Halodrol & Bold Cycle – Intro
Winter continues to be the most popular periods of time to bulk up and with winter starting to kick into full gear we want to really take advantage of this time to pack on as much mass as possible before we have to switch gears for the warmer weather. We wanted to put together a good stack how-to based on two of the more popular designer steroids/pro-hormones available BOLD (1,4AD) & H-DROL (Halodrol) for even better bulking results users can replace h-drol with p-mag (promagon) as they’re entirely interchangeable.

This stack is not for novices, ideally this stack would be for someone who has completed 2-3 successful cycles previously, when you’re just getting started out there’s no need to stack compounds. We are running both of these compounds at their ‘sweet spots’ therefore this will be quite a potent stack for someone without proper cycle and lifting experience.

H-Drol (Halodrol)

Halodrol (now referred to as H-Drol) is a methylated designer steroid created by Gaspari Nutrition, the chemical makeup is (4-Chloro-17a-Methyl-Androst-1,4-Diene-3-17b-Diol), h-drol is methylated therefore it puts stress on our livers, h-drol shouldn’t be stacked with another methylated compound and should be ran with appropriate liver support. H-drol is quite potent and works well while cutting, recomping or bulking and is mild enough to be stacked with other non-methylated compounds (such as BOLD).

BOLD (1,4AD)

BOLD (1,4AD) is a legal anabolic steroid/pro-hormone made popular by iForce Nutrition, the chemical makeup of BOLD is (1,4-androstadiene-3b,17b-dione or androst-1,4-diene-3b,17b-dione), BOLD is non-methylated compound therefore it’s easy on the liver which makes it great for stacking with methylated steroids and has a very low occurrence of side effects. BOLD happens to also be a great bulking supplement, while also increasing appetite, but it can be a bit on the expensive side to run.

Bodily Protection

Like many compounds on the market bold and h-drol can have a negative impact on blood pressure, lipid values, cholesterol levels and will stress our bodies endocrine system, in the case of h-drol as noted it will also put additional strain on our livers. Anytime you’re stacking two designer anabolic steroids or pro-hormones the potential for side effects is elevated, however with proper supplementation and planning we can help our bodies mitigate most of the risk and or reduce the severity of side effects. Luckily for the past couple of years companies have been offering all-in-one cycle protection that are designed specifically to help prevent side effects and or in the event of side effects (such as elevated blood pressure) reduce their impact. Therefore ANYONE running a stack like this is required to supplement with one of the following products throughout the entire duration of the cycle.

1. Anabolic Innovations – Cycle Support (Powder)
2. Anabolic Innovations – Life Support (Capsules)

Either of the two are suitable choices, cost should be the deciding factor or whether you prefer capsules or powder. For this stacked cycle begin pre-loading either life support or cycle support one week before starting the cycle, make sure you run one of these products through the entire duration of your cycle including PCT so make sure you buy enough. These products will assist your body with maintaining healthy blood pressure, prostate health, liver function and lipid profile by utilizing popular herbs such as Hawthorn Berry (BP), NAC (liver), Milk Thistle (liver), Saw Palmetto (prostate) among others. Please follow the manufactures recommended dosage (as per bottle) as it’s the dosage known to work best.

What Else?

For this stack we also recommend running a proven antioxidant throughout the duration of this cycle. Run the following product throughout the duration of the cycle, for this stack 2-3 pills per day is sufficient.

• NOW Grape Seed Antioxidant – Grape Seeds have shown in many studies to provide benefits in regards to blood pressure, cholesterol levels and lipid values by limiting lipid oxidation.

Dosing & Length

We won’t get into all the dosing possibilities, because they’re so many options, but for this theoretical stack below is the dosing and length we will be using.

 

Post Cycle Therapy (PCT)

As noted this article assumes you have past anabolic steroid or pro-hormone experience therefore we won’t get into WHY you need to PCT, please read our informative bibles on h-drol and bold for that information. For this stack you will most definitely need a prescription grade PCT utilizing a SERM and Nolvadex (Tamoxifen Citrate) fits that bill and is also the most popular SERM among steroid and pro-hormone users below is how this stacks PCT is being laid out.

1. Nolvadex (Tamoxifen Citrate). Comes in Liquid or Pill form.
2. Optional (But highly-recommended): Competitive Edge Labs – P.C.T Assist

Below is the example PCT when using a research drug (such as Nolvadex aka Tamoxifen Citrate, as we are in this case).

