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Disclaimer: The following article is for educational purposes only and NOT to promote the use of illegal steroids. If you have any questions or concerns, Dr. Touliatos is currently available for consultations.

Every steroid user at some point has asked themselves the same question — “Do I use orals or injectable steroids?”.
Many beginners are put off by injectable steroids; due to a fear of needles, injecting incorrectly or just being a pain in the butt (excuse the pun).
Are injectable steroids really safer for users?
Are orals really as bad as their reputation suggests?
In this article, we analyse the pros and cons of orals vs injectable steroids, so you know what to expect and which method of administration is optimal for you.

Oral Steroids
Examples:

Oral Steroids Pros
Convenient
Oral steroids (pills) are very convenient to take. Just swallow a tablet with water and you’re good to go. You also don’t have to worry about the liver breaking down the substance and making it ineffective, as the most popular orals are c17-alpha alkylated; meaning a large percentage of the compound will survive liver metabolism.
Fast Results
Oral steroids on average have shorter half-lives compared to injectables, thus they will kick in faster, giving you results in a matter of days. For example, with Testosterone Undecanoate, serum testosterone levels peak in the bloodstream 5 hours after administration. Consequently, orals require more frequent doses, to keep high levels of sustained exogenous testosterone in the body.
Shorter Detection Time
Oral steroids’ detection time is typically less than injectables, thus if you are trying to avoid getting flagged for a drug test and want all compounds to leave your system as soon as possible — orals are more suitable.
Below is a table comparing the detection time of orals vs injectable steroids.

Disclaimer: The following article is for educational purposes only and NOT to promote the use of illegal steroids. If you have any questions or concerns, Dr. Touliatos is currently available for consultations.

Dianabol (Methandrostenolone) is the most popular oral steroid on the market. A Dianabol-only cycle is powerful enough to add up to 30lbs in novice users.
However, after a few of these cycles, users will begin to plateau.
Then what?
If you want to continue getting stronger and build more mass — a Dianabol stack is the next step.
This means combining Dianabol with another steroid to enhance results. Considering Dianabol is a bulking steroid, it is typically stacked with other bulking compounds — such as Anadrol, Testosterone, Deca Durabolin and more.
We’ll cover the most popular Dianabol stacks that bodybuilders have utilized from the golden era until today. We’ll also list cycle information so you know how much to take and for how long.

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Dianabol and Deca Durabolin

Note: The above cycle is mildly dosed — more experienced steroid-users may wish to increase the Dianabol dose to 20mg/day and Deca to 500mg/week. 
Dianabol and Deca Durabolin is a popular bulking stack, with many bodybuilders from Arnold Schwarzenegger’s era utilizing this stack in the off-season to pack on as much mass as possible.
Dianabol is an oral steroid and Deca Durabolin is an injectable. Thus, the addition of Deca Durabolin doesn’t add any extra liver strain; which is important as Dianabol is particularly hepatotoxic.
This stack should only be users who have previously taken Dianabol and tolerated it well. Deca will take size and strength gains to a new level, whilst further suppressing testosterone levels and contributing to additional water retention.
This stack is good, as far as steroids go, for minimizing hair loss during a cycle. This is because neither compound is particularly androgenic, thus DHT levels will not shoot through the roof.
Side Effects

Impotence
Liver strain
Low testosterone
Water retention
Gynecomastia

Supplements
Those taking this stack will want to take the following supplements to minimize side effects:

Fish oil – 4g/day
TUDCA – 500mg/day
Letrozole (optional) – 1.25mg every other day
Dostinex — 0.5-1mg per week

