has tried this form of Primo at such concentrations will get flu like symptoms after every shot for a day or so. Thus the reason why methenolone acetate is not marketed by any major underground labs.

What is Masteron?

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MasteronPharmaceutical Name: Drostanolone Propionate / Enanthate
Common Brand / Trade/ Slang Names: Masteron, Mastabol, Mast, Masto
Chemical Structure: 2a-methyl-androstan-3-one-17b-ol
Delivery Method: Injectable
Half Life: Ester dependant:

* Drostanolone Propionate - 1-2 days
* Drostanolone Enanthate - 5-6 days

Typical Vial doses: Normal range 50mg/ml to 200mg/ml

Background
Masteron (Drostanolone Propionate) is perhaps one of the more 'exotic' androgenic / anabolic steroids (AAS) that may be used by an athlete. Originally it was developed and used as an anti-estrogen (under the name Masteril) for the treatment of breast cancer. It was largely used in combination with the SERM (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator) Tamoxifen (aka Nolvadex) for the treatment of breast cancer, and did give a significant decrease in estrogen levels in women undergoing such treatment. It is not much used these days for such purposes, for varying reasons, however for many athletes including competitive bodybuilders in particular; Masteron remains a rather unsung favourite of AS medicines.

The fact that Masteron was being used as an anti-estrogen goes to suggest quite a lot about some properties Masteron possesses. Masteron is a derivative of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) and does not convert to estrogen through means of aromatisation. It is thought that the anti-estrogenic properties of Masteron may be in part to do with either an inhibition in some way of the aromatase enzyme or an interaction with estrogen itself in a way which blocks receptor binding of the estrogen. Either way, this would put Masteron as a useful tool for the AS user who uses compounds that convert to estrogen (which most AS users do, considering testosterone is the main basis of most cycles). By inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, Masteron would be in effect blocking the conversion of free testosterone to estrogen by the aromatisation pathway. This would not only serve to marginally increase the amounts of active free testosterone in circulation (thus giving a greater effect of the testosterone over a Masteron-free system), but it would also negate the side-effects that result from high levels of estrogen due to aromatisation. Such side effects include the development of gynecomastia and water retention/bloating. Conversely, if Masteron actually blocks the binding of estrogen to the estrogen receptor (ER) in some way, although aromatisation of testosterone may occur, its effects would be limited due to the inability of the estrogen to bind to the ER. Thus through this mechanism, the effects of excess estrogen production through aromatisation would also be limited by use of Masteron.

Although Masteron contains such anti-estrogenic properties, it also (being a DHT derivative) has anabolic and androgenic properties. Although in theory and on paper it may be seen to be not a very strong androgen, in fact Masteron does give higher androgenic effects than one may expect. The use of Masteron, as it is an AAS, will shut down natural testosterone production and so despite having anti-estrogenic effects again, one must not think that Masteron could be used as an option in post cycle therapy as it will inhibit recovery.

There are two forms of Masteron that are generally available for use – Drostanolone Propionate and Drostanolone Enanthate. The propionate version is usually dosed at 50-150mg/ml and is the fast acting version of Masteron, needing to be injected every other day. The enanthate version of Masteron is dosed normally at around 200mg/ml and needs only to be injected twice per week as the ester attached to the drostanolone is longer thus giving a slower release of hormone.

Suggested Cycles/Uses
Due to the effects of Masteron on estrogen related side effects, Masteron is a very useful tool (especially in competitive bodybuilding) when cutting. As higher levels of estrogen result in water retention, Masteron inhibits water retention, and many users claim that their muscles feel very full and tight on Masteron, with it giving them amazing ‘muscle pumps’ in the gym. Use of Masteron (in combination with other appropriate meds) at low body fat levels results in the user seeing fine detail of the muscles being accentuated, such as striations and the fine details of the muscle. Masteron helps draw out the water from between the skin and the muscle giving this very cut look (at low body fat levels). Not many other AS medicines can give such effects on muscle detail as those seen with Masteron.