Week1-2 Nolvadex 20mg & P.C.T Assist (5 caps) | Week 3-4 Nolvadex 10mg & P.C.T Assist (5 caps) | Week 5 P.C.T Assist (4 caps)

Putting it together

Here is how the cycle would look on paper from start to finish, including everything.

 

Closing Arguments

This cycle should yield excellent results probably in the range of 10-20lbs of mass from start to finish, this article simply shows you how to stack these two compounds, make sure you read our bibles for both of these compounds so you can thoroughly understand all of the risks and get additional information about them.

• TunedSports.com H-Drol Bible
• TunedSports.com BOLD Bible

Supplements

It’s recommended that users supplement with a quality Multi-Vitamin and Fish Oil throughout the ENTIRE cycle, keep something on hand for your joints in the event you experience some discomfort Universal Animal Flex works wonders. You should stop taking any other supplements on Cycle as well such as Creatine, NO, Test Boosters and so on, these should be saved for PCT in order to preserve strength. It’s heavily recommended that during PCT, you add Creatine and a Cell Volumizer type of product. Supplementing with Protein is highly recommended on cycle

Interactions

Users who are on anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medication may experienced increased anxiety/depression while on cycle and during PCT. It is HEAVILY advised not to drink alcoholic drinks while on Cycle & PCT, doing so will put significant strain on the liver and can result in a major health hazard. Users should avoid using stimulants on cycle as blood pressure may elevate too high and possibly cause fainting. In general, avoid starting any new medications while on cycle or just before, if you’re concerned about a possible interaction consult your doctor. Users should also eat a clean diet on cycle.

Disclaimer

We are not doctors, therefore before starting any supplement or training regiment you should consult with your doctor. The information being provided is simply personal opinion.

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Prelude

Welcome to the TunedSports Anabolic Steroid & Pro-hormone FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions), this FAQ is updated on a frequent basis as we continue to answer common questions.  If you have a question be sure to ask us the best questions will be placed in the FAQ.  Typically we answer many questions in our other articles such as our informative bibles, those questions won’t be posted here as well, so be sure to read our other content.

Questions & Answers

How old should I be, before trying a cycle?

Assuming you’re a healthy male with no existing medical condition, you should wait until you’re AT LEAST 21 years old.  First and foremost, young men can continue to grow and have other hormonal changes even up until 21 (and in some cases past 21), therefore to avoid potential health risk waiting to 21 is heavily advised.  In our opinion, we recommend waiting even after you’re 21 years old, give yourself adequate time to develop advanced knowledge of your body in it’s adult state and let yourself hit it’s natural peak before venturing into anabolic steroids or pro-hormones.

What is PCT?

Also known as “Post Cycle Therapy” this is the period of time immediately after the steroid/pro-hormone cycle has ended, during this time users will begin to take supplements or medication to help their body return to normal hormone production levels.

What is Gyno (Gynecomastia)?

Gyno is the development of abnormally large mammary glands in males which results in enlarged breast tissue or sometimes referred to as ‘man boobs’ or moobs.  Gyno can happen from puberty, improper designer steroid/pro-hormone usage along with other various somewhat uncommon causes.

How long should I wait in between cycles?

In general time on is equal to time off, therefore if the entire duration of your previous cycle, from start to finish (including PCT) is for example 10 weeks in length, before starting another cycle you should wait AT LEAST 10 weeks before starting another cycle.  However we recommend adding an additional 2 weeks to that figure, so in this case it would be a total of 12 weeks before starting another cycle.  It’s absolutely critical to not jump into another cycle too quickly, it can represent a wide variety of potential health risks.

How many cycles can I run per year?

For newer or moderately experienced users, two cycles per year should be the maximum.  For advanced users who have relatively extensive pro-hormone or designer steroid experience, three cycles per year should be the maximum.  In general artificially influenced gains are slightly harder to maintain than natural gains, anabolic steroids and pro-hormones should be used to supplement your gains, not be the sole source of them.

I’m getting drug tested, what should I do?

Your most common drug test (for Work/Rehab/etc) do *NOT* test for steroids or pro-hormones, testing for particular compounds in urine is very expensive and I’ve never heard of any company paying for them.  In order for companies to detect high or low testosterone/estrogen levels, a blood test would be required.  In general, the only drug testing you have to worry about is for bodybuilding or organized sports (especially at the upper levels i.e NCAA/Professional Sports).

Can women use steroids or pro-hormones?