These are to be taken for the whole duration of the cycle. 
Fish oil will help to regulate blood pressure levels, which will inevitably spike from this stack (Dbol being the main culprit). This cardiovascular strain can be attributed to Dianabol being a toxic oral steroid. Many oral steroids stimulate hepatic lipase when passing through the liver. The bad news is — this enzyme significantly decreases HDL levels (the good type of cholesterol).
Water retention from Dianabol may also negatively affect blood pressure, with the heart having to work harder than usual to pump blood throughout the body. This is due to additional blood viscosity — the byproduct of more H20 in the bloodstream.
TUDCA (Tauroursodeoxycholic acid) is naturally found in the bile and plays a role in repairing the liver from excessive strain. Supplement form gives steroid-users higher quantities of this natural, liver-protecting substance.
Dianabol is one of the worst steroids for the liver being c17 alpha-alkylated, thus TUDCA supplementation is essential.
There is a risk of gyno from taking Dianabol and Deca Durabolin. Dbol can cause breasts to form in males, due to it having a high-aromatizing nature. This means that much of the exogenous testosterone will convert into the female hormone estrogen.
The most effective way to combat this and prevent gyno is to take an anti-estrogen or a SERM (selective estrogen receptor modulator). SERMs are generally more preferable as they don’t worsen cholesterol levels and thus won’t further elevate blood pressure. However, SERMS such as Nolvadex or Clomid can worsen progesterone-related side effects. Deca Durabolin has the ability to cause gyno due to a rise in progesterone (which can act similarly to estrogen).
Therefore, users should monitor their nipples when taking this stack and if they start to become swollen or breast tissue begins to enlarge — then is the perfect time to take an anti-estrogen (to prevent further problems). Letrozole is an effective anti-estrogen that will reduce the conversion of testosterone into estrogen.
A SERM shouldn’t be used, to reduce the chances of it provoking progesterone-induced gyno (from Deca Durabolin).  
Deca Durabolin can cause impotence during a cycle, which can negatively affect users sexually. This is due to it significantly increasing prolactin levels. To combat this and keep your sex drive and performance high; users can supplement with Dostinex (Cabergoline); which inhibits prolactin production.
Dianabol and Testosterone

Dianabol and Testosterone were once archenemies in the 1950s when Dr. John Ziegler had the task of creating a steroid more powerful than testosterone — to help the US Olympic team defeat the Soviets.
Dr. Ziegler consequently created Methandrostenolone (Dianabol), which was superior to testosterone in its anabolic rating, whilst androgenic side effects were milder than Testosterone.
Thus, Dianabol and Testosterone work similarly; however. Dianabol has the edge in regards to muscle-building; whilst testosterone has the edge in regards to fat loss (due to a higher level of androgenicity).
The biggest difference between the two is that Dianabol is an oral steroid, whereas testosterone is an injectable. This makes for a complementary duo because users are essentially stacking another form of exogenous testosterone, without additional liver toxicity.
This is considered to be one of the best stacks available for gaining raw muscle mass and strength.
Any ester of Testosterone may be used for this stack; however, the most popular forms are Enanthate and Cypionate. 
Side Effects
In terms of side effects, testosterone suppression will be more dramatic post-cycle, thus requiring a powerful PCT to prevent long-term low testosterone levels.
Cholesterol levels will rise higher than taking Dianabol alone; however. the good news is Testosterone is arguably the most cardiovascular-friendly steroid. Thus, cholesterol levels won’t rise exponentially higher than taking Dianabol by itself.
The risk of developing gynecomastia increases significantly with this stack, due to both steroids being estrogenic in nature. Thus, an effective SERM (such as Nolvadex) is essential from the start of a cycle.
Some androgenic side effects are also likely, with users experiencing oily skin/acne, hair loss and more difficulty when urinating.
Supplements

Fish oil – 4g/day
TUDCA – 500mg/day
Nolvadex – 30mg/day

These are to be taken for the whole duration of the cycle. 