Despite these effects of Masteron, it is a rather weak AS in itself. One would hardly benefit at all from use of Masteron on its own, and furthermore use of Masteron alone may result in loss of libido due to shutdown of the body’s natural testosterone production. For these reasons, it is always recommended to stack Masteron with other steroids.

It is said by many that using Masteron is a waste when the user has a body fat percentage higher than 10-12%. I can understand the reasoning, and the user must understand that at higher body fat levels the detail to the muscle will not be seen in such a way as described; however I do not see it as a waste due to its anti-estrogenic properties. Such properties may allow one to not use other ancillaries on cycle that would have other undesirable side effects, and in addition Masteron may work in a synergistic fashion with other AS medicines to amplify their effects (for example with testosterone as described above). Masteron would however not be recommended for beginner use as it is not needed at this starting out level.

Masteron can be pretty much incorporated into any cycle containing testosterone (see Testosterone as an Anabolic Steroid). The dosages that should be used with Masteron are:

* 350-500mg per week (propionate version, injected every other day)
* 400-600mg per week (enanthate version, injected twice per week)

An example of an excellent cutting cycle for an advanced user would be: (6-10 weeks)

* 150mg Testosterone propionate every other day
* 50mg Trenbolone acetate every day (or 100mg every other day)
* 150mg Masteron (propionate) every other day
* 50mg Winstrol every day, last 4 weeks of cycle only

Of course with such an intermediate/advanced cycle, the user could also incorporate other medicines such as Clenbuterol, Ephedrine, T3, growth hormone, IGF, etc.
A more novice cutting cycle may consist of: (6-8 weeks)

* 100mg Testosterone propionate every other day
* 100mg Masteron (propionate) every other day

Possible Side Effects
As discussed, Masteron possesses anti-estrogenic properties which results in the elimination of many of the unwanted side effects that AS users may experience, such as gynecomastia, water retention and dangerous increases in blood pressure. Although Masteron is a weak steroid and on paper it has low androgenic properties, it has already been mentioned that in practice the androgenic properties appear to be slightly higher than in theory, and secondly Masteron is a DHT derivative. For more detailed information on DHT and the results of excess DHT in circulation see the ‘Possible Side Effects’ section of the article Testosterone as an Anabolic Steroid.

Briefly however, the side effects that may occur with use of Masteron include hair loss (if prone to male pattern baldness), aggression and acne. If a user does experience acne with other androgens such as testosterone, then it is a real possibility that they may experience it with the use of Masteron. I know of people who experience only a few spots with the use of testosterone however when using Masteron they experience many more spots. On the other hand, there are users who seem to experience less spots on Masteron than they do on Trenbolone.

As with all AAS, it is impossible for anyone to say how an individual will definitely react in terms of side effects, etc with any medicine, as individuals will always differ in their responses to medicines, with differing severities as well. But the user must be aware that the potential is there, and thus take this into consideration when planning a cycle. There are medicines available to combat side effects, such as finasteride for baldness and accutane for acne, however these medicines also have their limitations and must be researched well before use.

Having said this, Masteron when initially produced pharmacologically, was seen by the FDA as a relatively safe medicine, even at high dosages. Dosages in excess of 150mg per day (that’s over 1000mg per week) were considered as safe limits by the FDA (bear in mind most other AAS used by athletes are used in levels that exceed FDA safe limits). This is good news to the user, however do not misinterpret this information as a reason to use excessive doses of Masteron as in reality anything above 600mg per week is not going to give any more benefit than 500-600mg per week would give, thus excessive use would be a waste of money and injections.

What is Dianabol?

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Pharmaceutical Name: Methandrostenolone / Methandienone
Common Brand/Trade/Slang Names: Dianabol, D-Bol, Anabol (Pinks), Naposim, Methanabol, Danabol, Reforvit B
Chemical Structure: 17a-methyl-17b-hydroxy-1,4-androstadien-3-one
Delivery Method: Normally Orally
Half Life: Approx 4hrs
Typical Vial/Tablet doses: 5mg/10mg/50mg

Background
Dianabol. No other steroid conjures up more nostalgia in the bodybuilding community. For decades this has been the mainstay of both novice and experienced users. Other steroids may fall out of favour, or indeed appear to be the new Holy Grail, but Dianabol is probably the most used steroid of them all, and is often heralded ‘The Breakfast of (often shortened to D-Bol), was actually a brand name given to the steroid compound Methandrostenolone by the Swiss pharmaceutical and chemical company Ciba. Though production ceased many years ago, the brand name lives on and is still the name by which the steroid is most commonly referred. Nowadays, there are a host of ‘underground laboratories’ that manufacture this steroid.

