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Testosterone Propionate
Testosterone Propionate is a short-ester testosterone with a half-life of ~2 days, requiring every-other-day injections. It produces quicker gains and faster clearance than long-ester testosterones, making it ideal for cutting cycles, pre-competition prep, or those sensitive to estrogen. Widely used in competitive bodybuilding.
- Also known as: Test P, TP
- Form: injectable
- Half-life: ~2 days
- Typical cycle length: 8–12 weeks
- Typical dose (men): 100–200 mg every other day (350–700 mg/week)
- Typical dose (women): Not recommended
- Anabolic : androgenic rating: 100 : 100
- PCT required: yes
Dosing by experience level
| Level | Dose | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 100 mg EOD | Every other day | First cycle — solo run 8 weeks |
| Intermediate | 150 mg EOD | Every other day | Stack with Anavar or Masteron for cutting |
| Advanced | 200 mg EOD | Every other day | Pre-competition stack with Trenbolone Acetate |
Side effects
- Injection site pain (frequent injections)
- Aromatization
- Testosterone suppression
- Acne
- Hair loss
Common stacks
- Trenbolone Acetate
- Masteron Propionate
- Anavar
- Winstrol
Important notes
- Requires every-other-day injections due to short half-life
- Clears system faster — PCT can begin sooner (3 days after last injection)
- More injection site pain than long esters
- Popular for cutting and pre-contest prep