The use of a drug called "Testosterone propionate" is gaining more and more popularity among athletes. Today it is one of the most sought after steroids in bodybuilding.
General information
Testosterone is a well-known hormone that is extremely important for men. But, unfortunately, we often have to deal with the fact that many, including young men, have a low level. With this indicator, there is a decrease in male sex drive, a decrease in muscle mass, fatigue, and an increase in adipose tissue. Of course, for athletes, such characteristics will not allow them to achieve results. This is especially true for bodybuilders, because high testosterone levels provide fast and effective muscle gain. In the case of a deficiency of this hormone, many athletes turn to a drug called Testosterone Propionate.
Testosterone propionate is an injectable steroid. Experienced bodybuilders note that the main advantage of propionate is quick results, the disadvantage is short-term action. Already after the first application with a dosage of 50-100 mg, you can feel the effect of raising strength and energy, since the level of the hormone rises. The effect disappears after 1-2 days, so athletes take it regularly every two days, many of them daily.
Another feature of the drug is that when it is taken, there is a minimum water retention in the body. Because of this factor, some athletes consider the drug ineffective in view of the fact that it is not possible to gain a weight gain of 10 kg per month. But the specificity of the drug implies its use during the period of the so-called drying in bodybuilders, which allows you to get better and more prominent muscles.
Dosage
Doctors advise to calculate the dosage of the drug according to the following principles. Novice athletes should take testosterone propionate once every two days, 50 mg by injection. Professionals should do this once a day, 100 mg. It is not necessary to take the drug too often and in large quantities, as side effects can be felt.
Side effects
Side effects can often be encountered when using steroids. Testosterone propionate is no exception. Acne is one of them. Acne may appear even after the first injection. With prolonged use, the body may stop producing its own testosterone. After 2-3 months of cessation of injections, as a rule, the production of the hormone by the body returns to normal. There are frequent cases of gynecomastia - an increase in the mammary gland in men, but if you follow the dosage, this can be avoided. Another side effect is increased hair growth (in some cases, on the contrary, hair loss).
Due to the special specifics of this kind of drugs, you should remember about the safety of your own body. In case of negative effects of propionate, you must immediately stop using it.
