[h=2]1-ANDROSTERONE (1-TESTOSTERONE) – GUIDE[/h]Posted <time datetime="2014-09-24T19:51:20+00:00" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); ">2014</time> by Tuned Sports
Prelude
1-androsterone (aka 1-DHEA) is a prohormone that undergoes a two step conversion through the enzymes 3b-hsd and 17b-hsd to become the potent androgen 1-Testosterone. 1-Testosterone is a DHT derivative, therefore this compound or its converted forms can not convert to estrogens. Once in its final form this compound has about twice the anabolic potency of testosterone with similar androgenicity (200/100 vs 100/100 in vida).
Chemical Names
1-dehydroepiandrosterone
1-androsten-3b-ol-17-one
Maintaining Health
1-DHEA is one of the milder compounds available on a mg per mg basis, and its also not methylated so it isn’t inherently toxic to the liver (although its been noted that non-methylated compounds still produce elevated liver enzymes if abused). Side effects aren’t as severe with this compound in comparison to others, but with pro-hormones/designer-steroids there’s always some risk of side effects, thus properly planning for common side effects will help reduce any occurrences. Luckily many herbal based supplements have been scientifically shown to produce desirable results when it comes to Blood Pressure, Liver Function and Lipid profiles. Over the years several companies have begun creating “all-in-one” products designed specifically for prohormone and designer steroid cycles. These products have been a staple in thousands of users cycles with excellent results including blood work to backup their effectiveness. Therefore ANYONE running a cycle of 1-DHEA/1-Androsterone should use one of the following products throughout the entire Cycle:
Dosing
The dosing one chooses to work with varies greatly on whether they are stacking this compound with other anabolics or running it solo. Generally with 1-DHEA 300-600mg a day is the most popular dosage, however experienced users with past pro-hormone or designer steroid experience can experiment with dosages in upwards of 700-1000mg. The added benefit may be negligible at this dosage and the likely-hood of side effects sharply increases..
Since this compound is not as hard on your body cycles can be extended up to 8 weeks in length with 6 weeks being the most common. Most users will begin to notice the effects by the third week in the form of muscle hardness/increased strength. Novice users should always stay within the general dosing amounts and not exceed 6 weeks in cycle length, although more experienced users can safely run 1-DHEA for 8 weeks.
You should split up your dosages into 2-3 different times throughout the day, ideally separated by 5-6 hours (or 8 hours if two daily dosages). For the ideal results, take your largest dosage 45 minutes to one hour before your workout session.
Side Effects
Side effects with 1-DHEA aren’t common when used stand alone, however many users experience marked lethargy from this compound. Due to it having significant androgenic potency and the inability to convert to estrogen, water retention and gynecomastia are rarely reported. The level of androgenicity this compound has may also pose as a hair loss risk for users prone to male pattern baldness, however reports of this are not many. With any designer steroid or pro-hormone side effects can occur and in most cases they’re avoidable by following proper on-cycle support guidelines. The following are a listing of some other possible side effects with 1-Andro/1-DHEA:
Results will vary based upon the dosage, however at most dosages 1-DHEA will slightly assist with decreasing bodyfat, increase muscle hardness, enhance recovery and promote more intensive workouts.
Gains in the realm of 5-9lbs with a loss of 1-2% bodyfat are not unheard of with a 6 week cycle @ 600mg/day of this compound. Its very hard to quantify results because 1-DHEA is often used to stack on top of other substances, but it does produce lean visible results if diet, training, and dosing are spot on.