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Dianabol and Trenbolone

Note: This stack should only be utilized by advanced steroid users — due to high toxicity. Thus, these dosages are considered moderate to high; tailored for an experienced user.
Dianabol and Trenbolone should be viewed as a more powerful and harsher stack than Dianabol/Testosterone.
Trenbolone, like Testosterone, is also an injectable steroid. Trenbolone works very differently from Dianabol, as it doesn’t aromatize and cause water retention. Therefore, weight gain is typically less; however, its ability to add quality lean muscle rivals even Dianabol.
Trenbolone is extremely androgenic with a rating of 500, roughly 10x that of Dianabol. Therefore, trenbolone can cause notable fat loss with AR (androgen receptors) having the ability to stimulate lipolysis; as well as building large amounts of lean muscle.
Some people may ask: why combine Trenbolone with Dianabol? (If tren is a dry steroid and Dbol a wet steroid).
This stack, therefore, is optimal in the off-season when trying to gain as much lean mass as possible. However, using this stack in the summer may be counterproductive, as Dianabol will smooth out the drying effects of Trenbolone (temporarily reducing muscle definition).
Regardless of the timing of this stack, users will gain a ton of muscle.
Side Effects
Liver toxicity will be significant just from Dianabol — Trenbolone will not add any further hepatic strain.
Gynecomastia is a strong possibility with this stack, with Dianabol increasing estrogen and Trenbolone increasing progesterone. Progesterone-induced gyno is more likely to occur when combined with an aromatizing steroid, such as Dianabol. The best option to prevent gyno with this stack would be to take an anti-estrogen; however, doing so will exacerbate blood pressure levels (and thus is not recommended). If you are worried about gyno, this isn’t the stack for you.
Hair loss, oily skin and acne are all probable with this stack, due to tren’s high androgenicity. These are generally temporary side effects, with acne clearing up post-cycle and hair follicles becoming thicker again. However, long-term use of androgenic steroids may cause more permanent side effects.
Testosterone suppression is going to be severe with this cycle, with users’ natural testosterone levels likely to take several weeks/months to recover (even with an effective PCT).
Supplements

Fish oil – 4g/day
TUDCA – 500mg/day
Letrozole (optional — if blood pressure is within normal levels) – 1.25mg every other day

These are to be taken for the whole duration of the cycle. 
Dianabol and Anadrol

The above cycle is heavily dosed, assuming only seasoned steroid users will take this stack (they are better equipped at handling higher doses). This should not be taken by beginners — intermediates may take lower doses than the above cycle (Dianabol: 20mg and Anadrol: 50mg). 
A Dianabol/Anadrol is considered to be the best stack for gaining pure size and mass.
If there’s a stack more toxic than the Dianabol/Trenbolone — this is it.
Dianabol and Anadrol are very similar compounds; both being orals, highly estrogenic and powerful for building muscle and strength.
Both are also considered to be ‘wet‘ bulking steroids, causing notable fluid retention.
However, their chemical structure is somewhat different — with Dianabol being a derivative of testosterone and Anadrol being a derivative of dihydrotestosterone.
Dianabol also converts to estrogen via aromatase, whereas Anadrol does not aromatize — yet is highly estrogenic (stimulating the female hormone receptors directly).
Side Effects
Liver toxicity is a serious issue with this cycle, both being orals causing significant hepatic strain. This stack should not be utilized by anyone with a less than perfect liver.
Cycles should also be kept relatively short to minimize damage to this organ. Liver damage is not typically irreversible post-cycle; IF the person doesn’t take any other hepatotoxic medications, refrains from drinking alcohol and supplements with milk thistle.
The liver is also an extremely tough organ, that can take years of damage before failing. Time off in-between cycles is usually sufficient for the liver to recover and for raised enzymes to drop back to normal levels.
However, everyone reacts to steroids differently and this stack is certainly going to test the liver.
This is not just the worst stack for your liver — but also your heart.
LDL/HDL cholesterol levels will shift tremendously, causing very high spikes in blood pressure. Fish oil and regular cardio is a must to prevent BP levels from reaching dangerous heights. All users should get regular blood work done when taking this stack, and have good cardiovascular health at the beginning of this cycle.
Dianabol and Anadrol are two of the most estrogenic steroids around. An anti-aromatase inhibitor is certainly not recommended, due to it raising blood pressure further; and having no effect in preventing gyno from Anadrol (with it not aromatizing). Thus, taking a SERM, such as Nolvadex, at a high dose will greatly reduce the chances of breast tissue forming in males.
Being a DHT derivative, Anadrol is very androgenic; thus hair loss is likely with some acne in prone individuals.
Natural testosterone production will be shut down post-cycle via the testes, thus an aggressive PCT will help to minimize the inevitable crash post-cycle.
Supplements

