The dosages observed are normally 100mg

every 4-5 days. Masteron is not hepatoxic so liver damage is quite unlikely. High blood pressure and gynecomastia are not a problem since neither water nor salt retention occurs and the estrogen level remains low. The main problem are acne and a possible accelerated hair loss since dihydrotestosterone is highly affinitive to the skin's androgen receptors, in particular, to those on the scalp. Since Masteron. in most cases, is not administered in excessively high dosages and the intake, at the same time, is limited to a few weeks, the compatibility for the athlete is usually very good.

These include:

Halotestin

is an oral steroid which was introduced on the market by Upjohn Company in 1957. Fluoxymesterone substance is precursor of methyltestosterone. Through its changes in the chemical structure, was made much more androgenic than testosterone. The anabolic component is only slightly pronounced. Based on its characteristics Halotestin is used mainly when the athlete is more interested in a strength build up rather than in a muscle gain. Powerlifters and weightlifters who must stay within a certain weight class often use this drug because they are primarily interested in a strength gain without adding body weight.

by Bill Roberts - Primobolan Depot is a Class I steroid working well at the androgen receptor but which apparently is ineffective in non-AR-mediated anabolic effects. It is most closely compared to Deca Durabolin , requiring a little higher dosage to achieve the same anabolic effect, but since it is pleasant to use at doses considerably higher than what is pleasant for nandrolone esters, it can achieve higher maximal effectiveness. That is, provided that one can afford it a gram per week of Primobolan Depot can be costly. 400 mg/week should be considered a reasonable minimum dose.

CLONAZEPAM is also

known as RIVOTRIL.

Inject by the subcutaneous route (injecting just under the skin and preferably in the abdominal area or outer part of the upper thigh), not intramuscularly or intravenously as using the latter routes can lead to a rapid rise in blood insulin level and a sudden hypoglycemic episode;

Xenical, precautions

Winstrol tablets. Each Winstrol tablet contains 2 mg. stanozolol. Winstrol comes in packs of 40 tablets and is manufactured by Zambon.

Call your doctor as soon as you can if you get any of these side effects.

50-100 mg/day seems is a sufficient dosage for

athletes. Clomid is usually taken with fluids after meals. If several tablets are taken it is recomended that they be administered in equal doses distributed throughout the day. The duration of Clomid intake should not exceed 10 to 14 days. Most athlets begin with 100 mg/day taking one 50 mg. tablet every morning and evening after meals. After the fifth day the dosage is often reduced to only one 50 mg tablet per day.

Tamoxifen may cause unwanted effects that may not occur until months or years after Nolvadex is used. Tamoxifen increases the chance of cancer of the uterus in some women taking it. Tamoxifen may

cause blockages to form in a vein, lung, or brain. In addition, tamoxifen has been reported to cause cataracts and other eye problems.

Trenbolone is derived from 19-nor Testosterone, but with three additional bonds- making it unable to aromatize (convert) to estrogen, as well as making it not subject to 5a-reduction (conversion to a Dihydro form). Speaking from a structural standpoint, Trenbolone is actually very similar to Deca-Durabolin (Nandrolone Decanoate), except for a c-9 and c-11 double bond. These two double bonds are very important, however, and provide Trenbolone with several important differences.

Firstly, the c9 bond serves to prevent aromatization (conversion) to estrogen, while the c11 double bond seems to increase Androgen Receptor binding quite profoundly (although this may also have something to do with the c9 bond as well). Thus, as compared with Deca, Trenbolone¡¯s lack of estrogenic activity and potent ability to bind to the androgen receptor allow it to be a much stronger anabolic/androgenic agent than Deca. So what we see in Trenbolone is a drug that¡¯s roughly 4x as anabolic as Deca, and roughly 10x as androgenic (according to the Vida Reference scale). With Trenbolone, the
majority of weight gained on this drug is lean and quality muscle. (1)

Miller suggests that an athlete who is engaged in a prolonged strenuous event should consume between 30 and 60 grams of carbohydrate per hour during the event.

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of tamoxifen. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

It takes 60 minutes before KAMAGRA starts to work and stays to work for up to 4 hours.

Roaccutane is generally used in the treatments of acne by reducing the natural oil (sebum) that the skin produces.

The active ingredient of the capsules is Isotretinoin. Isotretinoin is a derivate of vitamin A and member of a medicine group called as retinoids.