Stacking
1-DHEA is a popular stacker, this is because it’s relatively mild and non-methylated which allows users to stack this substance with popular methylated anabolics such as Halodrol. Typically users would want to stack this compound with lower androgenicl substances to provide a balanced anabolic/androgenic effect. 1-DHEA can be utilized during either a bulk or a cut. Below is a short list of several anabolics 1-DHEA is commonly stacked with:
Post cycle therapy is, as always, one of the most important parts of any cycle. If one does not work towards bringing their body back to homeostasis gains will be lost (making the health risks pointless) and the chance for side effects increases significantly. Once you stop taking a designer steroid or pro-hormone your body goes through a change of hormones and puts stress on your endocrine system. With a properly planned PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) we assist our body with easing back into normal function. Failure to follow a properly planned PCT can result in undesirable side effects such as:
You should begin your PCT regiment immediately after your pro-hormone or designer steroid cycle, it should begin the day after your last dosage of any anabolics. PCT regiments are typically 4-6 weeks depending on the type of compound being used, user, and type of PCT. As noted in the previous section under “Maintaining Health”, you should continue to use Life Support or Cycle Support throughout your entire cycle, INCLUDING your PCT regiment. During PCT we effectively want to achieve the following:
Days 1-30
SERMs work by occupying the receptor binding site of estrogen. Once this binding takes place estrogen can no longer exert its negative feedback on the HPTA (Hypothalamic Pituitary Testicular Axis), resulting in increased testosterone levels. SERMs do not lower estrogen levels and in many cases increase them, so the concurrent use of an aromatase inhibitor is always the best course of action.
The MOST effective PCT regiment is one that includes a SERM prescription/research drug. Some users prefer not to go this route however, as they are “experimental” drugs and can have their own side effects. As such with a compound such as 1-DHEA a research drug really isn’t needed except for users running dosages above 600mg. To obtain a SERM you’ll need a prescription or google for “research chemicals” as they can be purchased legally if being used for research purposes. The three main SERMs are as follows:
Example 1 (Nolvadex PCT) Week 1-2 Nolvadex 20mg | Week 2-4 Nolvadex 10mg
Example 2 (Clomid PCT) Week 1-4 Clomid 50mg
Example 3 (Toremifine PCT) Week 1 Toremifine 90mg | Week 2 Toremifine 60mg | Week 3-4 Toremifine 30mg
Example Cycle
Users who are at risk for anabolic steroid testing will test positive while using 1-DHEA due to the metabolites of 1-Testosterone that are excreted during use. Always know whether or not you are at risk for drug testing prior to using Pro-Hormones/Designer Steroids.
Common Clones
Here is a short list of products that use 1-DHEA:
Interactions
Users who are on anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medication may experienced increased anxiety/depression while on cycle and during PCT. Users should avoid using stimulants on cycle as blood pressure may elevate too high and possibly cause nose bleeds or even in some rare cases fainting. In general, avoid starting any new medications while on cycle or just before, if you’re concerned about a possible interaction consult your doctor. Users should also eat a clean diet on cycle and limit their alcohol intake significantly (best option would be to discontinue usage).
Disclaimer
We are not doctors, therefore before starting any supplement or training regiment you should consult with your doctor. The information being provided is simply personal opinion.
Prelude
1-androsterone (aka 1-DHEA) is a prohormone that undergoes a two step conversion through the enzymes 3b-hsd and 17b-hsd to become the potent androgen 1-Testosterone. 1-Testosterone is a DHT derivative, therefore this compound or its converted forms can not convert to estrogens. Once in its final form this compound has about twice the anabolic potency of testosterone with similar androgenicity (200/100 vs 100/100 in vida).