Fish oil – 4g/day
TUDCA – 500mg/day
Nolvadex – 30mg/day

These are to be taken for the whole duration of the cycle. 
Dianabol and Anavar
This is a peculiar stack, considering Anavar is a cutting steroid and Dianabol a bulking steroid.
However, surprisingly many people want to know about this duo — so your wish is our command.
Anavar is used to burn fat, gain small to moderate amounts of muscle and boost strength.
A person may stack Dianabol and Anavar together if they want to only take orals.
Generally, if you combine orals together you’ll experience harsh side effects. However, in this case, it’s a relatively safe combination (as far as steroids go), due to Anavar being very mild. Thus, liver strain and blood pressure levels won’t be a lot worse, compared to taking Dianabol alone. Some people even take Anavar and notice zero side effects, which is why it’s so popular among both sexes.
Stacking Dbol with Anavar will increase lean muscle mass, whilst stripping some fat. Thus, this could be used as a cycle to gain lean muscle mass. This could therefore be classed as a bulking cycle.
However, if users are cutting and are worried about losing muscle, stacking Dianabol with Anavar will greatly reduce the chances of the body becoming catabolic; as opposed to taking Anavar alone. Thus, some bodybuilders may be willing to gain some water, in return for not losing their muscle. Seems like a fair trade.
As we already know, Dianabol causes notable water retention; however, Anavar causes the opposite effect — expelling extracellular fluid out of the body. Thus, the addition of Anavar may reduce bloating and water retention on Dianabol. However, muscle fullness is likely to increase further because Anavar not only has diuretic properties but also shifts water inside the muscle cells, causing a constant full/pumped appearance.
Note: with this stack, you may want to take adequate rest in-between sets, because pumps on Anavar alone can be intense. 
Side Effects
Although Anavar is one of the safest steroids, it’s not free from adverse effects.
Testosterone suppression will be heightened as opposed to taking Dianabol alone. Users may also experience more hair thinning on their scalp, as well as some extra liver strain.
Anavar is also very expensive, so if you’re looking for a cheap Dianabol stack — this may not be for you.
Supplements

Fish oil – 4g/day
TUDCA – 500mg/day
Nolvadex – 30mg/day

FAQ
What Should I Use For a PCT?
A PCT is recommended for all the above stacks, to regulate hormone production (particularly testosterone).
The main three options for a PCT are:

HCG – 2000 IU administered every other day for 20 days
Tamoxifen (nolvadex) – 2 x 20mg for 45 days
Clomiphene (clomid) – 2 x 50mg for 30 days

If you have taken Nolvadex during a cycle, it would be more optimal to use Clomid and HCG for the PCT.
As testosterone suppression is likely to be significant in many of the above stacks, we recommend combining all of the PCT medications together simultaneously (or at a minimum running HCG and Clomid together). This will be more effective than merely using one of these medications.
Bodybuilders often buy the above PCT drugs from the black market, instead of having them prescribed by a doctor. This way they can take them wherever they want in the right dosages, rather than being limited by prescription dates/doctor’s command.
Will These Dianabol Stacks Result in Permanent Gains?
In terms of weight gain, users will lose some water post-cycle and thus the number on the scale may go down. This is especially true when Dianabol is stacked with other ‘wet’ compounds, such as Anadrol or Testosterone.
However, in regards to lean muscle gains; if the person continues to train hard after their cycle and they run a sufficient PCT (as outlined above) — they should be able to retain virtually all of their gains.
Summary
The 2 best Dianabol stacks are:

Dianabol/Deca Durabolin
Dianabol/Testosterone

This is because Deca Durabolin and Testosterone complement Dianabol’s powerful mass-building effects in the off-season, without causing overly harsh side effects.
Despite the amazing gains that Anadrol and Trenbolone produce, they will cause (potentially) dangerous side effects — at least concerning the heart and liver.
Anavar and Dianabol simply do not complement each other; however, they may be an effective combination for a specific person in the correct situation (if someone is anxious about losing muscle/strength when cutting).

Disclaimer: The following article is for educational purposes only and NOT to promote the use of illegal steroids. If you have any questions or concerns, Dr. Touliatos is currently available for consultations.

