Prelude

Several months ago, Competitive Edge Labs released a new product named Standrol (3-beta-hydroxyetioallocholan-17-one) this compound is a throw back to Methyl Masterdrol v2 (aka MMV2), Stanodrol/MMV2 is seldom used solo as it’s not noted for having strong gains or weight loss, it’s biggest selling factor has been energy, focus and in particular aggression in the gym. While it’s still possible to purchase both products, we will be using Competitive Edge Lab’s Stanodrol as our reference.

Maintaining Health

Stanodrol is one of the mildest compounds available, it’s also not methylated therefore it has little to no liver impact, side effects aren’t typically common however as with other pro-hormones/designer-steroids there’s always some risk of side effects, thus properly planning for common side effects will help reduce any occurrences. Luckily many herbal based supplements have been scientifically shown to produce desirable results when it comes to Blood Pressure, Liver Function and Lipid profiles. Over the years several companies have begun creating “all-in-one” products designed specifically for prohormone and designer steroid cycles, these products have been a staple in thousands of users cycles with excellent results including blood work to backup their effectiveness. Therefore ANYONE running a cycle of Stanodrol/Methyl Masterdrol should use one of the following products throughout the entire Cycle.

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

All three are, for the most part, identical products the biggest difference is the form and cost, whether you prefer to take pills or powder. A general rule of thumb is to pre-load either one (Life Support or Cycle Support) one week prior to beginning your cycle and all the way through until the end, so buy accordingly so that you have enough on hand. These products will assist your body with maintaining healthy blood pressure, liver function and lipid profile. If running Stanodrol/Methyl Masterdrol solo, you can reduce the Life/Cycle support dosage by 25% to conserve money.

Dosing

Your dosing should be entirely based on the type of cycle you’re running, since it’s unlikely you’ll be running this compound solo, your dosage should be adjusted based on the compound you’re running. In general with Stanodrol 600mg is the most popular dosage and is the maximum dosage CEL recommends, however experienced users with past pro-hormone or designer steroid experience can experiment with dosages in upwards of 900-1000mg, however the added benefit may be negligible at this dosage and the likely hood of side effects sharply increases.

In general if stacking with another stronger compound, keep the dosage moderate (600mg maximum), if stacking with a weaker compound (i.e Furazadrol, 11-OXO, etc) start at 300mg and slowly work it up to 900mg. If running solo, follow the same logic, start at 300mg and slowly work it up.

Stanodrol cycles can be quite long in length due to it’s mildness, cycles typically range anywhere from 5 to 9 weeks in length. If running higher than 600mg keep cycles to no more than 7-8 weeks, novice users should stick with cycles in the 6-7 week range maximum. Most users will begin to experience the effects of Stanodrol around week 3-4 of the cycle.

Stanodrol has a moderate half life, therefore you should split up your dosages into 2-3 different times throughout the day, ideally separated by 5-6 hours (or 8 hours if two daily dosages) for the ideal results, take your largest dosage 45 minutes to one hour before your workout session.

Common Side Effects

Side effects with Stanodrol aren’t common, when used stand alone, however as always with any designer steroid or pro-hormone side effects can occur and in most cases they’re simply a controllable inconvenience. The following are a listing of some possible side effects with Stanodrol/Methyl Masterdrol.

• Decreased or Increased Libido/Sexual Function
• Anxiety / Stimulated Feeling
• Aggression
• Slightly increased Blood Pressure
• Back Pumps (Dull pain in back after/during workouts)

Typical Results

Results will vary based upon the dosage, however at ANY dosage Stanodrol will slightly assist with decreasing bodyfat, increase muscle hardness, enhance recovery and promote more intensive workouts.

It’s difficult to provide relative information in regards to potential gains with this compound as it’s seldom used solo, gains in the 2-4lb range would be considered possible when being used solo with some slight decreases in bodyfat.

Stacking

Stanodrol is a popular stacker, this is because it’s mild and non-methylated which allows users to stack this compound with popular methylated compounds such as Halodrol. Stanodrol can be used during a bulk or a cut, as noted it’s biggest benefit is more intensive workouts, therefore it works well being stacked with virtually every compound on the market. Below is a short list of several compounds Stanodrol/Methyl Masterdrol is commonly stacked with.

