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Omnadren/Sustanon 250

Anabolic steroids are a class of medications that contain a synthetically manufactured form of the hormone testosterone, or a related compound that is derived from (or similar in structure and action to) this hormone. IN order to fully grasp how anabolic steroids work it is therefore important to understand the basic functioning of, testosterone.

Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone. It is manufactured by the Leydig’s cells in the testes at varying amounts throughout a person’s life span. The effects of this hormone become most evident during the time of puberty, when an increased output of testosterone will elicit dramatic physiological changes in the male body. This includes the onset of secondary male characteristics such as a deepened voice, body and facial hair growth increased oil output by the sebaceous glands, development of sexual organs, maturation of sperm and an increased libido. Indeed the male reproductive system will not function properly if testosterone levels are not significant. All such effects are considered the masculinizing or “androgenic” properties of this hormone.
Increased testosterone production will also cause growth promoting or “anabolic” changes in the body, including an enhanced rate of protein synthesis (leading to muscle accumulation). Testosterone is clearly the reason males carry more muscle mass than women, as the two sexes have vastly contrasting amounts of this hormone. More specifically, the adult male body will manufacture between 2.5 and 11mg per day while females only produce about ? mg. The dominant sex hormone for women is actually estrogen, which has a significantly different effect on the body. Among other things, a lower androgen and high estrogen level will cause women to store more body fat, accumulate less muscle tissue, have a shorter stature and become more apt to bone weakening with age (osteoporosis).

The actual mechanism in which testosterone elicits these changes is somewhat complex. When free in the blood stream, the testosterone molecule is available to interact with various cells in the body. This includes skeletal muscle cells, as well as other skin, scalp, kidney, bone, central nervous system and prostate tissues. Testosterone binds with a cellular target in order to exert its activity, and will therefore effect only those body cells that posses the proper hormone receptor site (specifically the androgen receptor). This process can be likened to a lock and key system, with each receptor (lock) only being activated by a particular type of hormone (key). During this interaction the testosterone molecule will become bound to the intracellular receptor site (located in the cytosol, not on the membrane surface), forming a new “receptor complex”. This complex (hormone + receptor site) will then migrate to the cell’s nucleus where it will attach to a specific section of the cell’s DNA, referred to as the hormone response element. This will activate the transcription of specific genes, which in the case of a skeletal muscle cell will ultimately cause (among other things) an increase in the synthesis of the two primary contractile proteins actin and myosin (muscular growth). Carbohydrate storage in muscle tissue may be increased due to androgen action as well.

Once this messaging process is completed the complex will be released and the receptor and will hormone disassociate. Both are then free to migrate back into the cytosol for further activity. The testosterone molecule is also free to diffuse back into circulation to interact with other cells. The entire receptor cycle, including hormone binding, receptor-hormone complex migration, gene transcription and subsequent return to cytosol is a slow process, taking hours and not minutes to complete. In studies using a single injection of nandrolone for example, it is measured to be 4 to 6 hours before free androgen receptors migrate back to, the cytosol after activation. It is also suggested that this cycle includes the splitting and formation of new androgen receptors once returned to cytosol, a possible explanation for the many observations that androgens are integral in the formation of their own receptor sites.