Winstrol (Stanozolol), otherwise known as Winny, is a popular steroid in bodybuilding.
This is due to it being an oral steroid that produces powerful fat-burning and muscle-building effects.
Furthermore, its anabolic effects come without a huge surge in water weight, allowing lean and aesthetic gains; instead of bloated-looking muscles. Thus, Winstrol can be used in the summer to help users get shredded; or it can be used in the off-season to add lean muscle.
Due to its versatility, Winstrol is thought to be the second most popular oral steroid — behind Dianabol.
That’s no mean feat, considering the popularity of Anavar — a rival cutting steroid.
Below is a list of the most popular Winstrol cycles, that local gym rats or even pro bodybuilders take to get ripped.
Note: The following cycles (except the first) are NOT suitable for beginners, due to Winstrol’s high toxicity. An Anavar cycle is a better option for novices wanting to burn fat and build muscle.
If you are a woman interested in cycling Winstrol, read this article. 

Winstrol-Only Cycle
For Beginners
Although we don’t recommend Winstrol as a first steroid cycle, due to its tendency to cause harsh side effects, the following protocol is tailored for beginners (utilizing lower doses).

All Weeks:

Fish oil (4g/day)
TUDCA (500mg/day)

PCT:

Nolvadex (tamoxifen) – 40mg x 45 days

This Winstrol cycle was popular when it was initially released, with more conservative dosages being utilized. Based on what modern-day bodybuilders take now, this is considered a very ‘light’ cycle — perfect for a beginner.
Users can expect to gain notable amounts of lean muscle (up to 10lbs), whilst decreasing their body fat percentage considerably with this cycle.
Winstrol used to come in bottles made up of 2mg pills; however, 5mg and 10mg pills are more common today. Thus, in the case of the latter — 7.5mg may be a more feasible dose for the first 2 weeks (taking 1.5 x 5mg pills).
TUDCA is a liver support supplement, proven to reduce damage to the liver in clinical studies. Fish oil is used to manage cholesterol and blood pressure, helping to blunt an inevitable spike when taking Winstrol.
Nolvadex is a SERM, used to treat low testosterone levels post-cycle. This will help your hormones return back to normal levels within several weeks, which otherwise might take several months.

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For Intermediates
The below Winstrol cycle is optimal for someone who’s already taken Winstrol, or milder steroids, such as testosterone or Anavar. This is due to the higher dosages being outlined below.
With this cycle, enhanced muscle gains and fat loss will be experienced; however side effects will also be more pronounced.

All weeks:

Fish oil (4g/day)
TUDCA (500mg/day)

PCT:

Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) – 40mg x 45 days

This is a properly dosed bodybuilding cycle, capable of dramatically transforming a person’s body composition in a matter of weeks.
Testosterone levels will become more suppressed, cholesterol levels/blood pressure will spike higher; as well as liver values when running this intermediate cycle. These are the main side effects users need to manage when cycling Winstrol.
Winstrol and Testosterone Cycle

All weeks:

Fish oil (4g/day)
TUDCA (500mg/day)
Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) 20-40mg/day or anastrozole 0.5-1mg/day

PCT:

HCG (2000 IU every other day x 20 days)
Clomid (100mg/day x 30 days).

The above cycle can be seen as a bulking or cutting one, as significant amounts of muscle will be gained; in combination with notable fat loss.
However, due to some likely water retention from the addition of Testosterone — it’s more favoured for bulking.
When Winstrol is stacked with Testosterone, strength and muscle gains will be significantly enhanced. It is a complimentary stack because Testosterone isn’t a harsh steroid, thus it won’t dramatically worsen Winstrol’s already toxic nature. However, gynecomastia is now a concern, as well as lower endogenous testosterone post-cycle. Users can combat high estrogen side effects, such as water retention and gyno by taking an anti-aromatase inhibitor or a SERM (selective estrogen receptor modulator). 
Anti-aromatase inhibitors (such as Anastrozole) block the conversion of testosterone into estrogen, thus reducing water retention and the risk of gyno. One downside to AI’s are that they can worsen blood pressure. This is why many steroid-users prefer to take a SERM, blocking estrogen activity directly in the breast tissue itself. However, water retention may still occur with a SERM, as estrogen levels remain circulating throughout the body.
Testosterone is an injectable steroid, thus it isn’t an ideal cycle for those wanting to avoid needles.
A more aggressive PCT is needed with this cycle to kickstart natural testosterone production. The duo of Clomid and HCG has been used in research to treat hypogonadism by Dr. Michael Scally; with much success.