Chemical Names
1-dehydroepiandrosterone
1-androsten-3b-ol-17-one
Maintaining Health
1-DHEA is one of the milder compounds available on a mg per mg basis, and its also not methylated so it isn’t inherently toxic to the liver (although its been noted that non-methylated compounds still produce elevated liver enzymes if abused). Side effects aren’t as severe with this compound in comparison to others, but with pro-hormones/designer-steroids there’s always some risk of side effects, thus properly planning for common side effects will help reduce any occurrences. Luckily many herbal based supplements have been scientifically shown to produce desirable results when it comes to Blood Pressure, Liver Function and Lipid profiles. Over the years several companies have begun creating “all-in-one” products designed specifically for prohormone and designer steroid cycles. These products have been a staple in thousands of users cycles with excellent results including blood work to backup their effectiveness. Therefore ANYONE running a cycle of 1-DHEA/1-Androsterone should use one of the following products throughout the entire Cycle:
- Anabolic Innovations – Life Support (Capsules)
- Anabolic Innovations – Cycle Support (Powder)
- Competitive Edge Labs – Cycle Assist (Capsules)
Dosing
The dosing one chooses to work with varies greatly on whether they are stacking this compound with other anabolics or running it solo. Generally with 1-DHEA 300-600mg a day is the most popular dosage, however experienced users with past pro-hormone or designer steroid experience can experiment with dosages in upwards of 700-1000mg. The added benefit may be negligible at this dosage and the likely-hood of side effects sharply increases..
Since this compound is not as hard on your body cycles can be extended up to 8 weeks in length with 6 weeks being the most common. Most users will begin to notice the effects by the third week in the form of muscle hardness/increased strength. Novice users should always stay within the general dosing amounts and not exceed 6 weeks in cycle length, although more experienced users can safely run 1-DHEA for 8 weeks.
You should split up your dosages into 2-3 different times throughout the day, ideally separated by 5-6 hours (or 8 hours if two daily dosages). For the ideal results, take your largest dosage 45 minutes to one hour before your workout session.
Side Effects
Side effects with 1-DHEA aren’t common when used stand alone, however many users experience marked lethargy from this compound. Due to it having significant androgenic potency and the inability to convert to estrogen, water retention and gynecomastia are rarely reported. The level of androgenicity this compound has may also pose as a hair loss risk for users prone to male pattern baldness, however reports of this are not many. With any designer steroid or pro-hormone side effects can occur and in most cases they’re avoidable by following proper on-cycle support guidelines. The following are a listing of some other possible side effects with 1-Andro/1-DHEA:
- Decreased Libido/Sexual Function
- Anxiety / Stimulated Feeling
- Aggression
- Slightly increased Blood Pressure
- Back Pumps (Dull pain in back after/during workouts)
Results will vary based upon the dosage, however at most dosages 1-DHEA will slightly assist with decreasing bodyfat, increase muscle hardness, enhance recovery and promote more intensive workouts.
Gains in the realm of 5-9lbs with a loss of 1-2% bodyfat are not unheard of with a 6 week cycle @ 600mg/day of this compound. Its very hard to quantify results because 1-DHEA is often used to stack on top of other substances, but it does produce lean visible results if diet, training, and dosing are spot on.
Stacking
1-DHEA is a popular stacker, this is because it’s relatively mild and non-methylated which allows users to stack this substance with popular methylated anabolics such as Halodrol. Typically users would want to stack this compound with lower androgenicl substances to provide a balanced anabolic/androgenic effect. 1-DHEA can be utilized during either a bulk or a cut. Below is a short list of several anabolics 1-DHEA is commonly stacked with:
- Methylated Compounds (H-Drol, P-mag, Superdrol, etc)
- Non-Methylated Compounds (11-OXO, 4-DHEA, Furazadrol, M-LMG, etc)
Post cycle therapy is, as always, one of the most important parts of any cycle. If one does not work towards bringing their body back to homeostasis gains will be lost (making the health risks pointless) and the chance for side effects increases significantly. Once you stop taking a designer steroid or pro-hormone your body goes through a change of hormones and puts stress on your endocrine system. With a properly planned PCT (Post Cycle Therapy) we assist our body with easing back into normal function. Failure to follow a properly planned PCT can result in undesirable side effects such as:
- Gynecomastia (Bitch Tits)
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Muscle Loss/Fat Gain
- Sexual Side Effects
You should begin your PCT regiment immediately after your pro-hormone or designer steroid cycle, it should begin the day after your last dosage of any anabolics. PCT regiments are typically 4-6 weeks depending on the type of compound being used, user, and type of PCT. As noted in the previous section under “Maintaining Health”, you should continue to use Life Support or Cycle Support throughout your entire cycle, INCLUDING your PCT regiment. During PCT we effectively want to achieve the following:
- Restore Natural Testosterone Production
- Regulate Estrogen
- Control/Lower Cortisol
- D-Aspartic Acid (DAA). This is a compound recently discovered that has been shown in human studies to increase testosterone by 40%. The cost is low and it works through increasing gonadotropin levels which are at their lowest following prohormone cycles.
