ClomipheneActive ingredient: Clomiphene CitrateAlternative names: Clomed, Clomid, Serophene.Active half-life 5-7 daysClomid (Clomiphene Citrate) is a potent anti-estrogen that is officially categorized as a Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM). While it is not an anabolic steroid, it can help mitigate estrogenic side effects that may occur with the use of anabolic steroids. Additionally, it is often utilized as a Post Cycle Therapy (PCT) medication to stimulate testosterone production that has been suppressed due to anabolic steroid use. For anabolic steroid users, the primary and most effective use of Clomid is during PCT.Effects of Clomiphene
When used therapeutically as a fertility treatment, Clomid helps women who are experiencing difficulty conceiving by increasing the likelihood of pregnancy.
In terms of its role as an anti-estrogen during steroid cycles, Clomid is quite effective in preventing gynecomastia. Although it does not lower estrogen levels or stop the aromatization process, it can provide sufficient receptor binding protection for many men. Importantly, Clomid can also positively affect cholesterol levels. It acts similarly to estrogen in the liver, thereby promoting healthier cholesterol profiles, which is advantageous to anabolic steroid users, since steroid use is commonly associated with poor cholesterol management.
Moving on to PCT effects, the use of anabolic steroids inevitably suppresses natural testosterone production. The extent of this suppression can vary based on the type of steroids used and their dosages, but it is generally significant. Consequently, most men incorporate exogenous testosterone into their steroid cycles, often using it as their sole steroid to avoid low testosterone levels during the cycle. However, once steroid use ceases, testosterone levels can drop significantly. Natural production will begin again, but it can take a considerable time—sometimes months to a year—for levels to recover fully.
Since testosterone levels are low post-cycle, many men are advised to follow a PCT regimen to significantly boost natural testosterone production and reduce recovery time. While no PCT protocol can entirely restore hormone levels on its own, a comprehensive PCT plan will ensure that testosterone levels are sufficient for proper bodily functions as natural levels gradually increase. Clomid is a popular choice for this purpose and is frequently included in PCT regimens alongside Nolvadex and the potent peptide hormone HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin).
Possible side effects:Headaches, nausea, hot flashes, uterine bleeding, breast tenderness, visual disturbances, and acne.Administration guidelines:For fertility enhancement, Clomid is typically administered at a dose of 50mg daily, which can be increased to 100mg if necessary.For users of anabolic steroids, standard Clomid doses for estrogenic protection during a cycle are usually 50mg per day throughout the cycle duration.For PCT, recommended Clomid doses often begin at 100-150mg per day for the first 1-2 weeks. Subsequently, the dosage is reduced to 50-100mg per day for the next 1-2 weeks, followed by a final 1-2 weeks at 50mg per day. The entire Clomid therapy should span 4-6 weeks, with dosing aligned to this overall schedule.