1. Methylated Compounds (Halodrol, H-Drol, P-mag, Superdrol, M-Drol, Epistane, Havoc, etc)
2. Non-Methylated Compounds (BOLD, 11-OXO, Tren, 3-AD, Furazadrol, etc)

Post Cycle Therapy

Giving your body time to adjust is incredibly important and thus post cycle therapy is incredibly important when taking a hormonal compound such as Stanodrol and Methyl Masterdrol. Once you stop taking a designer steroid or pro-hormone your body goes through a change of hormones and puts stress on your endocrine system, with a properly planned PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) we assist our body with easing back into normal function. Failure to follow a properly planned PCT can result in undesirable side effects such as.

• Gynecomastia (or Man Boobs)
• Anxiety/Depression
• Weight ‘fat’ Gain / Muscle Loss
• Body Aches/Pains
• Impotent / Sexual Side Effects

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

Post Cycle General: You should begin your PCT regiment immediately after your pro-hormmone or designer steroid cycle, it should begin the day after your last dosage of Stanodrol/Methyl Masterdrol. 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 or Cycle Support throughout your entire cycle, INCLUDING your PCT regiment. During PCT we effectively want to achieve the following…

• 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 simply that, a PCT that consists with strictly over the counter products that can be bought at major supplement outlets such as BodyBuilding.com or stores such as Vitaminshoppe or GNC. Since Stanodrol is a relatively non-suppressive and mild compound, an over the counter PCT is acceptable for dosages in the 300-450mg range, users utilizing a dosage of 600+mg should consider going with a SERM, using Stanodrol in a stack requires a SERM. In general if you have access to a SERM such as Nolvadex or Clomid, regardless of the dosage, a SERM is the most effective PCT method.

1. Competitive Edge Labs – PCT Assist. An ALL purpose PCT product that will help boost testosterone production, help balance hormones and assist with estrogen regulation.
2. SNS Inhibit-E. An affordable effective estrogen inhibitor.

When using an over the counter Stanodrol PCT, it’s recommended to run a 4 to 6-week PCT regiment, assuming you were using the products above, here is how you would schedule your PCT.

Week 1-2 PCT Assist | Week 2-4 PCT Assist, Inhibit-E. | Week 4-6 Inhibit-E

Research Drugs: The MOST effective PCT regiment is one that includes a SERM perscription/research drug, however some users prefer not to go this route, as they are “experimental” drugs and can have their own side effects. As such with a compound such as Stanodrol/Methyl Masterdrol a research drug really isn’t needed except for users running dosages at or above 600mg. To obtain a SERM you’ll need a prescription or sometime to research on google regarding research drugs, as they can be purchased legally if being used for research purposes.

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

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

Week 1-2 Nolvadex 20mg | Week 2-4 Nolvadex 10mg

Example Cycle

This is an example cycle from start to finish to give you an idea how it should look, assumes you’re going with a prescription drug for PCT. From start to finish our properly designed cycle will take approximately 15 weeks total, this cycle assumes you’re running Stanodrol for 8 weeks at 600mg per day.

• Week 1: Pre-load Cycle Support or Life Support @ Bottle Recommended dosages.
• Week 2: Cycle Support or Life Support | Stanodrol 300-450mg (3 days 300, 4 days 450)
• Week 3-10: Cycle/Life Support | Stanodrol @ 600mg daily
• Week 11-12: Cycle/Life Support | PCT Assist
• Week 12-13: Cycle/Life Support | PCT Assist | Inhibit-E (or other AI/Estrogen Control)
• Week 14-15: Inhibit-E (or other AI/Estrogen Control)

Drug Testing

Those being tested for elevated testosterone levels and or lowered estrogen levels will produce a positive test result while on Stanodrol, it’s also important to note that if using a research/perscription drug for your PCT regiment, this will also cause a positive test result in many cases.

Supplements

It’s recommended that users supplement with a quality Multi-Vitamin and Fish Oil throughout the ENTIRE cycle. 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 and gains. It’s heavily recommended that during PCT, you add Creatine and a Cell Volumizer type of prodct. 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. Users should avoid using stimulants on cycle as blood pressure may elevate too high and possibly cause nose bleeds or even in some rare cases 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 and limit their alcohol intake significantly (best option would be to discontinue usage).

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.