In the kidneys, this same process works to allow androgens to augment erythropoiesis (red blood cell production) It is this effect that leads to an increase in red blood cell concentrations, and possibly increased oxygen transport capacity, during anabolic/androgenic steroid therapy. Many athletes mistakenly assume that oxymetholone and boldenone are unique in this ability, due to specific uses or mentions of this effect in drug literature. Stimulation of erythropoiesis in fact occurs with nearly all anabolic/androgenic steroids, as this effect is simply tied with activation of the androgen receptor in kidney cells. The only real exceptions might be compounds such as dihydrotestosterone and some of its derivatives which are rapidly broken down upon interaction with the 3alpha- hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase enzymes (kidney tissue has a similar enzyme distribution to muscle tissue, see “anabolic/androgenic dissociation” section) and therefore display low activity in these tissues.
Adipose (fat) tissues are also androgen responsive, and here these hormones support the lipolytic (fat mobilizing) capacity of cells This may be accomplished by an androgen-tied regulation of beta-adrenergenic receptor concentrations or general cellular activity (through adenylate cyclase) We also note that the level of androgens in the body will closely correlate (inversely) with the level of stored body fat. As the level of androgenic hormones drops, typically the deposition of body fat will increase Likewise as we enhance the androgen level, body fat may be depleted at a more active rate. The ratio of androgen to estrogen action is in fact most important, as estrogen plays a counter role by acting to increase the storage of body fat in many sites of action Likewise if one wished to lose fat during steroid use estrogen levels should be kept low, and steroid choice is important. This is clearly evidenced by the fact that non-aromatizing steroids have always been favored by bodybuilders looking to increase the look of definition and muscularity while aromatizing compounds are typically relegated to bulking phases of training due to their tendency to increase body fat storage. Aromatization is discussed in more detail in a following section (See: Estrogen Aromatization).

As mentioned, testosterone also elicits androgenic activity, which occurs by its activating receptors in what are considered to be androgen responsive tissues (often through prior conversion to dihydrotestosterone See: DHT Conversion). This includes the sebaceous glands, which are responsible for the secretion of oils in the skin. As the androgen level rises, so does the release of oils. And as oil output increases, so does the chance for pores becoming clogged (we can see why acne is such a common side effect of steroid use). The production of body, and facial hair is also linked to androgen receptor activation in skin and scalp tissues. This becomes most noticeable as boys mature into puberty, a period when testosterone levels rise rapidly, and androgen activity begins to stimulate the growth of hair on the body and face. Some time later in life, and with the contribution of a genetic predisposition, androgen activity in the scalp may also help to initiate male-pattern hair loss. It is a misconception that dihydrotestosterone is an isolated culprit in the promotion of hair loss however; as in actuality it is the general activation of the androgen receptor that is to blame. The functioning of sex glands and libido are also tied to the activity of androgens, as are numerous other regions of the central nervous/neuromuscular system.

 

Omnadren

Omnadren is a four component testosterone. The four different substances work together in such a timely manner that Omnadren remains in the body for a long time. For this reason many compare Omnadren to Sustanon 250. This comparison, however, is quite poor since, in part, there are large differences between the two compounds. Although both are "four-component testosterones" the individual substances of Omnadren and Sustanon are not completely identical. Both include testosterone phenylpropionate and Testosterone Propionate; however, the testosterone isocaproate in is replaced by testosterone hexanoate and the testosterone decanoate in Omnadren is replaced by testosterone hexanoate in .

In bodybuilding and powerlifting Omnadren is exclusively used to build up strength and mass. The term "mass buildup" can be taken quite literally by the reader since the gain is not always the way expected by its user. In most athletes Omnadren leads to quite a rapid and pronounced increase in body weight, which usually goes hand in hand with a strong water retention. This results in watery and puffy muscles. Those who take "Omna" can often be recognized by this extreme water retention. The often used term in Europe, "Omna skull," does not come from nowhere but because a fast and well visible water retention occurs also in the face which is noticeable on checks, on the front of the face, and under the eyes. Some mockingly also talk about a hydrocephalus... The pronounced androgenic component of Omnadren goes hand in hand with a high anabolic effect which manifests itself in a high strength gain characterized by a liquid accumulation in the joints, an increased pump effect, increased appetite, and a possible improved regeneration of the athlete. Since Omnadren easily aromatizes, the intake of anti-estrogens is suggested. This can also help reduce some of the water retention. Although Omnadren has a duration effect of a good 2-3 weeks it is usually injected at least once a week.