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Winstrol and Anadrol Cycle

All Weeks:

Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) 20-40mg/day
Fish oil (4g/day)
TUDCA (500mg/day)

PCT:

HCG (2000 IU every other day x 20 days)
Clomid (100mg/day x 30 days).

Winstrol combined with Anadrol makes for a surprising stack for some, due to Winstrol being viewed as a cutting steroid, that can add lean mass without water retention. Meanwhile, Anadrol is classed as a bulking steroid, often resulting in significant fluid retention in the offseason.
However, some bodybuilders successfully cycle the two together just before a competition; in a bid to look ripped, dry and full.
The trick is to consume low amounts of sodium, which prevents the water-ballooning effect that Anadrol can cause. Anadrol is very estrogenic, thus cycling this steroid in conjunction with a high sodium diet is a recipe for water retention/smooth muscles.
However, when used diligently, Anadrol creates a huge and full look onstage, which can catch the judge’s eyes (when other competitors are glycogen depleted).
Even on low calories when cutting, bodybuilders can expect to burn fat and build muscle with this stack.
If a person is not cutting and uses this stack, mass and strength gains will be significant; given the powerful nature of Anadrol.
Side Effects
The downside to this cycle is that it contains two of the most toxic oral steroids on the market. This cycle is possibly one of the worst you can take for cholesterol levels, blood pressure and liver enzymes. Thus, it shouldn’t be run often and is only suitable for experienced steroid users.
Gynecomastia is a concern with the addition of Anadrol, thus a SERM such as Nolvadex is recommended to keep the accumulation of breast tissue at bay. An aromatase inhibitor will be ineffective at preventing gyno due to Anadrol not converting from testosterone to estrogen. Instead, Anadrol is thought to stimulate the estrogen receptors directly.
Testosterone levels will almost certainly be shut down post-cycle, needing a powerful PCT to get endogenous testosterone back to normal levels.
Due to the harshness of this cycle, it shouldn’t last beyond 6 weeks; to maintain optimal long-term health.
Winstrol and Trenbolone Cycle
A Winstrol and Trenbolone cycle should be thought of as highly toxic and only suitable for advanced steroid users.
In terms of gains, Winstrol and Trenbolone are two of the best steroids you can take for transforming your body in a short space of time (when used as a cutting or bulking cycle). Trenbolone, like Winstrol, has muscle-building and fat-burning attributes — with it also creating a dry and grainy look to the muscles.

All Weeks:

Fish oil (4g/day)
TUDCA (500mg/day)
Letrozole (1.25mg every other day) *optional — not suitable if blood pressure is high*

PCT:

HCG – 2000 IU administered every other day for 20 days
Nolvadex – 2 x 20mg for 45 days
Clomid– 2 x 50mg for 30 days