• It improves resistance to common illness- (73%)

Example of a second cycle:

• It increase muscle strength ( 88%) and muscle size ( 81%)

The anti-estrogenic properties of Proviron© are not unique to this compound. A number of steroids have in fact demonstrated similar activity. Dihydrotestosterone and Masteron (2methyl-dihydrotestosterone) for example have been successfully used as therapies for gynecomastia and breast cancer

due to their strong anti-estrogenic effect. It has been suggested that nandrolone may even lower aromatase activity in peripheral tissues where it is more resistant to estrogen conversion (the most active site of nandrolone aromatization seems to be the liver). The antiestrogenic effect of all of these compounds is presumably caused by their ability to compete with other substrates for binding to the aromatase enzyme. With the aromatase enzyme bound to the steroid, yet being unable to alter it, and inhibiting effect is achieved as it is temporarily blocked from interacting with other hormones.

Testosterone

+ 5 esters
    [4-androstene-3-one, 17beta-ol]
    Molecular Weight of base: 288.429
    Molecular Weight of Acetate ester: 60.0524
    Molecular Weight of Propionate ester: 74.0792
    Molecular Weight of Phenylpropionate ester: 150.174
    Molecular Weight of Cypionate ester: 132.1184
    Molecular Weight of Decanoate ester: 172.2668
    Formula (base): C19 H28 O2
    Formula of Acetate ester: C2 H4 O2

    Formula of Propionate ester: C3H6O2
    Formula of Phenylpropionate ester:C9 H10 O2
    Formula of Cypionate ester: C8 H14 O2
    Formula of Decanoate ester: C10 H20 O2
    Manufacturer: British Dragon
    Effective dose (injectable): (Men) 550mgs-1,100mgs+/week
    Active Life: 14 days
    Detection Time: 3 months (projected)
    Anabolic/Androgenic Ratio (Range):100:100

If you are interested

in taking clenbuterol for anything other than fat loss then you might as well stay away from this compound. There is a lot of talk as to how clenbuterol compares to ephedrine as well. Most "experts" feel that clen gives a better bang for the buck than the ECA stack. It should be noted that clenbuterol’s results and effects are much shorter lived. They work through very similar mechanisms. Both products stimulate the beta-receptors but clenbuterol seems to be a more refined version, called a second generation beta-agonist drug, than ephedrine. Clenbuterol targets the proper receptors, being the beta-2 and 3
receptors than ephedrine more specifically which should in theory make clenbuterol more effective of a fat burner. Again, most of the so called "experts" say that clenbuterol is more effective than ephedrine. I, personally, get worse results with clen vs. the good old ECA stack. Clenbuterol also didn't blunt my hunger either and I ate more while taking it as well. I also seem to get much better effects out of cytomel as a fat burner as well. Even better than the ECA stack or clenbuterol. But, again, that is my personal opinion.

There is any significant proof that shows roaccutane is damaging the

sperm. Very low levels of isotretinoin are present in the semen of men who are using roaccutane but this amount is too little to affect your partner's unborn baby. The important thing is not to sharing your drugs with someone else especially with women.

These problems can be solved by combining with a drug that does supply the missing activity: e.g. testosterone.

Molecular Weight (ester): 74.0792

Diazepam 2 mg/kg IV, in combination with epinephrine and mechanical ventilation, was used successfully in treating severe chloroquine poisoning. Ten patients receiving diazepam and epinephrine

survived compared to one patient in a retrospective control group. Diazepam is reported to antagonize the toxic effects of chloroquine, although the mechanism is unclear. Further study is needed to confirm the usefulness of diazepam in chloroquine poisoning.

Women will take somewhere in the range of 5-l0 mg daily. Although female athletes usually find stanozolol very tolerable, the injectable is usually off limits. They risk androgenic buildup, as a regular 50 mg injection will provide much too high a dosage. Here the tablets are the general preference. Although stanozolol is only moderately androgenic,

the risk of virilization symptoms should remain a concern.

The potential side effects of Oral Turanabol usually depend on the dosage level and are gender-specific. in women, depending on their predisposition, the usual virilization symptoms occur and increase when dosages of more than 20 mg per day are taken over a prolonged time. In men the already discussed reduced testosterone production can rarely be avoided. Gynecomastia occurs rarely with Oral Turanabol Since the response of the water and electrolyte household is not overly dis-tinct athletes only rarely report water retention and high blood pressure. Acne,

gastrointestinal pain, and uncontrolled aggressive behavior are also the exception rather than the rule with Oral Turanabol An increased libido is reported in most cases by both sexes. Since the substance chlordehydromethyltestosterone is 17-alpha alkylated the manufacturer in its package insert recommends that the liver func-tion be checked regularly since it can be negatively affected by high dosages and the risk of possible liver damage cannot be excluded. Thus Oral Turanabol is also a steroid that can be taken without interruption for long intervals. Studies of male athletes who over a period of six weeks were given

10 mg Oral Turanabol/day did not show any indications of health-threatening effects.