Even today, despite steroid users becoming more accustomed to, and have the finance to fund exotic cycles with many different compounds, Dianabol is as popular as ever, owing to the fact that it is not only very cheap and relatively widespread, but results are nothing short of breathtaking, both in terms of mass gained and increases in strength.

Suggested Cycles/Uses
Prospective steroid users will typically look toward D-Bol as their first steroid experience. This is understandable given the unease that they may possess in respect of using inject able steroids. A 4-6 week course of 25mg-30mg per day should yield a pleasing outcome for novice users, whilst minimising side effects. As you would expect, more advanced users will benefit from higher dosages, though the dose/result ratio is not uniformly linear, and will see benefits tapering off strongly above 60mg-70mg per day, a situation also compounded with perhaps unacceptable side effects. However, given the nature of Dianabol, this situation is rarely encountered, as more experienced users will prefer to stack it with an injectable ‘base’ steroid such as Testosterone or Nandrolone (Deca) in order that the D-Bol dosages are kept modest.

Due to the relatively short half life, the daily dose is usually spread throughout the day, typically three or four times, with meals. Alternatively, some users prefer to take the full daily dose in one sitting, around 30 minutes before their workout. Dosing in this way can give rise to incredible ‘pumps’ during the workout, providing the user with a very real sense of vigour and increased performance. There is an additional perceived benefit in that a single dosage will result in a slightly greater uptake of the drug. Whilst this is true, it is somewhat of a fallacy due to the fact that any benefit is countered by an increased in liver stress associated with an increased load borne by the liver from a single dosing schedule. Additionally, it will create a spike in blood concentrations, swiftly followed by a crash; a situation which is normally desired to be avoided by users.

Dianabol is particularly suited to mass gaining goals, where the primary aim is to gain as much muscle as possible, with the user typically adjusting their diets to accommodate possibly 5000 calories or more. Testosterone/Deca/Dianabol is a superb combination with this goal in mind, two examples of which are shown below:

(Novice)
Testosterone (Enanthate/Cypionate/Sustanon) 500mg pw, weeks 1-11
Deca 400mg pw, weeks 1-10
Dianabol 25mg ed, weeks 1-4

(Intermediate)
Testosterone (Enanthate/Cypionate/Sustanon) 750mg pw, weeks 1-11
Deca 600mg pw, weeks 1-10
Dianabol 35mg ed, weeks 1-4

Due to the sometimes excessive water retentive properties of Dianabol, it makes it a poor choice of compound in cycles where the user is looking to shed fat. Cardiovascular activity will feature heavily during periods of cutting and these endeavours will be greatly hampered by the water retention and the painful ‘pumps’ that often ensue.

Possible Side Effects
Dianabol is a strong anabolic, with moderate to high androgenic qualities. Acne, oily skin and body hair growth cannot be ruled out and they are often encountered from a dose of just 20mg or 25mg per day. Increases in the rate of male pattern baldness in those susceptible to the condition is also a concern, with many users reporting that it is perhaps as harsh to the hairline as Testosterone. However, unlike testosterone which is readily converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) by the 5-α reductase enzyme, Dianabol, although liable and capable of reduction to the androgenically stronger dihydromethandrostenolone, does not have a strong affinity to do so, therefore this metabolite is of little concern.

Dianabol is also capable of interaction with the enzyme aromatase resulting in the possibility of estrogenic side effects. Gynecomastia may become apparent even very early into a cycle, so the user must always ensure that they have the necessary drugs to treat the condition at the earliest possible opportunity. A Selective Estrogen Modulator (SERM) such as Tamoxifen (brand name Nolvadex) is usually used in these instances, perhaps with the addition of an anti-estrogen such as Proviron or Arimidex which will help hinder further estrogenic conversion. (For more information see the article Combating Oestrogens & Progesterone).