As for the dosage there is rarely an injectable steroid with a wide spectrum such as Omnadren's. The span reaches from athletes who inject one 250 mg injection every two weeks to extremes who use eight Omnas a day (2000 mg/day). The reason is the low price of the compound. It therefore offers an economic alternative to the expensive Sustanon, Testosterone enanthate and -propionate; that explains why some take it in these exaggerated dosages. An acceptable and, for most, sufficient dosage is 250-1000mg/week. Omnadren is often combined with Dianabol, Anadrol 50 and Deca-Durabolin that accelerates the gain in strength, mass and water retention. The gains achieved with Omnadren, as is the case with Testosterone, usually subside very quickly after use of the compound is discontinued.

The side effects of Omnadren are similar to those of other testosterone compounds (see Testosterone Enanthate). Next to the high water retention other negative effects that are noticed are a sometimes strong acne and a distinctly increased aggressiveness in some users. An aggressive behavior can mostly be explained by the fact that athletes simply use too high a dosage of Omnadren and too low a dosage of the other (and more expensive) testosterones. The very severe acne, is only caused by Omnadren. Often no purulent pustules but many small pimples appear so that the athlete looks as if he has an allergy. This is not intended to discourage anyone but it is a fact that many athletes after a brief time develop an acne on their lower arm, upper arm, shoulder, chest, back and also in their face which, during an earlier intake of Sustanon or Testosterone Enanthate did not manifest itself. Women should not use Omnadren under any circumstances.

Another problem that should be considered is that possible impurities in the injection liquid cannot be excluded since the quality standards in Eastern European countries are not as high as in Western Europe and in the U.S. Thus it is possible that a 100% sterility and pureness does not exist. This could also be the reason for the unusually strong acne. Original Omnadren is offered by the manufacturer in a strength of 250-mg/ml ampule.

This is another multi component testosterone which is becoming increasingly popular. Although the substance combination is not the same, this remedy can definitely be compared to Sustanon. The total quantity of the substance corresponds to just slightly less than half of the quantity included in Sustanon and therefore, either more frequent or more voluminous injections of Sten are necessary. The characteristics of Sten will not be discussed in detail since the de-scription would be almost identical to that found in the chapter "Sustanon." We currently do not know of any fakes of this com-pound. Sten is available for $30 on the black market. At this price, however, one receives 2 Rediject injections which seem to be worth the money The 2 ml ampule has a brownish-red imprint which cannot be scratched off and is easily felt, having been burnt into the glass. Two ampules together with a 3 ml syringe and its needle are packaged in a plastic bed.


This is another multi-component testosterone which is becoming increasingly popular. Although the substance combination is not the same, this remedy can definitely be compared to Sustanon. The total quantity of the substance corresponds to just slightly less than half of the quantity included in Sustanon and therefore, either more frequent or more voluminous injections of Sten are necessary. The characteristics of Sten will not be discussed in detail since the de-scription would be almost identical to that found in the chapter "Sustanon." We currently do not know of any fakes of this com-pound. Sten is available for $30 on the black market. At this price, however, one receives 2 Redi-ject injections which seem to be worth the money The 2 ml ampule has a brownish-red imprint which cannot be scratched off and is easily felt, having been burnt into the glass. Two ampules together with a 3 ml syringe and its needle are packaged in a plastic bed.