Clenbuterol is attractive for its pronounced thermogenic effects as well as mild anabolic properties.

Although this drug requires frequent injections, it will pass through a needle as fine as a 27 gague insulin. This allows users to hit smaller muscles such as delts for injections. Although this drug is very effective for building muscle mass, its side effects are also very extreme. The testosterone in this compound will convert to estrogen very quickly, and has a reputation of being the worst testosterone to use when

wishing to avoid water bloat. Gynocomastia is also seen very quickly with this drug, and quite often cannot be used without an anti-estrogen. Blood pressure and kidney functions should also be looked at during heavy use. Suspension is not a common drug outside the U.S. and Canada, so with the disappearing "real" American versions, availability has become very scarce. There are currently many fakes being circulated, with real products seen only rarely. Since this is a water based injectable, I would be very wary of using a counterfeit. It is more likely bacteria would be a problem with water based products

and if the fake was not made to laboratory standards (most are not) your health could be at risk.

Testogan 25 mg/ml, 50 ml; Laguinsa Costa. Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Guatemala

Generic Name: Methandrostenolone.

The only prohibitive thing about Teslac is cost. Currently, I don´t know of any online pharmacies who carry it,nor UG Labs& and it generally sells for anywhere between a dollar and $5 for a 250mg tab. If there´s anything preventing this stuff from becoming the "must have" drug for PCT overnight, it´s the cost.

Testosterone Propionate

Trenbolone

is derived from 19-nor Testosterone, but with three additional bonds- making it unable to aromatize (convert) to estrogen, as well as making it not subject to 5a-reduction (conversion to a Dihydro form). Speaking from a structural standpoint, Trenbolone is actually very similar to Deca-Durabolin (Nandrolone Decanoate), except for a c-9 and c-11 double bond. These two double bonds are very important, however, and provide Trenbolone with several important differences. Firstly, the c9 bond serves to prevent aromatization (conversion) to estrogen, while the c11 double bond seems to increase Androgen Receptor binding quite
profoundly (although this may also have something to do with the c9 bond as well). Thus, as compared with Deca, Trenbolone¡¯s lack of estrogenic activity and potent ability to bind to the androgen receptor allow it to be a much stronger anabolic/androgenic agent than Deca. So what we see in Trenbolone is a drug that¡¯s roughly 4x as anabolic as Deca, and roughly 10x as androgenic (according to the Vida Reference scale). With Trenbolone, the majority of weight gained on this drug is lean and quality muscle. (1)

Most athletes will bring their insulin with them to the gym. Insulin should be

refrigerated, but it is all right to keep it in a gym bag as long as it is kept away from excessive heat. Immediately after a workout, the athlete will inject his dosage of insulin. Within the next fifteen minutes, he should have a carbohydrate drink such as Ultra Fuel by Twinlab. The athlete should consume at least 10 grams of carbohydrates for every 1 IU of insulin injected. Most athletes will also take creatine monohydrate with their carbohydrate drink since the insulin will help to force the creatine into the muscles. An hour or so after injecting insulin, most athletes will eat a meal or consume a protein shake.

The carbohydrate drink and meal/protein shake are necessary. Without them, blood sugar levels will drop dangerously low and the athlete will most likely go into a state of hypoglycemia.

Active Life: 14-16 days.

Formula: C20 H24 O3

    Anabolic/Androgenic Ratio (Range): 322-630:24

Stanozolol is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone, although its activity is much milder than this androgen in nature. While dihydrotestosterone really only provides androgenic side effects when administered, stanozolol instead provides quality muscle growth. The anabolic properties of stanozolol

are still mild in comparison to many stronger compounds, but it is still a reliable builder. Its efficacy as an anabolic could even be comparable to Dianabol, however stanozolol does not carry with it the same tendency for water retention. Stanozolol also contains the same c17 methylation we see with Dianabol, an alteration used so that oral administration is possible.

What are the side effects of KAMAGRA?

