Substance: methyltestosterone
Methyltestosterone is an oral form of
testosterone. Testosterone it-self is ineffective when taken orally
since the greatest part ~f the compound is metabolized and destroyed by
the liver during the "first pass" so that at most 5-10% of the
compound enters the blood and becomes effective. At a closer look
methyltestosterone is a I 7-alpha steroid molecule, which means that a
methyl group is added to the C-1 7-alpha position of the molecule. Thus,
methyltestosterone is not broken down and deactivated quite as fast by
the liver as oral testosterone is. Still, it reaches the blood quickly
and has only a low half-life time. Since methyltestosterone, in part, is
reabsorbed through the mucous membrane in the mouth, this substance is
also avail-able for sublingual intake. Methyltestosterone is a very
potent ste-roid since it has a distinct androgenic effect. In particular,
it is used to increase aggressiveness. Powerlifters and weightlifters
use it be-fore a heavy workout or a competition since the increased
andro-genic effect can already be noted one hour after intake and the
im-proved aggressiveness, the increased self-esteem, and the thrust of
motivation taking place allow the athlete to lift heavier weights. Those
who try it will notice a quick and strong strength gain. The increase in
body weight is within normal limits and is mostly due to water retention.
The dosage is usually 25-50 mg/day. Methyltest is rarely taken-if at
all-for more than four weeks and women usually do not use it.
Methyltestosterone is a very toxic steroid which can cause many side
effects. it especially puts stress on the liver. Since this steroid
strongly aromatizes, gynecomastia is one of the most common side effects.
The distinct water and salt retention can also increase blood pressure.
The androgenic effect re-sults in considerable virilization symptoms in
women and acne and AGGRESSIVENESS in men. It is no joking matter to be
around some-one who works a lot with methyltestosterone. Effects include
anti-social behavior, irritability, impatience, tantrums, and
forgetfulness or light disturbances in consciousness.
Methyltestosterone is normally readily available on the black mar-ket.
It is available in tablet, dragee, or capsule form for oral, sublin-gual
or buccal intake. Methyltestosterone is a very low-priced and easily
available substance. It is a welcome fact that the athlete does not have
to pay much money for it. The 10 mg Androral tablets cost approx. $25
per 100 and the 25 mg version of Teston costs approx. $0.40 per tablet
on the black market. The disadvantage is that methylestosterone is the
substance most often used in fakes.