Masteron (dromostanolone propionate or
drostanolone propionate), is a popular
steroid among competitive bodybuilders. It is commonly
used in contest preparation for many reasons. To
begin with, dromostanolone propionate is a derivative
of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), and therefore, it
will not aromatize into estrogen. Competing bodybuilders
find this extremely beneficial because aromatization
typically causes excess water retention which may
give the muscles a smooth appearance. Another advantage
of Masteron is its strong androgenic component.
The androgenic effect of this steroid can cause
a noticeable improvement in muscle density and hardness
which can help the bodybuilder obtain the "ripped"
look if his bodyfat percentage is low enough. The
androgenic effect is also crucial because it helps
to provide sufficient "kick" or "drive" for intense
training when an athlete has lowered his caloric
intake for contest preparation. Masteron can also
be used successfully by bodybuilders preparing for
a drug-tested show. The substance dromostanolone propionate
is fast acting and quickly broken down. The athlete
can therefore use Masteron up to about ten days
before a drug test. The average dosage of Masteron
is 100 mg injected every other day. It is best to
inject Masteron every 2-3 days because it has a
short duration of effect. Popular steroids stacked
with Masteron include Parabolan
(trenbolone hexahydrobencylcarbonate),
Winstrol (stanozolol),
and oxandrolone. Athletes rarely experience any
side effects with this steroid. Masteron is not
hepatoxic, and gynecomastia should not be a concern
since it does not convert into estrogen. Some possible
side effects include acne, accelerated hair loss,
and increased aggression. The main disadvantage
of Masteron is its very poor availability on the
black market and its high price. Masteron from Belgium
comes in a box of two ampoules. Each 2 ml amp will
contain 100 mg of dromostanolone propionate. One of
these boxes containing two amps can cost well over
$50 on the black market.
Dromostanolone propionate
is the chemical name of active ingredient in
Masteron. Masteron was a registered
trademark of Sarva-Syntex in Belgium and/or other
countries prior to cancellation.