DNP (2,4-Dinitrophenol)

Women especially like propionate since, when applied properly, androgenic caused side effects can be avoided more easily The trick is to increase the time intervals

between the various injections so that the testosterone level can fall again and so there is an accumulation of androgens in the female organism. Women therefore take propionate only every 5-7 days and get remarkable results with it. The, androgenic effect included in the propionate allows better regeneration without virilization symptoms for hard-training women. The dosage is usually 25-50 mg/injection. Higher dosages and more frequent intervals of intake would certainly show even better results but are not recommended for women. The duration of intake should not exceed 8-10 weeks and can be supplemented by taking
mild and mostly anabolic steroids such as, for example, Primobolan, Durabolin, and Anadur in order to promote the synthesis of protein. Men who do not fear the intake of testosterone or the possible side effects should go ahead and give propionate a try. The side effects of propionate are usually less frequent and are less pronounced. The reason is that the weekly dose of propionate is usually much lower than with depot testosterones. A daily injection of 50 mg amounts to a weekly dose of 350 mg while several depot injections easily launch the milligram content of testosterone into the four-figure range. When compared

with enanthate and cypionate, propionate is also a "milder" substance and thus better tolerated in the body. Those who are convinced that they need daily testosterone injections should consider taking propionate. The key to success with propionate lies in the regular intake of relatively small quantities (50-100 mg every 1-2 days).

Clenbuterol itself, is a third generation beta agonist. Clenbuterol's use as a bodybuilding drug item from a number of medical reviews which have cited its outstanding potential to promote muscle gains as well as fat loss. It has been used in parts of England for several years

by a limited number of elite athletes. More recently, due to the steroid crackdown, there have been an increasing number of American bodybuilders that are experimenting with this drug. Clenbuterol is indeed the most intriguing ergogenic aid I have studied with the sole exception of anabolic steroids.

Each 10 ml multidose vial contains 250 mg per ml.

In the human body growth hormone is produced by the pituitary gland. It exists at especially high levels during adolescence when it promotes the growth of tissues, protein deposition and the breakdown of subcutaneous fat stores. Upon maturation endogenous

levels of GH decrease, but remain present in the body at a substantially lower level. In the body the actual structure of growth hormone is a sequence of 191 amino acids. Once scientists isolated this hormone, many became convinced it would exhibit exceptional therapeutic properties. It would be especially effective in cases of pituitary deficient dwarfism, the drug perhaps restoring much linear growth if administered during adolescence.

Day 14: 60 mcg

    Anabolic/Androgenic Ratio (Range): 322-630:24

Drug Class: Anabolic/Androgenic Steroid (injectable)

Side

effects like hot flashes, menstrual irregularities and a variety of complications with the reproductive system are all possible.

Acne: Yes, especially in higher dosages

Effective Dose (Women): 50-100mgs/week

Anapolon is the U.S. brand name for oxymetholone. Anapolon it is a very potent oral androgen. Anapolon was first made available in 1960, by the international drug firm Syntex. Since oxymetholone is quite reliable in its ability to increase red blood cell production (and effect admittedly characteristic of nearly all anabolic/androgenic steroids), showed particular promise in treating cases

of severe anemia. For this purpose it turned out to be well suited, and Anapolon was popular for quite some time.

Acne: Yes

SUSTOR 250 is an oil-based injectable testosterone blend. It typically contains four different testosterone esters: testosterone propionate (30 mg); testosterone phenylpropionate (60 mg); testosterone isocaproate (60 mg); and testosterone decanoate (100 mg), although a lower dosed version is also produced. An intelligently "engineered" testosterone, Sustanon is designed to provide a fast yet extended release of testosterone. The propionate and phenylpropionate esters in this product

are quickly utilized, releasing into circulation within the first four days. The remaining esters are much slower to release, staying active in the body for about two and three weeks (respectively). This is a big improvement from standard testosterones such as cypionate or enanthate, which provide a much shorter duration of activity, and a more variable blood level.

Additional comments:

While numerous studies have been done on the effects of HGH injections, the most ground breaking study was done by Dr. Rudman and published in the New England Journal of Medicine on July 5, 1990. The journal reported

the following list of benefits of HGH injections:

Diazepam is administered orally and parenterally. A viscous solution intended for rectal administration in undergoing investigation. Diazepam is the most rapidly absorbed benzodiazepine following an oral dose; however, absorption following an IM injection is slow and erratic. Anticonvulsant, skeletal muscle relaxant, and anxiolytic effects are usually evident after the first dose. The onset of action after an IV dose is 1-5 minutes. The duration for some clinical effects (e.g., sedation, anticonvulsant activity) is much shorter than would be expected considering

the very long half-life for both diazepam and its metabolite, desmethyldiazepam.