No, and yes.  If you’re a professional woman’s bodybuilder and are aware of the risks associated with usage, then yes they are effective for women.  But keep in mind usage represents sharp rises in testosterone the primary male hormone and can result in ‘manly’ features such as hair growth, voice changes and a variety of other side effects.  Women also require different dosages and cycle regiments.

Will my libido drop on cycle?

It really depends on the compound and the user, it’s a fairly unique experience some users on some cycles report increased libido, others report no increase while others report decreased libido.  In general while on cycle be prepared for either a libido increase, decrease or no significant change at all.  If you’re worried about a possible decrease in libido, pickup some of NOW Sexual Virility Power and take 2-4 capsules per day which will help improve libido.

Who should avoid anabolic steroids and pro-hormones?

Anyone with a pre-existing medical condition, before starting any cycle make sure you get a check-up from your doctor to ensure you’ve got a clean bill of health.  Also if your family has a history of heart disease, liver disease and so on, you should consult with your doctor before starting any cycle.

How much will I gain on cycle?

This is an incredibly common question, unfortunately it’s also incredibly hard to answer because there are so many variables involved (age, experience, compound, diet, etc).  In general the better the diet, the more experience the lifter and the stronger the compound, the better the gains.  Gains on an oral based cycle can range anywhere from 1 Lbs to 20 Lbs of additional mass, keep in mind that some on cycle gains will be lost in PCT, though it can be minimal (1-2lbs lost) if PCT is executed properly and lifting remains intense throughout post cycle therapy.

How much water should I drink on cycle?

Water intake on cycle is important (it’s important even off cycle) keep your water intake high throughout your entire cycle, we recommend one to two gallons of water per day.

Can I take ECA while on cycle?

In general taking the popular Ephedrine and Caffeine (and in some cases Aspirin) cutting stack while on cycle isn’t recommended as the increased blood pressure from both the ephedrine/caffeine and designer steroid/pro-hormone may be too significant and create a significant health/life hazard. For those whom are very experienced and are running a mild compound such as 11-OXO you can run ECA in the beginning until the 11-OXO compound kicks into full gear and when it does kick into full gear, remove the ECA.

Prelude

Dymethazine (aka mebolazine) was brought to market by iForce Nutrition in 2009, however, despite Dymethazine being ‘legal’ it was largely taken off the market due to recent FDA activities. Despite this, clones of the original Dymethazine have already been brought to the market, most notably D-Zine by Competitive Edge Labs is a quality confirmed source, throughout this article we will reference both Dymethazine and DZine as they’re both interchangeable featuring the same compound (2,17-dimethyl-5-androstan-17-ol-3,3′-azine – 15 mg per capsule)

Superdrol vs Dymethazine

Dymethazine is nearly identical to Superdrol, except it’s two (as opposed to one) superdrol molecules attached to each other, now based on this you may be thinking that Dzine is twice as powerful as Superdrol, this is not the case. Your bodies stomach acid separates these two molecules prior to absorption, so it becomes a single molecule just with two potential pathways, despite this difference Superdrol remains the more powerful compound.

The one advantage that Dymethazine has over Superdrol is the less likelihood of side effects or in the event of side effects being present they’re typically more manageable with dZine/dymethazine. Don’t take this as it being side-effect free, Dymethazine is an incredibly potent compound and carries the same risks as any other powerful anabolic steroid or pro-hormone.

Maintaining Health

Dymethazine is an oral based designer steroid that’s processed by the liver, Dymethazine is also a methylated compound and thus puts additional strain on our bodies liver. dZine is a very powerful product and carries our Class III rating therefore it will negatively impact blood pressure, lipid values, cholesterol levels and will put strain on the bodies endocrine system, there is also additional less serious side effects that we will discuss later. Most of these negative side effects have been present in steroid usage for decades, luckily over the years preventative herbal supplementation has been vastly improved to provide our bodies with protection for our livers, lipid values, cholesterol levels and help control adverse blood pressure effects. All-in-one cycle protection products have existed for several years and should be a staple in any steroid or pro-hormone cycle, therefore an all-in-one will be our basis for on cycle health support and is required for a proper cycle.

1. Anabolic Innovations – Cycle Support (Powder)
2. Anabolic Innovations – Life Support (Capsules)
3. Competitive Edge Labs – Cycle Assist (Capsules)

Either of the three are suitable choices, cost should be the deciding factor or whether you prefer capsules or powder. A general rule of thumb is to pre-load either of the products two weeks prior to beginning your cycle and continue to use throughout the entire cycle from start to finish, buy accordingly so you have enough on hand. These products will assist your body with maintaining healthy blood pressure, prostate health, liver function and lipid profile by utilizing popular herbs such as Hawthorn Berry (BP), NAC (liver), Milk Thistle (liver), Saw Palmetto (prostate) among others. Please follow the manufactures recommended dosage (as per bottle) as it’s the dosage known to work best.

