MASTERON (drostanolone propionate)
Masteron, the Syntex brand name for the drug drostanolone propionate,
is a popular steroid among competitive bodybuilders. It is commonly used
in contest preparation for many reasons. To begin with, drostanolone propionate
is a derivative of DHT(dihydrotestosterone), and therefore will not aromatize
into estrogen. Competing bodybuilders find this extremely beneficial because
aromatization typically causes excess water retention which may give the
muscles a smooth appearance. Another advantage of Masteron is its strong
androgenic component. The androgenic effect of this steroid can cause a
noticeable improvement in muscle density and hardness which can help the
bodybuilder obtain the "ripped" look if his bodyfat percentage is low enough.
The androgenic effect is also crucial because it helps to provide sufficent
"kick" or "drive" for intense training when an athlete has lowered his
caloric intake for contest preparation. Masteron can also be used successfully
by bodybuilders preparing for a drug-tested show. The substance drostanolone
propionate is fast acting and quickly broken down. The athlete can therefore
use Masteron up to about ten days before a drug test. The average dosage
of Masteron is 100 mg injected every other day. It is best to inject Masteron
every 2-3 days because it has a short duration of effect. Popular steroids
stacked with Masteron include Parabolan(trenbolone hexahydrobencylcarbonate),
Winstrol(stanozolol), and oxandrolone. Athletes rarely experience any side
effects with this steroid. Masteron is not hepatoxic, and gynecomastia
should not be a concern since it does not convert into estrogen. Some possible
side effects include acne, accelerated hair loss, and increased aggression.
The main disadvantage of Masteron is its very poor availability on the
black market and its high price. Masteron from Belgium comes in a box of
two ampoules. Each 2 ml amp will contain 100 mg of drostanolone propionate.
One of these boxes containing two amps can cost well over $50 on the black
market.