Significant water retention is also a feature of dianabol use. Large initial weight gains are largely attributable to the user holding water, giving the appearance of bloatedness in the body, neck and face (moon face). Such mass gains must not be assumed to be solely muscular, and users should expect that post cycle weight losses will be significant.

As mentioned above, dianabol is hepatotoxic i.e. stressful to the liver. This is due to the alkylation which is added to the steroid molecule to enable it to survive the first pass hepatic metabolism and thus greatly increase the drugs bioavailability. Unfortunately, this alkylation may affect clinical liver values, (markers of liver function obtainable from a blood test) so use of such oral steroids are usually limited both in dose and duration, in an attempt to minimise potential liver damaging issues.

Clenbuterol - Clen

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What is Clenbuterol and what does it do?
Clenbuterol (often referred to simply as 'Clen') is not a steroid, but a Beta 2 Sympathomitetic and central nervous system (CNS) stimulant. It is a specific agonist, stimulating the adrenergic beta 2 receptors. It is used in certain countries in a medical sense as a bronchodilator in the treatment of asthma, though not in the UK and USA, mainly due to its long half life.

Athletes and bodybuilders use the drug due to its thermogenic and anti-catabolic effects. This is down to its ability to slightly increase the body's core temperature, thereby raising calorie (energy) expenditure. It is thought that a 1°F increase yields around a 5% increase in maintenance calories burned. Studies on livestock suggest that clenbuterol also has anabolic properties. However, this seems not to be the case in humans, thought to be due to the fact that humans lack the abundance of beta 3 receptors which increase insulin production and sensitivity.

Clenbuterol is dosed in micrograms (mcg/µg), most commonly in tablet form, though there are other forms of administration such as liquids, nasal sprays and injectables. Note: Although dosages are in microgram amounts, many manufacturers will list the active ingredient as milligrams (mg), so a tablet of 20mcg will be labelled as 0.02mg.

What are the side effects/possible implications?
Side effects are dose dependant, though most users will find that most tend to subside with persistent use. Caution is advised when employing the use of Clenbuterol in conjunction with other adrenoceptor agonists as side effects are likely to be cumulative. It is for this reason that it is generally not recommended to use ephedrine/ephedra (or ma huang) or the ECA stack (ephedrine-caffeine-aspirin) whilst using clen.

Common side effects of clenbuterol include:
Headaches
Muscular tremors (especially hand shakes)
Muscular cramps
Nervousness
Insomnia
Sweating
Increased appetite
Nausea
Palpitations
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Possible cardiac hypertrophy as clen also targets cardiac and smooth muscle fibres
Heart muscle necrosis has been demonstrated in animal studies

In view of the above side effects, it is obvious to assume that anyone with cardiac issues and/or hypertension should not use a stimulant such as Clenbuterol and caution must be observed by those already using similar compounds in the treatment of existing medical conditions. In addition, there is very little conclusive knowledge of the cardiac effects of supra-physiological dosages in humans.

Commonly used doses
It is well known that Clenbuterol use results in rapid down-regulation of beta 2 receptors. This is due to the powerful stimulatory effect of the drug. It is therefore pointless to use clen for long periods without a break. Some believe that a two day on, two day off dosing schedule will allow adequate potential for receptor up-regulation. However, I doubt this to be the case due to the relatively long half life of clen, resulting in continued stimulation even throughout the 'off' days. A much better regime would be a two week on, two week off cycle. Maximum plasma levels are reached around 2-3 hours after oral administration, and terminal half life at 34 hours (Zimmer, 1976).

A tapering up of dosages is recommended in an attempt to limit harsh side effects. Most commonly, a user will start by taking one 20mcg tablet on day 1, followed by an increase of one tablet on subsequent days. Subject to personal tolerance levels, a dosage of 140mcg (seven tabs) will be used by day 7, and this level should be maintained for the entire second week. It would be fruitless to exceed seven or eight tablets daily due to receptor over-saturation. There is no requirement to taper down.