Where as with many cycles, one of the products above would be sufficient on it’s own for cycle protection, however for Dymethazine it’s recommended to take the route “better safe than sorry” and provide our bodies with additional protection by supplementing with the following.

1. Himalaya LiverCare (Liv.52) – Will provide strong liver protection in conjunction with an the “all-in-one” products, very affordable at under $20 for a bottle. For Dymeth/Dzine cycles 2 capsules per day is recommended, use throughout the duration of the “on” period, can use in PCT as well.
2. NOW Grape Seed Antioxidant – Grape Seeds have shown in many studies to provide benefits in regards to blood pressure, cholesterol levels and lipid values by limiting lipid oxidation. For Dymeth/Dzine cycle, 2-3 capsules per day is recommended, use throughout the duration of the “on” period, should use in PCT as well. Under $10.

For more information on combating other common on-cycle sides please read our article combating cycle sides.

Dosing

For first time users of Dymethazine we recommend starting with a lower dosage, asses tolerance and then work your way up to the desired range or sweet spot., while experienced users can jump into higher dosages to start and can venture into longer cycles and higher doses. Dymethazine cycles are typically 3-5 weeks in length, with 4 weeks being the most common, 5 week cycles should be reserved for experience Dzine users. In general the higher the dosage, the shorter the cycle, those considering running 5 week cycles should keep the dosage to a maximum of 30mg. Below are two common dosing protocols.

Dymethazine dosing for new users:

Week1: 15mg / per day | Week 2-4: 30mg

Dymethazine dosing for experienced users:

Week1: 30mg / per day | Week 2-3: 30mg / per day | Week 3-4: 30-45mg / per day

In general with Dymethazine, three week cycles can be somewhat effective but a four week cycle will yield much improved results with limited additional risk therefore we recommend four week cycles for Dymethazine/dZine. In the event you decide on a three week cycle keep the dosage consistently throughout the entire cycle (example 30mg/30mg/30mg for week1/week2/week3). Advanced Dymethazine users can bump the dosage to 45mg but at this point the added potential for side effects begins to greatly increase, it’s a user unique experience if you feel the need to experiment with 45mg bump it up and then bring it back down to 30mg if the sides are too great. Many consider the sweet spot for h-drol to be a four week cycle ran at 30mg throughout the entire duration.

Dymethazine has a relatively long half life of 12-16 hours (as per iForce), users should split the dosage by at least 8-10 hours to ensure consistent levels the IDEAL dosing regiment would be one dosage in the morning and one dosage pre-workout later in the day/night or around dinner time. Dymethazine when compared to other anabolic steroids and pro-hormones works relatively quickly, users typically begin to experience the effects of dZine in 10-14 days.

Common Side Effects

The occurrence rate of side effects while using Dymethazine would be from semi-mild to moderate, however they’re completely user unique, some users may not experience any side effects, while other users will experience a combination of sides. It should be noted that the majority of these side effects are simply of inconvenience more so than a possible health affecting issue and for the most part can be resolved through simple supplementation, take sometime to read our article on combating side effects.

• Decreased Libido/Sexual Function
• Lethargy / Fatigue
• Increased hair growth / Increased hair shedding
• Puffy / Sensitive Nipples
• Joint Discomfort
• Back Pumps (Dull pain in back after/during workouts)
• Increased aggression, head aches, flushing and various other sides can happen as well.

Typical Results

Results will vary based upon the dosage, experience, diet and many other factors, in general dymethazine will provide exceptional lean body mass gains, excellent strength gains and endurance in the gym. Dymethazine works best when used in a Bulk due to it’s ability to help pack on the muscle at a vastly increased rate when eating a clean caloric surplus diet, with that said dymethazine can also be used in a cutting or recomp cycle, however other compounds are typically better suited than dzine (such as Epistane/Havoc or H-Drol) for those diet types.

• When used in a bulking diet, gains can range from 10-16lbs on a 4 week cycle at 30mg.
• When used in a recomp diet, gains can range from 6-9lbs on a 4 week cycle at 20mg, while also possibly reducing body fat 0-2%.
• When used in a cutting diet, gains can range from 4-6lbs on a 4 week cycle at 20mg, while also possibly reducing body fat 1-3%.

