PCT

Advanced Steroid & Health

Post Cycle Therapy

Definition

A protocol using SERMs (and sometimes HCG) after a steroid cycle to stimulate natural testosterone production and restore the HPTA. Typically runs 4-8 weeks.

Related Blood Markers

Testosterone

Unit: nmol/L

Primary male sex hormone. Important for muscle growth, bone density, and mood.

LH

Unit: IU/L

Pituitary hormone that stimulates testosterone production in testes.

FSH

Unit: IU/L

Pituitary hormone important for sperm production.

Estradiol

Unit: pmol/L

Primary estrogen. Important for bone health, lipids, and cardiovascular protection.

Related Compounds

Tamoxifen

SERMs

Nolvadex. Selective estrogen receptor modulator. Used for PCT and gyno prevention.

Clomiphene

SERMs

Clomid. SERM used for PCT to restore natural testosterone production.

HCG

Peptides

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin. Mimics LH to maintain testicular function.