Anadrol is an oral steroid that contains 50 mg of the hormone Oxymetholone.
Anadrol is highly effective for achieving significant increases in both strength and size. It is very anabolic and enhances red blood cell production and appetite. Originally, Anadrol was developed as a treatment for patients with conditions that cause severe weight loss, such as HIV.
Many bodybuilders regard Anadrol as the most potent oral steroid available for gaining mass. However, it's important to recognize that a portion of this mass can result from water retention induced by the steroid. While Oxymetholone is derived from DHT and does not convert to estrogen directly, it is still associated with various estrogenic side effects. There are theories that suggest that Oxymetholone may activate the body’s natural estrogen receptors excessively. More powerful anti-estrogens like Letrozole and Exemestane have been shown to significantly lower estrogen levels in the body, making them effective in reducing these side effects when used with Oxymetholone.
Anadrol acts very quickly, and users generally start experiencing its benefits towards the end of the first week. It is crucial to highlight that Anadrol (Oxymetholone) can be hepatotoxic if not used carefully. Bodybuilders are advised to limit cycles of this steroid to 6 weeks or less and to maintain daily doses at or below 100 mg.
Typically, those incorporating Anadrol (Oxymetholone) into their cycle use it during the initial 3-6 weeks alongside an injectable form of Testosterone. To enhance mass gains even further, bodybuilders may add another injectable like Deca or Tren to the regime. In these scenarios, gains in mass and strength are likely to be exceptionally pronounced. Additionally, Anadrol will suppress the body’s natural testosterone production, making a post-cycle therapy (PCT) plan essential after discontinuation.