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DynabolanComplete info about Dynabolan
Dynabolan (Nandrolone Undecanoate) is just another type of Nandrolone, which means that it will share many, if not all, of its traits with "Deca" (Nandrolone Decanoate, trade name: Deca-Durabolin). As we know, Nandrolone is similar to testosterone, with the exception of the alteration of the 19th carbon atom. And the "Undecanoate" part of this drug's name (that's the ester, or the thing that slows its release into your bloodstream) provides a slightly longer release time than Deca has. If I were to suggest that everyone take one thing away from this profile, it's that this drug is more or less a slightly longer acting version of Deca, which means you need to employ it for a extended length of time to see results (12 week cycles are recommended when using this compound). Also, this long release time and the ubiquitous nature of Nandrolone's metabolites make it unsuitable for drug-tested athletes. Unwanted EffectsBefore we go into all of the wonderful characteristics of this drug, let's discuss some of its less-than-wonderful aspects. Most side effects common with most AASs are also common with this drug: possible virilization (development of male sexual characteristics in women), gynecomastia, water retention, acne, hairloss, and possibly even sexual dysfunction. Being a nandrolone, Dynabolan is also going to have the ability to stimulate the progesterone receptor 20%, as well as progesterone does (1)(2). This stimulation of the progesterone receptor is primarily responsible for the suppressive effects that this drug will have on the body's natural endocrine system. Progesterone (and synthetic progestins, like nandrolone) can reduce luteinizing hormone production. This hormone is secreted from the pituitary and stimulates testicular testosterone production. Anabolic/androgenic steroids (AAS) can also suppress this hormone's pituitary borne production by interfering with the Gonadatropin Releasing Hormone signal sent from the hypothalamus to the pituitary; this, in turn, also stimulates lutenizing hormone secretion. So, it should be clear that this compound, through various mechanisms, will act to halt the production of testosterone, as well as other important hormones, in your body. The now infamous "Minto" studies on nandrolone have shown us that even a single 100mg injection of Nandrolone (although Undecanoate was not used, both a short as well as long ester Nandrolone product were used) will shut down endogenous (natural) testosterone production for a week and will not return to baseline values until roughly 3 weeks later (3). Dynabolan will also aromatize (convert to estrogen) at a reasonably low rate, much lower than that of testosterone. Given the estrogenic/progesteronic side effects that this drug will cause, use of an anti-progesteronic drug (such as Bromocriptine at 2.5mgs/day) as well as perhaps some Letrozole (1mg/day) should be warranted. Regarding Nandrolone, most veterans recommended the concurrent use of exogenous (injectable) testosterone to avoid the possible sexual dysfunction associated with Nandrolone. In general though, it's difficult to imagine someone getting any side effects if dosages are kept at 400mgs/week or less (women would do well to keep dosages at or under 1/4 of that). Usage and DosageIt binds well to the Androgen Receptor (AR), which has been positively correlated with enhanced fat-burning (4). This property makes it a great addition to a cutting cycle; although, it can also be used with great success in a bulking cycle as well. And, since this is a Nandrolone (albeit not with the ester we are used to seeing it with), we can probably expect to reap all of the benefits that nandrolones have been shown to have on bone mineral content and collagen (5). When using nandrolone, little nagging injuries seem to go away for many athletes and bodybuilders consistently report that their joints feel better when using it. Dynabolan is also, being a nandrolone, very easy on the liver, although if someone has a pre-existing liver condition, it should be avoided. Also, lipid profiles (your HDL/LDL cholesterol) won't suffer, and could possibly improve a bit with use of this drug. References
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