It´s relatively high cost is its only major drawback when you buy Bonavar. Tablets can typically sell in Mexico or on the black market for up to a dollar (1USD) per 10mgs. Many black market dealers or Underground Labs, however offer capsules, liquid form (or in some cases, even their own brand of tabs) for substantially less money than the legit pharmaceutical versions, or even veterinary versions found overseas.

Propecia can affect a blood test called PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) for the screening of prostate

cancer. If you have a PSA test done, you should tell your doctor that you are taking Propecia.

Effective Dose: 1-2 tabs/day.

 - If you are breastfeeding.

The usual starting dose is one 5 g sachet of gel per day. Your doctor or pharmacist will tell you exactly how much to use. You should not use more than 10g of gel per day.

It is not correct that Nolvadex reduces levels of estrogen: rather, it blocks estrogen from estrogen receptors and, in those tissues where it is an antagonist, causes the receptor to do nothing.

Roaccutane is teratogenic which means it is likely to damage

an unborn baby. It may also increase the risk of miscarriage.

Patients who have suffered a myocardial infarction, stroke, or life-threatening arrhythmia within the last 6 months, patients with resting hypotension or hypertension, patients with cardiac failure or coronary artery disease and patients with retinitis pigmentosa should use Viagra with great caution.

Nandrolone is proven to be a progestin. This fact is of clear importance in bodybuilding, because while moderate Deca-only use actually lowers estrogen levels as a consequence of reducing natural testosterone levels and thus allowing the aromatase

enzyme less substrate to work with, Deca nonetheless can cause gyno in some individuals. Furthermore, just as progesterone will to a point increase sex drive in women, and then often decrease it as levels get too high, high levels of progestogenic steroids can kill sex drive in male bodybuilders, though there is a great deal of individual variability as to what is too much.

The Russian Dianabol is packaged in push-through strips of ten tablets each. Ten push-through strips are contained in a green box or are held together by a black rubber band and a rag similar to toilet paper. The imprint on the push-through

strips is either blue or black. The tablets are not indented and it is of note that the substance amount is given in grams (0.005 g/tablet) Since the price is low the Russian Dianabol is often taken in two-digit quantities. Although the tablets cost only 2-4 cents in Russia, a price of $0.50 is quite acceptable on the black market. The situation with the Russian compound is a little different since, in the meantime, numerous athletes have experienced unusual side erfects with these tablets. They range from nausea, vomiting, and elevated liver values to real cases of illness which have forced one or more athletes

to stay in bed for several days. These tablets, however, have one thing in common: there is no doubt that they work powerfully. Due to the unusual number of side effects and simultaneously the positive effect, there is speculation that the Russian Dianabol is a simple 17-alpha methyltestosterone. Since Dianabol as already mentioned, a derivative of it, the two substances have similar effects. The fine difference, however is that oral 17-alpha methyltestosterone is clearly more androgenic and therefore causes more strain on the liver. Our opinion is that processing of the 17-alpha methyltestosterone in methandrostenolone
was probably not carried out completely in the Russian Dianabol; consequently, several tablets contain a mix. It is also possible that during manufacturing of the Russian Dianabol old, expired, tablets were mixed with the produced substance and made into new tablets. We want to explicitly emphasize, however, that these are only speculations. Unfortunately, there are Already fakes of the Russian tablets available. They are only recognized as such after 1-2 weeks of their intake when "nothing happens". Dianabol, d-bol As said before, in our experience the best results can be obtained with the Thailandian Anabol tablets

and the Indian Pronabol.

Primobol-100 (Methenolone Enanthate) may be taken by both Men and Women. Dosages for men are 100-300 mg/week, Women 1/2 dosage. Primobol-100 (Methenolone Enanthate) is the only steroid that works well on a low calorie diet. Effective for bulking, but tends to harden and add muscle tone more that build big muscles.

A short-term supplement for obese individuals, Phentermine is used as an appetite suppressant, by making you feel less hungry. It accomplishes this by altering brain chemical (neurotransmitters) that affect mood and appetite. The medication must be used in conjunction

with an exercise regimen and a weight loss diet plan. An additional benefit is that it may increase the rate at which your body burns calories.

