TiromelActive Substance:Liothyronine sodiumOther Names:Thyro3, Thyroxyl (T3), Tiromel, T3, Citomed, Citomel, CytomelActive Half-Life:up to 34 hoursTiromel is utilized for the treatment of hypothyroidism. Anabolic steroid users often rely on it to aid in fat loss. While it is a highly effective tool for weight reduction, there is a risk of also losing lean muscle mass.Effects of Citomed:The effects of Cytomel tend to be consistent, whether used for managing hypothyroidism or for fat loss in a performance context. In both cases, the hormone acts as a direct mimic of T3. Thus, users looking for fat loss benefits, regardless of their initial purpose, are likely to achieve their goals.Although Cytomel can boost metabolism, it's crucial to maintain a caloric deficit to lose fat. Simply consuming more calories than you burn will negate its effects. However, athletes with sufficient T3 production may find they can slightly increase their caloric intake while still losing weight due to the enhanced calorie-burning potential from the extra T3 hormone provided by Cytomel.Additionally, some believe Cytomel may offer an anabolic advantage by enhancing the effects of anabolic steroids. The theory posits that steroids improve the utilization of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, while Cytomel boosts the metabolism of these nutrients, potentially resulting in greater overall body enhancement. However, this theory lacks strong evidence, and it's often recommended that users focus on Cytomel's primary intended uses.Side Effects:Common side effects include headaches, sweating, irregular heartbeats, anxiety, increased bowel movements, menstrual disruptions, angina, hyperthyroidism, and hypothyroidism.How to Use:For treating hypothyroidism, Cytomel often starts at a dose of 25mcg per day. After two weeks, levels are usually reassessed, and the dose can be increased by an additional 25mcg. This may continue to 75mcg per day after another two-week period until an appropriate maintenance dose is identified. Most patients find that 25-50mcg per day is sufficient, and the total daily dose can be taken in one go.In performance contexts, the dosing of Cytomel mirrors that of hypothyroidism treatment plans, often commencing at 25mcg per day, then adjusting by 12.5-25mcg every 2-4 weeks as needed. Users typically do not require dosages exceeding 75-100mcg per day, and while 125mcg may be tolerable for short durations, particularly towards the end of a rigorous diet, it should not be a regular dosage during the bulk of the diet. The safest total usage duration is recommended at 6-8 weeks; however, extending to 8-12 weeks is possible but may increase the risk of thyroid dependency. Most healthy adults should not face issues with this. Upon reaching a high dosage and preparing to discontinue, it's advised to reduce to 25mcg per day for 7-10 days to allow the body to readjust and prevent falling into hypothyroidism. An abrupt cessation of the medication should be avoided, making the 7-10 day taper essential.
