What is Anadrol?

Anadrol (oxymetholone) is an anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS), which is considered the most powerful oral steroid in the market. Initially, Anadrol was used to treat patients with anemia, osteoporosis, or any disease whose symptoms included muscle wasting. It was also helpful to boost appetite and promote muscle growth in malnourished patients.

Apart from that, Anadrol has been used by the bodybuilding community for nearly half a decade and remains one of the most popular anabolic steroids out there. The drug significantly increases the number of red blood cells in the body, so large amounts of oxygen are carried into the muscles. This translates to more energy and endurance, resulting in better performance overall. Moreover, the protein synthesis skyrockets in individuals using Anadrol, due to which an athlete gains muscle mass in a very short time. However, it is important to remember that Anadrol isn’t some magic pill that maximizes muscle gains overnight. Your diet, workouts, and dosage need to be spot on to gain effective results.

Benefits

The steroid is very effective, and its results start to appear in a short time, due to which many bodybuilders still prefer it despite all the side effects. Some of its notable benefits are as follows:

●        An average lean muscle gain of around 20-30 pounds over 4-5 weeks of using Anadrol.

●        Reduced joint pain that is experienced in between workouts

●        Improved fluid retention within muscles, increasing strength and endurance.

●        Stimulates testosterone to extremely high levels promoting rapid muscle growth.

●        Works great for stacking with other steroids such as testosterone, Dianabol, Deca, etc.

●        Rapid fat burning

Side Effects

The side effects of this steroid can be a lot worse and may even be irreversible in some cases. Hence, you need to be well- aware of all the health risks in order to protect your organs:

●        Like any other anabolic steroid, Anadrol also damages the liver. Hence, it is preferable to take some supplements to curb the harmful effects. It is advisable to avoid any alcohol consumption during this period.

●        It causes a significant amount of water retention which makes you look all bloated and puffy.

●        Once the cycle ends, your natural testosterone production will shut down, and restoring it post cycle will be a challenging task.

Other side effects may include:

●        Risk of gynecomastia

●        High blood pressure

●        Acne and oily skin

●        Depression

●        Deepening of voice (in females)

●        Changes in skin color

●        Loss of appetite

●        Depression

 Dosage

Typically, most male bodybuilders use around 50-100 mg/day for around 4-6 weeks. However, the cycles may differ. If you’re a beginner, it is recommended to start off with 25mg a day and then gradually increase the dosage up to 50 mg as your body isn’t used to such a harsh component. If you are an intermediate user with some experience with steroids, begin with 50mg/day. If your body isn’t reacting well to Anadrol, do not increase your dose and wait until the body responds well.

Beginning with 100mg/day is standard practice for experienced professionals as their body is already familiar with strong drugs. However, consuming anything more than 100mg is extreme and not recommended for a long period. Chances of serious health risks increase significantly, and overdosing or abusing these drugs may prove fatal.

Don’t forget about the post-cycle therapy, especially after powerful drugs like Anadrol. It helps restore the body and bring hormones back in balance.

Precautions

Your doctor or pharmacist must be well aware of your medical history. The medication shouldn't be used if you have any medical conditions like prostate cancer, breast cancer, severe kidney or liver disease, diabetes, etc. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to anything to avoid any adverse effects that may be caused due to inactive ingredients in the drug. It is not advised to children below the age of 18 as it may cause stunting of growth.

Anadrol shouldn't be used by women if they are pregnant. It is crucial for young girls or women of childbearing age to use effective birth control while using Anadrol. It is not confirmed whether or not the drug passes into breast milk. Therefore, it should not be used while breastfeeding as it may potentially harm the infant.

Final Thoughts

Anadrol is a strong steroid that gives you muscle gains and strength like no other, especially if you’re combining it with other bulking compounds. Similarly, its side effects are like all other anabolic steroids but a little more intense. Hence, beginners should opt for other anabolic steroids so that their bodies can build up a tolerance for Anadrol.