The ‘gain’ ranges above are considered somewhat normal, however some users have reported gains in upwards of 20lbs and some users may not experience many noticeable gains at all, results are largely dictated by diet

Gains are based on a lot of factors, but most importantly, keep your calorie intake very high throughout the cycle to maximize gains and don’t forget to lift hard & heavy with appropriate form.

Post Cycle Therapy

Possibly the most important item on the menu is post cycle therapy, when taking a foreign substance that creates testosterone your body begins to shut down it’s normal production, when you stop taking a pro-hormone or steroid compound your body needs a way to jump start it’s own natural production again, while limiting endocrine system stress, this is why we need post cycle therapy. It’s not just as simple as that however, when coming off of a compound your body goes through a very stressful phase as your hormones are out of balance, failure to mitigate these imbalances can result in a unique set of side effects not related to the Dymethazine compound. Below is just a *few* of the noted side effects of an improper post cycle therapy regiment, it should also be noted that the occurrence of side effects in the post cycle stage is more common than the “on-cycle” phase, however a properly planned post cycle therapy regiment can mitigate these risks.

• Gynecomastia / Gyno (or Man Boobs)
• Anxiety/Depression (Can range mild to severe)
• Body Aches/Pains (Can range mild to severe)
• Impotence and other sexual function side effects.
• Loss of gains made on cycle.

As you can see, these are side affects we definitely want to avoid at all costs, so let’s start discussing a proper Dymethazine PCT (Post Cycle Therapy).

Post Cycle General: You should begin your PCT regiment immediately after your pro-hormone or designer steroid cycle, it should begin the day after your last dosage of Dymethazine. PCT regiments are typically 4-6 weeks depending on the type of compound being used, user and type of PCT. As noted in the previous section under “Maintaining Health”, you should continue to use Life Support, Cycle Assist or Cycle Support throughout your entire cycle, INCLUDING your PCT regiment.

• Boost Natural Testosterone Production.
• Regulate Estrogen.
• Restore HPTA function.
• Reducing SHBG.
• Control Cortisol Effects.

Over The Counter: An OTC (Over The Counter) post cycle therapy regiment is NOT an acceptable PCT for Dymethazine, for Dymethazine cycles a Research Drug is REQUIRED. Some users will argue that in some cases an OTC PCT will suffice for Dymethazine, but it’s not worth the risk, go with a SERM (prescription grade) PCT and feel confident.

Research Drugs: The MOST effective PCT regiment is one that includes a prescription/research drug, however some users prefer not to go this route, you may be asking why would someone go another route if this is the most proven and effective PCT method. There’s various reasons but one to point out is that these drugs aren’t technically available without a prescription, these are also very powerful drugs that can also have their own side effects, notice that I say they aren’t “technically” available that’s because they can be purchased online at research drug sites, we can’t provide you with any links, if you chose to go this route googling for these sites will won’t take you long.

1. Nolvadex (Tamoxifen Citrate). Comes in Liquid or Pill form.

2. Optional (But highly-recommended): Competitive Edge Labs – P.C.T Assist

Below is an example PCT when using a research drug (such as Nolvadex aka Tamoxifen Citrate, as we are in this case).

Week1-2 Nolvadex 20mg & P.C.T Assist (5 caps) | Week 3-4 Nolvadex 10mg & P.C.T Assist (5 caps) | Week 5 P.C.T Assist (4 caps)

Example Cycle

This is an example cycle from start to finish to give you an idea how it should look, assumes you’re using Nolvadex. From start to finish our properly designed cycle will take approximately 11 weeks total.  Don’t forget to include LiverCare.52 and Grape Seed Anti Oxidant if you chose the follow that recommendation.

• Week 1-2: Pre-load Cycle Support, Cycle Assist or Life Support @ Bottle Recommended dosages.
• Week 3: Cycle/Life Support | Dymethazine/dZine 15mg
• Week 4-6: Cycle/Life Support | Dymethazine/dZine 30mg
• Week 7-8: Cycle/Life Support | Nolvadex 20mg | PCT Assist (5 Caps).
• Week 9-10: Cycle/Life Support | Nolvadex 10mg | PCT Assist (5 Caps).
• Week 11:  PCT Assist (4 Caps).

