Description

Anastrozole is a drug that belongs to the aromatase inhibitor group. It is used in medicine to treat hormone-dependent cancers, such as breast cancer, that show increased activity of aromatase, an enzyme responsible for converting androgens to estrogens. In the bodybuilding and fitness community, anastrozole is sometimes used as part of a post-cycle therapy for anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) to control estrogen levels.

How anastrozole works:

Anastrozole works by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, which converts androgens like testosterone into estrogens. By blocking aromatase, anastrozole reduces the amount of estrogen in the body, which can counteract the unwanted effects associated with excess aromatization, such as water retention, gynecomastia (breast enlargement in men), and excess fat retention.

Activity half-life and length of cycles of anastrozole use:

The half-life of anastrozole is approximately 46 hours, meaning that the substance remains in the body for this period of time. Due to this long half-life, anastrozole is usually administered once a day.

The length of the anastrozole cycle depends on the treatment plan or post-cycle therapy for anabolic-androgenic steroids. This can range from a few weeks to months depending on the individual needs and goals of the user.

Example dosage of anastrozole:

Standard doses of anastrozole are usually 0.25 mg to 1 mg per day. However, these doses can be individually adjusted depending on the individual’s response to the drug and estrogen levels.