Gynecomastia is the growth of breast tissue and is often caused steroid use which increases the estrogen (the female hormones) and / or decreases the testosterone (male hormone) in bodybuilders. One of the more common treatments for Gyno is the use of Letrozole or Letro for short. The two main areas we will touch on […]
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Pramipexole (Prami): Treatment for Gynecomastia / Gyno and Lactation by Bodybuilders
With the increased use of Trenbolone and nandrolone bodybuilders have seen an increased rise in sexual dysfunction and reduced libido along with lactation of the nipples due to elevated prolactin. Prolactin is referred to as the lactation hormone as it is responsible for the producing breast milk and the growth of the mammary glands. Prolactin […]
Pramipexole vs Cabergoline
Pramipexole vs. Cabergoline: Which Anti Prolactin Medicine Is Right For You To Prevent Gynecomastia and Lactating Nipples 1. Currently the two best anti prolactin drugs are pramipexole (Prami) and cabergoline (Caber / Dostinex), but which one is best for you depends on each person. Both are very similar in side effects and while one might […]
Pramipexole vs. Cabergoline
Pramipexole vs. Cabergoline: Which Anti Prolactin Medicine Is Right For You To Prevent Gynecomastia and Lactating Nipples 1. Currently the two best anti prolactin drugs are pramipexole (Prami) and cabergoline (Caber / Dostinex), but which one is best for you depends on each person. Both are very similar in side effects and while one might […]
Nizoral Shampoo to Treat Acne
Retin-A, Accutane, Antibiotics, and more are often suggested for acne especially steroid induced acne. Bodybuilders male and female spend countless hours fine tuning their bodies only to suffer form the notorious acne break outs caused by anabolic/androgenic steroids (AAS). Ketoconazole the active ingredient in Nizoral was created to prevent androgenic alopecia (balding) caused by Dihydrotestosterone […]
Metformin for Bodybuilding
Metformin for Bodybuilding: Decreased Blood Sugar, Increased Insulin Sensitivity, Decreased Sugar Absorption, Lowered Appetite, Lowered Insulin Levels, and Decreased Sugar Formation from the Liver. Metformin is the standard name for the brand name drug Glucophage which literally means “Eater of Sugar.” It is a Type II diabetes drug and helps to reduce Low Density Lipoprotein […]
Lasix and the use of Diuretics in Bodybuilding
Lasix is a loop diuretic that is listed by the World Health Organization as an essential medicine. Bodybuilders have used diuretics to flush out excess water mainly prior to competitions. There are three main types of diuretics, potassium sparing, osmotic and loop diuretics. Osmotic Diuretics are injections that override the kidneys and release anything that […]
Isotretinoin For Steroid Induced Acne
Acne is a skin condition most common during teenage years where your androgens and testosterone are rising. Acne can manifest itself in whiteheads, black heads, oily skin, and more. Times of hormonal changes and stress can cause outbreaks of Acne. As bodybuilders are using steroids to increase hormone levels the negative effect on their skin […]
Gynecomastia / Gyno on a Steroid Cycle
If asked, most bodybuilders will say one of their biggest concerns about taking steroids is Gynecomastia (gyno) or known as man boobs in slang terms.
Finasteride (Proscar / Propecia) For Male Pattern Baldness In Bodybuilders
Finasteride is used to slow down and help prevent male pattern baldness associated with Dihydrotestosterone. Bodybuilders through their use of Testosterone usually encounter side effects such as body hair growth, acne, enlarged prostate and triggering male pattern baldness. This is due to the Testosterone converting into Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which is a several times stronger male […]