Supplements

It’s recommended that users supplement with a quality Multi-Vitamin and Fish Oil throughout the ENTIRE cycle, keep something on hand for your joints in the event you experience some discomfort Universal Animal Flex works wonders. You should stop taking any other supplements on Cycle as well such as Creatine, NO, Test Boosters and so on, these should be saved for PCT in order to preserve strength. It’s heavily recommended that during PCT, you add Creatine and a Cell Volumizer type of product. Supplementing with Protein is highly recommended on cycle

Interactions

Users who are on anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medication may experienced increased anxiety/depression while on cycle and during PCT. It is HEAVILY advised not to drink alcoholic drinks while on Cycle & PCT, doing so will put significant strain on the liver and can result in a major health hazard. Users should avoid using stimulants on cycle as blood pressure may elevate too high and possibly cause fainting. In general, avoid starting any new medications while on cycle or just before, if you’re concerned about a possible interaction consult your doctor. Users should also eat a clean diet on cycle.

Disclaimer

We are not doctors, therefore before starting any supplement or training regiment you should consult with your doctor. The information being provided is simply personal opinion.

Prelude

Phera Plex was originally introduced by Designer Supplements in late 2005, at the point of it’s release it was one of the first designer steroid/pro-hormone products on the market after the 2004 pro-hormone ban.  While Phera Plex is no longer produced and hasn’t been for quite sometime now, there are various well known clones that offer identical results to the original, it still remains quite a popular compound in the hardcore community as it’s one of the strongest compounds available on the over-the-counter market.  Phera Plex and it’s various clones are great bulkers but the gains tend to be wet (water weight) but still remains popular due it’s ability to pack on weight relatively quickly.

Below is a listing of several Phera Plex clones, keep in mind, due to the recent FDA activity that some of these may be hard to find, in general anything made by Competitive Edge Labs is a good choice, so when searching for the right clone, we recommend starting with P-Plex.

1. Competitive Edge Labs – P-Plex
2. Chaparral Labs – Pheravol-V
3. iForce Nutrition – Phera Flex
4. Genetic Edge – Phera
5. Kilo Sports – Phera Mass

Since Phera Plex is no longer available, we will be using Competitive Edge Labs P-Plex as our reference for this guide, however their identical and both contain the same compound (17a-Methyl-etioallocholan-2-ene-17b-ol).

Maintaining Health

P-Plex is an oral based designer steroid that’s processed by the liver, P-Plex is also a methylated compound and thus puts additional strain on our bodies liver.  It’s been well documented that P-Plex is one of the harshest compounds available on the market it will negatively impact blood pressure, lipid values, cholesterol levels and will put stress on the bodies endocrine system, there is also additional side effects (discussed shortly) that can also present themselves, however in most cases they’re typically minor and a slight inconvenience.

However with proper planning and preventative supplementation we can assist our bodies with protecting our livers, lipid values, cholesterol levels and help control adverse blood pressure effects, this may seem like a daunting task finding supplements to tackle all of these concerns, however luckily several supplement companies have been making “all-in-one” cycle protection products that work to address many of these potential side effects and subsequently an “all-in-one” product will be the basis for our on cycle support.  Therefore ANYONE running P-Plex, is required to supplement with one of the following products throughout the entire duration of the cycle.

1. Anabolic Innovations – Cycle Support (Powder)
2. Anabolic Innovations – Life Support (Capsules)
3. Competitive Edge Labs – Cycle Assist (Capsules)

Either of the three are suitable choices, cost should be the deciding factor or whether you prefer capsules or powder.  A general rule of thumb is to pre-load either of the products two weeks prior to beginning your cycle and continue to use throughout the entire cycle from start to finish, buy accordingly so you have enough on hand.   These products will assist your body with maintaining healthy blood pressure, prostate health, liver function and lipid profile by utilizing popular herbs such as Hawthorn Berry (BP), NAC (liver), Milk Thistle (liver), Saw Palmetto (prostate) among others.  Please follow the manufactures recommended dosage (as per bottle) as it’s the dosage known to work best.

Where as with many cycles, one of the products above would be sufficient on it’s own for cycle protection, however for P-Plex it’s recommended to take the route “better safe than sorry” and provide our bodies with additional protection by supplementing with the following.

