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 which works
by blocking the aromatase enzyme in the body, thus limiting the amount of
estrogen buildup that takes place. This compound has obvious benefits to
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 Anastrozole while on cycle, the chance of any
of these sides are 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 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
Anastrozole’s ability to increase testosterone in the body. Some studies have
shown that natural testosterone levels have increases as much as 60% after the
use of this substance for 7 days. Because of this, bodybuilders find Arimidex
extremely effective during PCT where 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, that one continue to run Anastrozole throughout
the duration of their PCT regime. (4-6) weeks.
