Proviron
Proviron is an
orally active form of DHT, which is pure androgen, but unlike testosterone, it
doesn’t cause any water
retention. DHT is also what makes muscle “hard.” It
lowers SHBG (Sex hormone Binding Globulin) thus preventing estrogen to form and
can be used to prevent aromatization from other compounds. DHT is also what
attributes to erectile rigidity. There are drawbacks however, most notably
prostate hypertrophy
and hair loss.
Proviron is a
great addition to any cycle for a variety of reasons. Since it lowers SHBG it
allows for more total testosterone to become bioavailable. Up to 90% of
testosterone, be it natural or administered, remains in a “bound” state (due to
SHBG) rendering it useless. Proviron will release more active testosterone into
the bloodstream so you can reap more of the benefits.
Proviron works
as well as an anti aromatase,
There is no rebound effect.
Instead of removing or blocking estrogen, it stops it from forming.
Proviron is also
excellent for contest preparation because it adds density and definition.
Androgen receptors
are found in fat calls as well as
muscle cells
and DHT binds so well that there’s a distinct fat burning effect from its use.
Many people use Proviron in between cycles to maintain gains
and libido. However, DHT will not do much in regard to maintaining muscle. And
as with any drug, a tolerance is developed over time so using Proviron to help a
lagging libido will just add to further inhibition once the use of the drug has
ceased. Proviron is far less suppressive than straight testosterone nor is
it especially liver toxic. Pure DHT also does not shut down the HPTA as quickly
as other androgens though it will still suppress over time. It is often
used to “ease out” of a cycle to maintain libido when recovering back to a
natural state.
The main downside of Proviron is that since it contains no
anabolic properties, it will not result in much muscle growth if used alone. It
truly is a “kicker” to other steroids, most notably testosterone and in that
regard it works very well. A dose of 25 mgs-50 is most commonly used per day,
both as an addition to any cycle, to prevent estrogenic sides and as a cushion
for coming of a cycle.
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