1. Himalaya LiverCare (Liv.52) – Will provide strong liver protection in conjunction with an the “all-in-one” products, very affordable at under $20 for a bottle.  For P-Plex cycles 3 capsules per day is recommended, use throughout the duration of the “on” period, can use in PCT as well.
2. NOW Grape Seed Antioxidant – Grape Seeds have shown in many studies to provide benefits in regards to blood pressure, cholesterol levels and lipid values by limiting lipid oxidation.  For P-Plex cycle, 3 capsules per day is recommended, use throughout the duration of the “on” period, should use in PCT as well.  Under $10.
3. Supplement Direct Taurine – Taurine is a free form amino acid that’s well known for reducing painful muscle pumps or even cramps, which are quite common on Phera Plex cycles, we recommend using 3-4 grams, 20-30 minutes prior to workout, also adding a 1-2 grams to your intra-workout drink is also advisable..

For more information on combating other common on-cycle sides please read our article combating cycle sides.

Dosing

P-Plex is quite a strong compound therefore it’s generally best to start with a lower dosage, asses tolerance and slowly increase it to the desired range.  For first time P-Plex users generally 20mg is sufficient and should be an ideal first cycle dosage, P-Plex cycles are typically 3-4 weeks in length with 4 weeks being the most common, typically after 4 weeks the gains begin to slow and side effects increase thus cycles longer than 4 weeks aren’t common or recommended.  Below are two common dosing protocols.

P-Plex dosing for new P-Plex users:  Week1:  10mg / per day | Week 2-3:  20mg / per day | Week 4: 20-30mg

P-Plex dosing for experienced P-Plex users:  Week1:  20mg / per day | Week 2-4:  30-40mg / per day

If going with a 3-week cycle instead of a 4-week cycle, don’t use a lower first week dosage, keep it the same the entire way through the cycle (example week 1-3:  20mg/20mg/20mg per day).  Advanced users with past P-Plex experience can experiment with dosages to around 50mg, however the added benefit may be negligible compared to the added sides at high dosages, generally most see the 30mg daily dosage the ‘sweet spot’ but for some it can be 20mg or 40mg even. In general start slow the higher the dosage the higher the risk for side effects, find the best dosage for your body with the least amount of sides and keep it there for the best results.

Phera Plex and it’s clones work relatively quickly, therefore many users typically begin to experience the effects of P-Plex in 5-10 days, however depends on the user. P-Plex has quite a long half life (around 12 hours) therefore dosages should be broken into two or three periods of the day, if going with two daily dosages split them by 12 hours apart, if going with three daily dosages, split them by 8 hours apart, for best results aim to take one dosage about an hour prior to working out.

P-Plex degrades over time, so if you’re storing a ‘stash’ take this into consideration, the shelf life is said to be around one to two years in ideal storage conditions.

Common Side Effects

The occurrence of side effects while using P-Plex can be quite common, in most cases the side effects are mild and very manageable, however in some cases can be a bit harsher, keep in mind that side effects are user unique, some users may not experience any side effects, while others will experience a combination of side effects. Most of these side effects are simply an inconvenience and can often be resolved through simple herbal/natural over the counter supplements, take sometime to read our article on combating side effects.

• Decreased Libido/Sexual Function
• Lethargy / Fatigue
• Puffy / Sensitive Nipples
• Back/Calve Pumps/Cramps
• Acne (Facial/Body)
• Hair Loss/Thinning/Shedding
• Prostate Pain / Discomfort
• Decreased / Increased Appetite
• Increased aggression, head aches, flushing and various other sides can happen as well.

It has also been reported that Phera Plex/P-Plex and additional clones can potentially enlarge the heart, however there’s insufficient scientific evidence at this time to thoroughly support this claim as only tests on rats has been performed, but at least take this into consideration.

Typical Results

Results will vary based upon the dosage, experience, diet and many other factors, in general P-Plex will provide exceptional body mass gains, excellent strength gains and endurance in the gym. Since P-Plex is a wet compound it works best when used in a Bulk as the gains are often wet which is undesirable for those cutting.

• When used in a bulking diet, gains can range from 12-20lbs on a 4 week cycle at 20-30mg.

Gains are based on a lot of factors, but most importantly, keep your calorie intake very high throughout the cycle to maximize gains.

Post Cycle Therapy

Possibly the most important item on the menu is post cycle therapy, when taking a foreign substance (Phera Phlex) that creates testosterone your body begins to shut down it’s normal production, when you stop taking a pro-hormone or steroid compound your body needs a way to jump start it’s own natural production again, while limiting endocrine system stress, this is why we need post cycle therapy.  It’s not just as simple as that however, when coming off of a compound your body goes through a very stressful phase as your hormones are out of balance, failure to mitigate these imbalances can result in a unique set of side effects not related to the P-Plex compound.  Below is just a *few* of the noted side effects of an improper post cycle therapy regiment, it should also be noted that the occurrence of side effects in the post cycle stage is more common than the “on-cycle” phase, however a properly planned post cycle therapy regiment can mitigate these risks.

