Arimidex

 

Arimidex is an anti-estrogen available in oral form which contains 1 mg of the substance Anastrozole per tablet.

 

Arimidex is a true aromatase inhibitor that works by blocking the aromatase enzyme in the body, thus limiting the amount of estrogen buildup that takes place. This compound has obvious benefits for bodybuilders who use aromatizing steroids such as testosterone. These individuals might face estrogen-related side effects such as water bloat and "gyno", but by taking Arimidex while on cycle, the chance of any of these sides is greatly reduced.

 

In studies that have been done, Arimidex has been shown to reduce estrogen in the body by roughly 50%. This is a good balance for bodybuilders because some estrogen is needed in order for the full anabolic benefits of the steroids being taken to be achieved. These results are typically the same with a dosage of 5 mg a day as they are with a dosage of 1 mg a day, meaning that in most cases, a half tablet a day will be sufficient for estrogen control throughout the cycle.

 

Typically, bodybuilders using Arimidex will begin taking it the day they start their cycle, and will run it throughout the duration of steroid administration. It is also important to point out Arimidex’s ability to increase testosterone in the body. Some studies have shown that natural testosterone levels have increased by as much as 60% after the use of this substance for 7 days. Because of this, bodybuilders find this drug extremely effective during PCT as they are trying to elevate natural levels as much as possible in order to avoid a post-cycle "crash".

 

It is generally recommended that upon discontinuance of steroid use, one continue to run Arimidex throughout the duration of their PCT regime (4-6) weeks.