TESTOSTERONE PROPIONATE
Testosterone propionate is a common oil-based injectable testosterone.
The added propionate
extends the activity of the testosterone but it is still comparatively
much faster acting than other
testosterone esters such as cypionate and enanthate. While cyp and
enanthate are injected weekly, propionate is most commonly injected at
least every third day to keep blood levels steady. For strength and muscle
mass gains, this drug is quite effective. With propionate, androgenic side
effects seem somewhat less pronounced than with the other testosterones,
probably due to the fact that blood levels do not build up as high. Users
often report less gyno trouble, lower water retention and commonly claim
to be harder on prop than with the others. This however is still a testosterone
and, as with all testosterone products, androgenic side effects are unavoidable.
It should also be noted that propionate is often a very painful injection.
Users very regularly report swelling and noticeable pain for a few days
after a shot.