This steroid has not been manufactured since the late 1980's. However, we still would like to discuss it in a few sentences since it was such a popular steroid, with many potential customers even today Stenbolone was introduced on the market in 1963 by Syntex, the that produced the popular steroids Anadrol, Oxitosona and Anapolon. It is therefore not surprising that Stenbolone has an application similar to the other three compounds. Syntex developed Stenbolone as a mild alternative to the toxic same company Anadrol. And the company was successful because Stenbolone is neither liver toxic nor does it aromatize, and it is only slightly androgenic. In addition, it has a similar effect to Anadrol in cases of anemia with abnormal blood formation since it increases the num-ber of red blood cells. Stenbolone is especially suitable for competing athletes since it accelerates regeneration when dieting. Competing body builders in the weeks before a championship often experience a catabolic phase and a condition of over training. Stenbolone rapidly and reliably counters this and helps to obtain a good form since it does not draw water and does not increase the estrogen level. For the buildup of strength and mass, Stenbolone is by far not as suitable as Anadrol, although some erroneously call it an injectable Anadrol. Stenbolone has lower anabolic and androgenic effects than the oral version and it leads to a slow but solid muscle gain along with a moderate strength gain. For this purpose it is preferred by women and steroid novices, and by older athletes who obtain satisfying results without the fear of significant side effects. Despite this, Stenbolone is, above all, I a competition steroid which is confirmed by the American Steroid Guru Daniel Duchaine in his book Underground Steroid Handbook 2: "This is an excellent steroid to use while dieting..."

Since the substance is in acetate form it has only a low half life time so that frequent and regular injections are necessary in order to ob tain sufficiently high and constant blood level values. For optimal results Stenbolone is normally taken daily and injected at least ev ery 2 days. The usual weekly dose for athletes is 200-300 mg. For this reason the 50 mg strength is often preferred and the athlete either injects the entire one-milliliter ampule daily or limits the use to half of it. Women normally do well with 100- 150 mg/week and should divide their weekly dosage into three equal parts. The potential side effects are low since the compound is well tolerated by the liver and edemas, gynecomastia, and high blood pressure do not occur. Cases of acne and increased aggressiveness in men are low and rare, as is a reduction in the body's own hormone production. Virilization symptoms in women also occur rarely and for the most part in very sensitive persons when high dosages are given or when the intake interval lasts over several weeks. There are no fakes on Stenbolone, so neither the original compound nor an imitation can be found on market.

 

Sustanon 250

 

Sustanon = Testosterone propionate 30mg, Testosterone phenylpropionate 60 mg, Testosterone isocaproate 60 mg, Testosterone decanoate 100 mg

Sustanon is a very popular steroid which is highly appreciated by its users since it offers several advantages when compared to other testosterone compounds. Sustanon is a mixture of four different testosterones which, based on the well timed composition, have a synergetic effect. This special feature has two positive characteris-tics for the athlete. First, based on the special combination effect of the compounds, Sustanon, milligram for milligram, has a better effect than Testosterone enanthate, cypionate, and propionate alone. Second, the effect of the four testosterones is time released so that Sustanon goes rapidly into the system and remains effective in the body for several weeks. Due to the propionate also included in the steroid, Sustanon is effective after one day and based on the mixed in decanoates, remains active for 3-4 weeks. Sustanon has a distinct androgenic effect which is coupled with a strong anabolic effect. Therefore it is well suited to build up strength and mass. A rapid increase in body strength and an even increase in body weight occur. Athletes who use Sustanon report a solid muscle growth since it results in less water retention and also aromatizes less than either testosterone enanthate or cypionate. Indeed many bodybuilders who use testosterone and fight against distinct water retention and an elevated estrogen level prefer Sustanon over other long acting depot testosterones.

It is further noticed that Sustanon is also effective when relatively low doses are given to well advanced athletes. It is interesting to note that when Sustanon is given to athletes who have already used this compound in the same or lower doses, it leads to similar good results as during the previous intake. Sustanon is usually injected at least once a week, which can be stretched up to 10 days. The dosage in bodybuilding and powerlifting ranges from 250 mg every 14 days up to 1000 mg or more per day. Since such high dosages are not recommended and fortunately are also not taken in most cases the rule is 250-1000 mg/week. A dosage of 500 mg/week is completely sufficient for most, and can often be reduced to 250mg/ week by combining Sustanon with an oral steroid. Sustanon is well tolerated as a basic steroid during treatment which stimulates the regeneration, gives the athlete a sufficient "kick" for intense train ing units, and next to the already mentioned advantage rapid strength increase and solid muscle gain distinguishes itself also by its compatibility. In order to gain mass fast Sustanon is often com bined with Deca-Durabolin, Dianabol or Anadrol while athletes who are more into quality prefer combining it with Parabolan, Winstrol, Oxandrolone or Primobolan.