It is easy on the liver and promotes good size and strength gains while reducing body fat. Deca can be used by almost all athletes, with positive results and very few side effects, deca has gained a reputation as being somewhat of an alleviator of sore joints and tendons. Athletes report that sore shoulders, knees and/or elbows are somehow without pain on the Deca cycle.

Although this particular ester is active for a much longer duration, most athletes prefer

to inject Testosterone Enanthate on a weekly basis in order to keep blood levels more uniform. The usual dosage for Testosterone Enanthate would be in the range of 250 mg-750 mg (200 mg-800 mg U.S. strength). This level is quite sufficient, and should provide the user a rapid gain of strength and body weight. Above this level estrogenic side effects will no doubt become much more pronounced, outweighing any new muscle that is possibly gained. Those looking for greater bulk would be better served by adding an oral like Anadrol 50?or Dianabol, combinations which prove to be nothing less than dramatic. If the athlete wishes

to use a testosterone yet retain a level of quality and definition to the physique, an injectable anabolic like Deca-Durabolin or Equipoise may prove to be a better choice. Here we can use a lower dosage of enanthate, so as to gain an acceptable amount of muscle but keep the buildup of estrogen to a minimum. Of course the excess estrogen that is associated with testosterone makes it a bulking only drug, producing too much water (and fat) retention for use near contest time.

It works so well for some bodybuilders they can take drugs like Anadrol right up to a contest as long as they stack it with Nolvadex.

It would seem wise to take this drug in conjunction with any steroid cycle.

5mg tablets are yellow hexagon shaped tablets.

Day 2: 80 mcg

During a typical Testosterone Propionate cycle one will see action that is consistent with a testosterone. Users sensitive to gynecomastia may therefore need to addition an antiestrogen. Those particularly troubled may find that a combination of Nolvadex and Proviron works especially well at preventing/halting this occurrence. Also unavoidable with a testosterone are androgenic side effects like oily skin, acne, increased aggression and body/facial hair growth.

Those who may have a predisposition for male pattern baldness may also find that propionate will aggravate this condition. To help combat this we also have the option of adding Proscar, which will reduce the buildup of DHT in many androgen target tissues. This will help minimize related side effects (particularly hair loss) although it offers us no guarantees. And as with all testosterone products, propionate will also suppress endogenous testosterone production. The use of a testosterone stimulating drug like HCG and/or Clomid is therefore almost a requirement in order to avoid enduring a post-cycle crash.

All oil based and water based anabolic steroids should be taken intramuscularly. This means the shot must penetrate the skin and subcutaneous tissue to enter the muscle itself. Intramuscular injections are used when prompt absorption is desired, when larger doses are needed than can be given cutaneously or when a drug is too irritating to be given subcutaneously. The common sites for in tramuscular injectons include the buttock, lateral side of the thigh, and the deltoid region of the arm. Muscles in these areas, especially the gluteal muscles in the buttock, are fairly thick. Because of the large number of muscle fibers and extensive fascia, (fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and separates muscles) the drug has a large surface area for absorption. Absorption is further promoted by the extensive blood supply to muscles. Ideally, intramuscular injections should be given deep within the muscle and away from major nerves and blood vessels.

The best site for steroid injections is in the gluteus medius muscle which is located in the upper outer quadrant of the buttock. The iliac crest serves as a landmark for this quadrant. The spot for an injection in an adult is usually to 7 1/2 centimeters (2 to 3 inches) below the iliac crest. The iliac crest is the top of the pelvic girdle on the posterior (back) side. You can find the iliac crest by feeling the uppermost bony area above each gluteal muscle. The upper outer quadrant is chosen because the muscle in this area is quite thick and has few nerves. The probability of injecting the drug into a blood vessel is remote in this area. Injecting here reduces the chance of injury to the sciatic nerve which runs through the lower and middle area of the buttock. It controls the posterior of each thigh and the entire leg from the knee down. If an injection is too close to this nerve or actually hits it, extreme pain and temporary paralysis can be felt in these areas. This is especially undesirable and warrants staying as far away from this area as possible.

