Masteron (Drostanolone): effects on the body and administration schemes

Author: Nikita Shilkin - Candidate for Master of Sports in Powerlifting and gym trainer.
2014-04-24

Important! We do not advocate for the use of steroids and other potent substances. All information is provided so that those who still decide to take them can do so with minimal health risks.

Masteron (Drostanolone) is a steroid derived from dihydrotestosterone. It is a strong androgen and an aromatase inhibitor. It is used in medicine for the treatment of breast cancer.

Features

As mentioned above, masteron is a close relative of dihydrotestosterone, inheriting all of its qualities. The only difference is that drostanolone is a slightly stronger anabolic, though its anabolic properties are not highly pronounced. This drug possesses a number of very useful properties that distinguish it from other AAS (androgenic-anabolic steroids).

1. Aromatase inhibitor properties. The ability to block the aromatization process in masteron is completely analogous to its closest relative – proviron. The only difference in their molecular structure is just one atom.

2. Ability to affect the nervous system, increasing its recovery speed. This is very useful for working on speed and strength. It enhances endurance, provides a "drive" during workouts, and increases the desire to train.

3. Exhibits fat-burning and mild diuretic properties. This makes muscles harder and more sharply defined.

4. Quickly excreted from the body. After just 10 days of discontinuing drostanolone, a doping test is likely to be negative.

5. Drostanolone easily binds with sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), increasing the percentage of free hormones in the blood, thus enhancing the effectiveness of the cycle.

Thus, drostanolone is advisable to use as an aromatase inhibitor during cutting instead of proviron. It is also beneficial for increasing strength performance with minimal muscle gain.

Side Effects

Masteron only has androgen-related side effects. First and foremost:

• oily skin and acne;
• increased libido;
• hair growth on the body.

From personal experience, I can say that drostanolone gives no side effects to one person, while another experiences the full set. Therefore, with the first course of drostanolone, it will definitely be clear within 3-4 days whether this drug is suitable for you or not.

This drug is contraindicated for women, as it can cause virilization within a very short time. Most likely, within two days after the first injection.

Masteron moderately suppresses the body's own testosterone production. Recovery of natural testosterone secretion after the cycle is generally quite easy.

Forms of Release and Dosages

It is usually released as a solution of propionic acid ester in oil and has a corresponding half-life of about 24 hours. Typically, preparations are produced with a concentration of 100 mg/ml.

Working dosages range from 100 mg every three days to 100 mg per day. Sometimes professional bodybuilders or strength athletes use a dosage of 1000 mg per week.

Combination and Usage Schemes

Drostanolone can be combined with virtually any preparation. However, it should not be forgotten that this drug is primarily needed during cutting or for gaining strength with minimal muscle gain.

Using Drostanolone Solo

This is the simplest course of drostanolone. It is suitable for gaining strength indicators in powerlifting and weightlifting. It almost does not lead to muscle mass gain. It is designed for beginners in steroid use. Tamoxifen is used here to facilitate recovery after the course. PCT - post-cycle therapy.

Course for Gaining Quality Muscle Mass

In this course, drostanolone is used as an auxiliary preparation. Its purpose is to eliminate the aromatization from testosterone and to bind SHBG. The course is intended for gaining quality muscle mass.

Course for Improving Speed-Strength Indicators

This course is designed to improve speed-strength indicators in powerlifting or weightlifting. It will not result in any significant muscle mass gain. It is good for passing doping control, as the metabolites of the used preparations leave the body very quickly. Just 14 days after discontinuing all steroids, the doping test will most likely be negative.

Course for Preparation for Bodybuilding Competitions

This is an example of an AAS course for preparing a high-level athlete for bodybuilding competitions.