Although Sustanon does not aromatize excessively when taken in a reasonable dosage many people, in addition, also take an antiestrogen such as Nolvadex and/or Proviron to prevent possible estrogen linked side effects. Since Sustanon suppresses the endogenous testosterone production the intake of HCG and Clomid must be considered after six weeks or at the end of treatment. It is recommended that women not take depot testosterones since the androgen level would strongly increase and virilization symptoms could result. It is not uncommon for female competing athletes in the higher weight classes to take testosterone since it helps in remaining competitive. Women who use Test or who would like to try it should limit its use to either only testosterone propionate or inject a maximum of 250 mg Sustanon every 10-14 days over a period of no longer than six weeks. At this point we would like to emphasize once more that steroid novices should stay away from all testosterone compounds since, at this time, they simply do not need them. The side effects of Sustanon are similar to those of Testosterone enanthate (see also Testosterone enanthate) only that they are usually less frequent and less severe. Depending on the predisposition and dosage, the user can experience the usual androgenic linked side effects such as acne, aggressiveness, sexual overstimulation, oily skin, accelerated hair loss, and reduced production of the body's own hormones. Water retention and gynecomastia are usually within limits with the "Sustas" or are not as massive as with enanthate and cypionate. Liver damage is unlikely with Sustanon (see Testosterone enanthate); however, in very high dosages, elevated liver values can occur which, after discontinuing use of the compound, usually go back to normal. The fact that the liver is a very efficient organ and able to cope well with higher quantities of testosterone is confirmed in the book Doping-verbotene Arzneimittel im Sport by Dirk Clasing and Manfred Donike. On page 54 the authors state: "The liver is able to metabolize an almost unlimited amount of tes-tosterone (2 g of rat liver are able to break down 100 mg/day of testosterone). "

Sustanon is well distributed on the black market and readily available. It is difficult to find the less frequently available original Sustanon. On the market mostly the Russian,Indian or the popular Egyptian 'Nile' Sustanons by Organon are sold. The Indian Sustanon 250 is manufactured in Calcutta, India, by Organon and officially destined for export to Russia. The Russian Sustanon 250 comes in a plastic film; printed in blue ink on the back are the name of the compound, the manufacturer, and the included substances (see photo). This imprint is either stamped on aluminum foil or on white paper. Five ampules are combined in one strip whereas each ampule is packaged individually. Original Sustanon 250 usually costs $12 - 18 per ampule on the and is certainly worth the price. In the meantime there are also several fakes of the Russian version which, however, can be easily identified by the rounded corners of the label. The originals always have a label with sharp corners.

Another injectable testosterone compound which is used in power sports circles is Testosterone suspension. In the following we will describe the testerone dissolved in water. For athletes who readily and frequently work with the popular oily testosterone suspensions (Sustanon 250 or Testosterone Depot) this information might be something new. Besides, water-dissolved testosterone was actually the first injectable steroid. In Europe during the 1940's injectable testosterone was used in the German armed forces to increase aggressiveness and stamina, and also in the recovery of undernourished prisoners of war. This was nothing else but crystalline testosterone mixed with water. Russian weightlifters began experimenting with this testosterone compound during the late 1940's and broke one world record after another. Since pure testosterone without additional esters was used, the substance remained in the body for only a few hours requiring daily injections, and often several per day by first injecting the testosterone molecules with an ester, such as for example isobutyrate (in Agovirin), it was possible to prolong the duration of effect up to about one week.