THREE ACCEPTABLE SITES FOR INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTIONS ARE SHOWN BELOW

A) BUTTOCK

Picture of injecting steroids

B) LATERAL SURFACE OF TIGH

Pictures Of Injecting Steroids

C) DELTOID REGION

Injecting Steroids Safely

If the gluteal region cannot be injected for some reason, the second choice would be the lateral portion of the thigh. Usually, intramuscular injections in the thigh are only indicated for infants and children. The vastus lateralis muscle is the only area of the thigh that should be injected intramuscularly. This site is determined by using the knee and the greater trochanter of the femur as landmarks. The greater trochanter is the bony area that you can feel where the femur joins the pelvic girdle. The mid portion of the muscle is located by measuring the handbreadth above the knee and the handbreadth below the greater trochanter. Injecting into the front of the thigh or inside of the thigh is extremely unwise. These areas contain nerves as well as a number of blood vessels.

WHAT TO USE FOR INJECTIONS

It is important to choose the proper syringe for the administration of injectable anabolic steroids. The principle components of a syringe include a cylindrical barrel to one end of which a hollow needle is attached, and a close fitting plunger. The most acceptable syringe for injecting anabolic steroids is a 22 gauge 1 1/2" or 23 gauge 1" apparatus with a 3 cc case. This length allows for penetration to reach deep inside the muscle tissue. Shorter needles, 5/8" or 1/2" are usually not sufficient for intramuscular injections and occasionally leave a portion of the Injection in a subcutaneous area which will cause a swell between the skin and muscle as well as impaired absorption. The gauge size of a syringe represents the needle\rquote s diameter. The lower the gauge number, the wider it is. A 27 gauge needle is very thin. An 18 gauge is quite wide; it is often referred to as a cannon. The 22 and 23 gauge needles are not so large that they are difficult to insert, yet are large enough for solutions to easily be propelled through them. The use of insulin needles is not acceptable; they are simply too small. Usually, insulin pins are 25 to 27 gauge and only a 1/2" long with a 1 cc case.

INJECTION PROCEDURES

There are a number of steps that should be understood in order to complete a safe and proper intramuscular injection. First off, before handling any needles or vials, the user should take a thorough shower. Next, an alcohol swab should be used to clean the injection site and another alcohol swab should be used to clean the rubber stopper on top of the vial which will be drawn from. Then, take a brand new syringe out of its wrapper, remove its plastic top, draw about 2 ccs of air into it and insert it into the vial. Inject this air into the vial; this creates pressure within the vial and makes it easier to draw out oil based preparations. Then, turn the vial upside-down and slowly draw out the oil until you\rquote ve overdrawn at least 1/4 cc. For example, if someone was going to take a shot of 1 cc, they should pull out approximately 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 ccs of liquid, then tap the side of the case to help get the air bubbles that were drawn into the syringe to come to the top. At that point, the excess 1/4 to 1/2 cc could be injected back into the vial and the needle removed. Then, hold the syringe needle-side-up and continue to tap it to encourage all the air bubbles to come to the top of the syringe. Now, take another clean syringe, remove it from its sterile package and unscrew the needle from the syringe. Exchange the brand new needle for the one that has just been injected into the stopper. By using two needles for every injection, you can take advantage of using the full sharpness of the pin. The needle does suffer some dulling when it is pushed through the firm rubber stopper on a vial. It is important not to touch this needle before the injection. It should not come into contact with a counter top, your fingers, nor should it be cleaned with alcohol. This needle is sterile and should not be touched. At this point, once again swab the injection site with alcohol, then press the stopper of the syringe holding it needle-side-up, until the slight air bubbles that are at the top are pressed out. Once a bead of oil has appeared at the top of the needle, allow it run down the surface of the needle which provides lubrication.

At this time, take the syringe and hold it like a dart. Use the other hand to stretch the skin at the injection site and simply push the sharp clean needle in. After inserting it deep into the muscle, pull back on the stopper for a few seconds to make sure it does not fill up with blood which would indicate that the needle had been injected into a blood vessel. Providing there is no blood present in the syringe, slowly press the stopper down until all the oil is injected. Then, quickly pull the needle out and take another alcohol swab and press firmly on the injection site. This will minimize bleeding, if there is any, and by firmly pressing on the injection site and slightly massaging it, some of the soreness may be eliminated. It is important that the liquid is not injected too quickly as this causes more pain at the site during the injection and in the proceeding days.

After this procedure has been completed, return the plastic caps to shield the needles and make sure they are discarded properly.

To avoid discomfort and excessive scar tissue at the injection site, it is not wise to inject more than 2 ccs of solution per shot. It is also not prudent to use the same injection site more than twice a week (once a week is preferred) .