Steroid
Anavar
Oxandrolone
Schedule III (Rx)Extensive Human DataOral
Half-life
~9-10 hours
Common dose
20-80mg/day (men), 5-20mg/day (women)
How it works
Oral DHT-derived anabolic steroid. High anabolic to androgenic ratio. Does not aromatize to estrogen.
Commonly used for
CuttingStrengthLean mass
Potential benefits
- Mild side effect profile relative to other orals
- No estrogen conversion
- Strength gains without excessive water weight
- Popular and relatively safe for women at low doses
- Preserves lean mass in a caloric deficit
Risks and downsides
- Liver toxic (oral 17-alpha alkylated)
- Expensive and frequently counterfeited on the black market
- Still suppresses natural testosterone production
- Negatively impacts cholesterol (lowers HDL)
- Schedule III controlled substance
Heads up: This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Many compounds here are not FDA approved for human use. Please talk to a doctor before starting anything.
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