Since testosterone is dissolved in water the substance reaches the blood after only 1-2 hours so that it is unnecessary to wait longer for results, a circumstance that is advantageous to power lifters. In the last one or two weeks before a competition testosterone suspension is injected daily, often resulting in amazing strength gains. Often Testo suspension is even injected on the day of competition to increase the athlete's aggressiveness and self-esteem in order to approach the difficult tasks with the right attitude. For this purpose, this rapidly effective testosterone is considerably more effective than Methyltestosterone. Among East European power lifters and competing bodybuilders Testosuspension has always been a "last minute secret." Especially women can reliably change their estrogen/testosterone ratio to break down excessive water and to give softer muscles a visibly better hardness in a short time. Female bodybuilders usually have consider-ably greater difficulty in getting their calves and upper thighs in contest condition than their upper bodies. Often you see a female bodybuilder on the posing platform with striated pecs, delts and triceps, whereas her lower body appears flat and soft. For several reasons the estrogen level can be too high, leading to an increase in the hormone aldosterone. Since aldosterone regulates the body's own water household meaning the higher the aldosterone level, the more water is stored by the organism-it is important to keep the aldosterone level as low as possible. Finally it is known that women by nature store fat and water mostly in their upper thighs. An optimal form for a competition requires a high androgen level with a minimal estrogen level. Women who on the day of competition never obtain the right muscle hardness can usually achieve a significant performance enhancement by injecting 25-50 mg Testosterone suspension daily during the last 1-4 days before the competition.

However, men also use Testosterone suspension during the last 10-14 days before a bodybuilding competition to make an all-out effort for optimal muscle hardness. Athletes report outstanding results when Testo suspension is used together with the carbohydrate/loading technique. The athlete unloads his body by depriving it of carbohydrates for several days and begins loading carbohydrates three days before a competition with the goal of storing as much glycogen in the muscle cells as possible. He can optimize this process by taking 50-100 mg Testosterone suspension/day. Testosterone suspension considerably boosts the storing of glycogen in the muscle cells and, since dissolved in water, becomes effective almost immediately. As is known, glycogen also bonds with water in the muscle cells, which manifests itself in extremely tight and full muscles.

In the mass-gaining phase Testosterone suspension is only rarely used. With respect to strength and muscle mass the gains, as with all injectable testosterone esters, are very good; however, this testosterone compound requires frequent injections in order to reach a performance-enhancing dosage. With 100 mg every 1-2 days rapid muscle gains can usually be obtained and the strength increase can usually be felt from the first day. However a stale effect remains since the injection of testosterone dissolved in water is not only extremely unpleasant but the pain at the injection area remains for some time. To endure such martyrdom for several weeks is not to everyone's liking. The gains disappear rapidly after use of the compound is discontinued.

As for side effects, the same is true for Testosterone suspension as it is for other testosterone esters. A considerable part of the compound is converted into dihydrotestosterone in the body so that acne and hair loss occur quite frequently. The endogenous testosterone production is already considerably lower after only a few days of use which during a several week long intake could result in testicular atrophy and temporary impotence. Women experience the usual virilization symptoms. An enormously in-creased sexual drive in both sexes is noted, often from the first day of intake. The same can be said about the influence of Testo suspensions on the aggression potential. Men are also at risk to develop a prostate condition or possible gynecomastia.

The price on the black market for a 2 ml ampule, according to reports by athletes, is around $6 - 10. Since steroid molecules do not easily bond with water, Testosterone suspension must be well shaken before the injection. Those who let the injection rest for more than 30 minutes with-out touching it will notice that the testosterone separates from the watery solution in form of a white, crystalline powder. After shaking, an opaque, white mixture is formed in the ampule.