• Gynecomastia / Gyno (or Man Boobs)
• Anxiety/Depression (Can range mild to severe)
• Body Aches/Pains (Can range mild to severe)
• Impotence and other sexual function side effects.
• Loss of gains made on cycle.

As you can see, these are side affects we definitely want to avoid at all costs, so let’s start discussing a proper P-Plex PCT (Post Cycle Therapy).

Post Cycle General:  You should begin your PCT regiment immediately after your pro-hormone or designer steroid cycle, it should begin the day after your last dosage of P-Plex.  PCT regiments are typically 4-6 weeks depending on the type of compound being used, user and type of PCT.  As noted in the previous section under “Maintaining Health”, you should continue to use Life Support, Cycle Assist or Cycle Support throughout your entire cycle, INCLUDING your PCT regiment.

• Boost Natural Testosterone Production.
• Regulate Estrogen.
• Restore HPTA function.
• Reducing SHBG.
• Control Cortisol Effects.

Over The Counter:  An OTC (Over The Counter) post cycle therapy regiment is NOT an acceptable PCT for P-Plex, for P-Plex cycles a Research Drug is REQUIRED

Research Drugs:  The MOST effective PCT regiment is one that includes a prescription/research drug, however some users prefer not to go this route, you may be asking why would someone go another route if this is the most proven and effective PCT method.  There’s various reasons but one to point out is that these drugs aren’t technically available without a prescription, these are also very powerful drugs that can also have their own side effects, notice that I say they aren’t “technically” available that’s because they can be purchased online at research drug sites, I won’t provide you with any links, if you chose to go this route googling for these sites will won’t take you long.

1. Nolvadex (Tamoxifen Citrate).  Comes in Liquid or Pill form.

2. Optional (But highly-recommended):  Competitive Edge Labs – P.C.T Assist

It’s recommended that Users with deep pockets can also add in a natural testosterone booster such as S.A.N. MyoTEST, in the event you go this route, it would be best to run a test booster starting week two through week six.  Below is an example PCT when using a research drug (such as Nolvadex aka Tamoxifen Citrate, as we are in this case).

Week 1 Nolvadex 30mg & P.C.T Assist (6 caps)| Week 2-3 Nolvadex 20mg & P.C.T Assist (6 caps) | Week 4 Nolvadex 10mg & P.C.T Assist (6 caps)

Example Cycle

This is an example cycle from start to finish to give you an idea how it should look, assumes you’re using Nolvadex.  From start to finish our properly designed cycle will take approximately 10 weeks total.

• Week 1-2:  Pre-load Cycle Support, Cycle Assist or Life Support @ Bottle Recommended dosages.
• Week 3:  Cycle/Life Support | P-Plex 10mg
• Week 4-5: Cycle/Life Support | P-Plex 20mg
• Week 6:  Cycle/Life Support | P-Plex 20-30mg
• Week 7:  Cycle/Life Support | Nolvadex 30mg | PCT Assist (6 Caps).
• Week 8-9:  Cycle/Life Support | Nolvadex 20mg | PCT Assist (6 Caps).
• Week 10:  Cycle/Life Support | Nolvadex 10mg | PCT Assist (6 Caps).

Supplements

It’s recommended that users supplement with a quality Multi-Vitamin and Fish Oil throughout the ENTIRE cycle, keep something on hand for your joints in the event you experience some discomfort Universal Animal Flex works wonders.  You should stop taking any other supplements on Cycle as well such as Creatine, NO, Test Boosters and so on, these should be saved for PCT in order to preserve strength.  It’s heavily recommended that during PCT, you add Creatine and a Cell Volumizer type of product.  Supplementing with Protein is highly recommended on cycle

Interactions

Users who are on anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medication may experienced increased anxiety/depression while on cycle and during PCT.  It is HEAVILY advised not to drink alcoholic drinks while on Cycle & PCT, doing so will put significant strain on the liver and can result in a major health hazard.  Users should avoid using stimulants on cycle as blood pressure may elevate too high and possibly cause fainting.  In general, avoid starting any new medications while on cycle or just before, if you’re concerned about a possible interaction consult your doctor.  Users should also eat a clean diet on cycle.

Disclaimer

We are not doctors, therefore before starting any supplement or training regiment you should consult with your doctor.  The information being provided is simply personal opinion.