When Winstrol/Trenbolone is used as a bulking stack, this is perhaps the most aesthetic steroid duo of all; with lean muscle gains, no water retention and users’ body fat decreasing.
The main difference between Winstrol and Trenbolone is that tren will pack on significantly more muscle, is harsher on the body and an injectable steroid. Thus, tren is branded more as a bulking steroid, due to its incredible anabolic effects.
This cycle is well dosed, appropriate for an experienced steroid user. However, the cycle is just 6 weeks to minimize damage to the body. If users tolerate this cycle well, they may extend the duration to 8 weeks for further gains.
The Trenbolone dose increases by 50% at week 5, to continue making significant gains for the last 2 weeks. However, if users are concerned about the side effects by week 4, they should not up the dose of tren.
This cycle will build similar amounts of lean muscle to the Winstrol/Testosterone cycle, but with less weight gain (water).
Side Effects
Users should expect high LDL cholesterol levels, resulting in a big spike in blood pressure. They should also be ready for testosterone levels to shut down post cycle. Androgenic side effects are also often common, such as oily skin, hair loss and acne (the extent of which is determined by a user’s genetics).
There is a possibility for progesterone-induced gynecomastia from Trenbolone. Progesterone acts similar to estrogen and thus can stimulate the mammary glands; however, Trenbolone’s ‘estrogen-like side effects‘ are more noticeable when stacked with steroids that aromatize.
Users can take an AI (aromatase inhibitor), which is often successful in decreasing progesterone-related side effects. However, AI’s can further spike blood pressure; as estrogen plays a role in raising HDL (good cholesterol levels).
Thus, some people take SERMs like Nolvadex to try and combat progesterone-induced gyno from Trenbolone; however, some users report Nolvadex making gyno worse. The reason is not certain; however, there is research to suggest that Nolvadex can increase progesterone levels — at least in the short term. Therefore, it may be worth regularly monitoring your nipples during this cycle, to see if they become swollen. If you do experience enlargement of your breast tissue, Letrozole can be taken — an effective AI.
However, Letrozole should not be taken without first monitoring your blood pressure, as it’s likely to increase BP.
Winstrol and Clenbuterol Cycle
Clenbuterol isn’t a steroid; however, it’s often cycled with cutting steroids (like Winstrol); due to its powerful fat-burning effects.
It’s unknown how effective Clen is for building lean muscle in humans, with users experiencing different results (mostly mild to no muscle gains). However, in research horses have experienced significant increases in lean mass.
You’ll see a slightly lower dose of Winstrol in the cycle below (20mg instead of 25mg), because of the increased risk to the heart, due to the presence of Clenbuterol. Consequently, Winstrol may be taken for 8 weeks instead of 6 — however liver enzymes should be monitored. 

All Weeks:

Fish oil (4g/day)
TUDCA (500mg/day)

PCT:

Clomid (100mg x 30 days)

Users stacking Clen with Winstrol are set to experience rapid fat loss, due to their metabolism going through the roof.
Clenbuterol, being a beta2-agonist, typically acts differently to steroids. Thus, there is no risk of gyno, testosterone suppression, hair loss, acne, etc. However, heart rate and blood pressure levels can rise significantly, which users will need to be cautious of.
It is important to regularly monitor your BP during this cycle and only increase the clenbuterol dose as planned if your blood pressure is within normal levels. If blood pressure rises too high, do not increase the clenbuterol dose or immediately discontinue the cycle (if very high).
Winstrol and Anavar Cycle
Anavar is a very similar steroid to Winstrol, being an oral steroid used in cutting cycles. Both compounds have fat-burning and muscle-building properties.
The main difference between these two steroids is that Winstrol is more powerful, thus gains may be a little more noticeable, and side effects considerably more.
Winstrol is a lot more affordable, compared to Anavar; with the latter sometimes costing hundreds of dollars to run a cycle.
The only main advantage Anavar has over Winstrol, other than its safety profile; is that it’s more suitable for women to take. Anavar is low risk for causing virilization side effects in females — whereas Winstrol is much higher.

When cycled together, fat loss, muscle gains and strength will reach new levels (as opposed to running a Winstrol-only cycle). This is a powerful cutting cycle when trying to drop body fat levels quickly without losing muscle/strength.
One downside to Winstrol is that sometimes users can become depleted in their muscles, due to a loss of intracellular fluid. However, Anavar can counteract this temporary shrinkage, as it increases cellular volume; creating a full and pumped look to the muscles.
Side Effects
Anavar, despite being an oral steroid, will not greatly increase liver toxicity. This is due to the kidneys processing much of the compound and thus TUDCA should be sufficient for limiting strain to the organ.
Testosterone suppression is moderate when taking Anavar alone. Thus, Winstrol and Anavar will cause it to shut down, requiring a PCT.
Cholesterol levels will rise a little higher on this stack, as opposed to taking Winstrol alone.
Gynecomastia will not be an issue, as none of these steroids aromatize.
Summary
Winstrol is certainly a powerful cutting steroid, that produces impressive results; especially when stacked with other steroids.
However, Winstrol’s side effects are just as potent as the results it yields. Therefore, Winstrol should only be cycled in moderate doses by intermediate steroid-users (that tolerate them well).
Always consult a doctor before running a Winstrol cycle and be sure to take the recommended liver, heart and PCT supplements to keep your body as healthy as possible during and after a cycle.