For the next 'cycle' of clen (i.e. weeks 5 & 6), there is no requirement to taper up from one tablet as your tolerance level should now be known. As an example, if the user finished the first cycle of clen on 7 tabs, they could recommence at a slightly lower dose of 4 or 5, and taper up again from this level. Again though, the user should again limit their intake to 7 or 8 tabs daily.

During the two 'off' weeks, an ECA stack can be used as required. ECA will not cause such a pronounced down regulation and desensitization of the receptors, certainly not to the extent of clen. Ephedrine has a short half life in contrast to clen which results in times throughout the day where the betas will partially recover from stimulation by adrenaline and nor-adrenaline. Potency is also much weaker that that of clen, as it is not a specific agonist. Ephedrine is also thought to increase the conversion of endogenous/exogenous T4 to T3 through the activation of deiodinase enzymes responsible for this process. This is important as clen is known to slow the rate of T4 to T3 conversion. As a side note, some bodybuilders will use T3 concurrently with the Clenbuterol/ECA cutting cycle (together with certain anabolic/androgenic steroids no doubt!) in an attempt to at least maintain plasma T3 levels.

Cycles of Clen/ECA are normally limited to 12 weeks in total, though are often shorter.

Female dosages tend to be slightly lower than those of male users, with an upper limit of 80-120mcg (4-6 tabs).

Aside from its fat burning properties, Clen is often used as an anti-catabolic to maintain muscular gains following a steroid cycle. A dosage of 40mcg daily would be suited to this situation.

There is no particular requirement to split the dosage throughout the day due to the long half life. Most will take the full daily dose in the morning, though some prefer to take their dose just before bed in an attempt to avoid most of the side effects as they sleep.

Some user accounts suggest that splitting the dose may lessen side effects slightly. It is a trial and error process in essence, to ascertain which method suits you personally.

Muscular cramping
Cramping whilst using Clenbuterol is a fairly common side effect. This is most probably due to depletion of the amino acid taurine in the liver together with deficits in the electrolytes sodium and potassium, as well as inadequate hydration. Taurine helps stabilize cell membranes and prevent nerves from becoming over-excited. Some studies show that giving taurine supplements relieves painful muscle cramps. Japanese researchers found that the longer rats exercised, the more taurine they lost from their muscles (Matsuzaki et al, 2002).

Symptoms of cramping may be alleviated by:
Eating fruit particularly bananas
Ensuring adequate hydration
Taurine supplementation - 3-5g daily
Potassium supplementation - 200-400mg daily taken before bed on an empty stomach

Ketotifen
Ketotifen is an anti-histamine used medically to treat bronchial asthma and allergies. It has a sedative and depressant effect on the brain. It acts by decreasing the release of histamine which is a chemical released when an allergic reaction occurs. Ketotifen blocks the action of histamine on special histamine receptors and reduces the nerve response when an allergic reaction occurs.

Histamine is the chemical in the body that causes the symptoms of an allergic (hypersensitivity) reaction. These can include inflammation of the skin, airways or tissues, rashes, itching and of the skin, eyes or nose, nasal congestion and narrowing of the airways. By blocking the actions of histamine, ketotifen may prevent and relieve the narrowing of the airways that occurs in asthma due to allergies.

However, bodybuilders are interested in the drug as it has been shown to inhibit the down regulation of the beta receptors, including the beta 2s that clen stimulates. As long as you are taking ketotifen, it will continue to clean these receptors, never allowing them to downregulate, even while on a heavy clen cycle. That means you can continue to take clen indefinitely without having to cycle off to regenerate the receptors. A dose of 2-3mg daily can upregulate even severely shut down receptors within a week.

It also means that you don't need as much clen to get the same benefits. It seems you can take about 30-40% less clen and it be equally effective.

No studies have been done to find the most effective dose though most users should find 3-4mg daily ideal, which can be split or taken in one sitting. Higher doses are likely to cause (sometimes severe) drowsiness and increase appetite.