Testosterone heptylate is another injectable testosterone ester. The French pharmaceutical Company Laboratoire Theramex is the only firm worldwide which manufactures this compound and has been selling it under the drug name Testosterone Heptylate Theramex since 1955. Testosterone Heptylate Theramex rates high among French, Belgian, and Dutch athletes since it is readily available, extremely economical, and very effective - The compound Testosterone heptylate, like every injectable testosterone, has a strong androgenic effect which goes hand in hand with a distinct anabolic component. Testosterone heptylate is excellent for the rapid buildup of strength and muscle mass. When looking at the gain rates of bodybuilders who use Tes-tosterone Heptylate Theramex this steroid, milligram for milligram, seems to have a stronger effect than enanthate, cypionate, and pro-pionate.

Testosterone Heptylate Theramex leads to a strong protein synthe-sis in the muscle cell and promotes recovery to a high degree. Ath-letes report an enormous pump effect during the workout and a noticeable appetite increase after only days of intake. The gains usu-ally consist of solid muscle since the water retention that occurs during intake is usually lower than with enantathe and cypionate. Competing bodybuilders and athletes normally become puffy be-cause of the testosterone injections should give Testosterone Heptylate Theramex a try.

Testosterone Heptylate Theramex has a du-ration of effect of 20 days. Although this theoretically allows long injection intervals athletes usually inject it at least once a week. Men usually prefer the 250 mg strength while women use the more conservative 50 mg or 100 mg version. With 250-750 mg/week most male bodybuilders get on well and make great progress. An effective combination in the buildup phase, for example, would be 500 mg Testosterone Heptylate Theramex/week, 200 mg Deca-Durabolin/week, and 30 mg Dianabol/day. Female bodybuilders, by taking 50 mg Testosterone Heptylate Theramex/week, 50 mg Deca-Durabolin, and 15 mg Oxandrolone/day can obtain good strength and muscle gains without fear of virilization symptoms.

The potential side effects of Testosterone heptylate are comparable to those of enantathe and cypionate. Since, when taking Testoster-one Heptylate Termex, a certain percentage of the substance con-verts into estrogens in the body, athletes will also have to take antiestrogens. The administration of testosterone-stimulating sub-stances such as HCG, Clornifen citrate or Cyclofenil could be indi-cated since the endogenous testosterone production is considerably reduced by Testosterone heptylate. Young bodybuilders should keep in mind that Testosterone heptylate could lead to an early stunting of growth since it prematurely closes the epiphysial growth plates.

As for the availability on the black market it can be noted that Testosterone Heptylate Theramex is not as widespread as cypionate and enanthate. The French, however, can purchase Testosterone Heptylate Theramex at a ridiculously low price in pharmacies. Following, please find the actual French pharmacy prices:

50 mg: 9.90 francs (approx. $2.05) per package including two ampules;
100 mg: 12.50 francs (approx. $2.55) per package including two ampules;
250 mg: 20.70 francs (approx. $4.25) per package ~ including two ampules.

On the black market the 250 mg version usually costs $12 - 15. Those who want to be absolutely certain of buying an original should buy only ampules in a double pack, i.e. the ampules that are welded into the plastic bed and to the aluminum foil.

This injectable testosterone compound is a mixture of two different testosterone esters. The Testosterone propionate leads to a quick effect which, due to the depot effect of Testosterone enanthate, remains for several days. Since it has an intense anabolic effect together with a strong androgenic effect, it is very suited for the buildup of strength and muscle mass. As is normal with testosterone, water retention occurs but in most cases is less pronounced than with pure enanthate. Theoretically, although long intervals between the injections are possible, athletes usually inject the drug at least once a week. The dosages are normally between 2 and 4 ml/week. Most often Testoviron Depot 100 is used since a favorable amount of the substance is present. For further information on its characteristics, see chapters on Testosterone enanthate and propionate. Although it should be a very interesting preparation for testo fans, it is much less used when compared to Sustanon, Omnadren and pure Testosterone enanthate. The reason is that the "Propionate enanthate combo package" is rarely found on the market. In addition, the other tes-tosterone versions, milligram for milligram, are much cheaper. The price for TD 100, according to information from athletes, is around $10 - 15 per ampule.