Stanozolol
Winstrol. 17α-alkylated DHT derivative. Available as oral or water-based injectable.
Overview
Winstrol. 17α-alkylated DHT derivative. Available as oral or water-based injectable.
Severely impacts lipids (HDL suppression), significant liver stress (oral form), dramatically lowers SHBG, can worsen joint health, elevates liver enzymes
Compound Guide
Ester: None -- available as oral (17-alpha alkylated) or water-based injectable. Both forms have similar half-lives.
Dosage:
- Enhancement (oral): 25-50 mg/day for 4-6 weeks
- Enhancement (injectable): 50 mg EOD for 4-6 weeks
Administration:
- Oral: split dose 2x/day
- Injectable: water-based, can cause significant PIP; 25-27g needle
Key Notes:
- DHT derivative -- does not aromatise, no E2 increase
- Harshest common oral on lipids -- HDL destruction is severe even at low doses
- Dries out joints by reducing synovial fluid -- high injury risk for heavy lifters
- Not recommended alongside heavy compound lifts -- joint and tendon injuries are common
- Significant liver stress (oral form) -- mandatory liver support (NAC + TUDCA)
- Dramatically lowers SHBG
- Keep cycles short (4-6 weeks max) due to lipid and joint impact
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Usage History
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Quick Reference
Category
AAS
Half-Life
8-9 hours
Detection Time
2 months