- PES Erase. This is an effective estrogen inhibitor that also mitigates the cortisol spike that occurs post cycle. Its extremely affordable and should be an inclusion to all PCTs in addition to D-Aspartic-Acid.
- PES AnaBeta. This is a natural anabolic that also has secondary characteristics of elevating testosterone. During PCT the main aim is to keep gains and bring hormone levels back to homeostasis. Including something that helps you stay anabolic in PCT will ensure that no gains are lost.
Days 1-30
- D-Aspartic-Acid – 3 grams daily
- Erase – 3 capsules daily
- AnaBeta – 4 capsules daily
SERMs work by occupying the receptor binding site of estrogen. Once this binding takes place estrogen can no longer exert its negative feedback on the HPTA (Hypothalamic Pituitary Testicular Axis), resulting in increased testosterone levels. SERMs do not lower estrogen levels and in many cases increase them, so the concurrent use of an aromatase inhibitor is always the best course of action.
The MOST effective PCT regiment is one that includes a SERM prescription/research drug. Some users prefer not to go this route however, as they are “experimental” drugs and can have their own side effects. As such with a compound such as 1-DHEA a research drug really isn’t needed except for users running dosages above 600mg. To obtain a SERM you’ll need a prescription or google for “research chemicals” as they can be purchased legally if being used for research purposes. The three main SERMs are as follows:
- Nolvadex (Tamoxifen Citrate). Comes in Liquid or Pill form.
- Clomid (Clomiphene Citrate). Comes in Liquid or Pill form.
- Fareston (Toremifine Citrate). Comes in Liquid or Pill form.
Example 1 (Nolvadex PCT) Week 1-2 Nolvadex 20mg | Week 2-4 Nolvadex 10mg
Example 2 (Clomid PCT) Week 1-4 Clomid 50mg
Example 3 (Toremifine PCT) Week 1 Toremifine 90mg | Week 2 Toremifine 60mg | Week 3-4 Toremifine 30mg
Example Cycle
- Week 1-2: Pre-load Cycle Support or Life Support @ Bottle Recommended dosages.
- Week 3-10: Cycle/Life Support | 1-DHEA 300-600mg daily
- Week 11-12: Cycle/Life Support | DAA | Erase | AnaBeta | Nolvadex 20mg
- Week 12-13: Cycle/Life Support | DAA | Erase | AnaBeta | Nolvadex 10mg
Users who are at risk for anabolic steroid testing will test positive while using 1-DHEA due to the metabolites of 1-Testosterone that are excreted during use. Always know whether or not you are at risk for drug testing prior to using Pro-Hormones/Designer Steroids.
Common Clones
Here is a short list of products that use 1-DHEA:
- IronMagLabs – 1-Andro RX
- Primordial Performance – AndroMass
- Primordial Performance – 1T (discontinued)
- AMS – 1-Androsterone
- Forerunner Labs – AlphaMass
Interactions
Users who are on anti-depressant or anti-anxiety medication may experienced increased anxiety/depression while on cycle and during PCT. Users should avoid using stimulants on cycle as blood pressure may elevate too high and possibly cause nose bleeds or even in some rare cases fainting. In general, avoid starting any new medications while on cycle or just before, if you’re concerned about a possible interaction consult your doctor. Users should also eat a clean diet on cycle and limit their alcohol intake significantly (best option would be to discontinue usage).
Disclaimer
We are not doctors, therefore before starting any supplement or training regiment you should consult with your doctor. The information being provided is simply personal opinion.