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Anadrol (Oxymetholone)
Anadrol is one of the most powerful oral anabolic steroids for rapid mass and strength gains. It can add 20-30 lbs in the first 4-6 weeks but comes with significant side effects including liver toxicity and water retention. Used primarily as a bulking cycle kickstarter.
- Also known as: Adrol, A-bombs, Oxymetholone
- Form: oral
- Half-life: 8–9 hours
- Typical cycle length: 4–6 weeks (oral)
- Typical dose (men): 25–100 mg/day
- Typical dose (women): Not recommended
- Anabolic : androgenic rating: 320 : 45
- PCT required: yes
Dosing by experience level
| Level | Dose | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 25–50 mg/day | Once or twice daily with food | First-time user — start at 25mg |
| Intermediate | 50–75 mg/day | Split with meals | Stack with long-ester testosterone |
| Advanced | 100 mg/day | Split with meals | Very high toxicity at this dose — run TUDCA |
Side effects
- Severe liver toxicity
- Extreme water retention
- High blood pressure
- Gynecomastia (even with AI)
- Headaches
- Suppression of appetite at high doses
- Testosterone suppression
Common stacks
- Testosterone Enanthate
- Deca-Durabolin
- Trenbolone
Important notes
- Run TUDCA/NAC liver support — mandatory
- One of the most hepatotoxic oral steroids
- Can add 20-30 lbs in first 4-6 weeks (mostly water)
- Do not run longer than 6 weeks
- Monitor blood pressure closely