
Overview and History of DECAMED 250
(Nandrolone Decanoate)
DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is the brand for the anabolic steroid and parent hormone Nandrolone. Specifically, DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is the trade name for Nandrolone Decanoate – the decanoate
ester variant of Nandrolone. Deca-Durabolin, more widely known as "Deca", is one of the most
popular injectable anabolic steroids among bodybuilders. It is the second most
popular and widely used anabolic steroid. First place is held by DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone), and third place is held by WINIMED 10 (Stanozolol). DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is very popular not only among bodybuilders and athletes but that is also
highly regarded among the medical establishment.
Nandrolone Decanoate was developed by the pharmaceutical
company Organon in the 1960s. Nandrolone-Decanoate
is a 19-nor anabolic steroid, with Nandrolone being the steroid attached to the
massive Decanoate ester. The decanoate
ester grants Nandrolone a much longer half-life of approximately 15 days. Being one of
the first developed anabolic steroids, in 1962 Nandrolone was released onto the prescription drug market as
Deca-Durabolin. DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) can be used during a cutting
cycle, but its primary function is to add mass. Other functions of this steroid
include the increase of hemoglobin and red blood cells, as well as promoting
nitrogen retention.
DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) s widely used as a
medicinal drug among as well it gained popularity among bodybuilders and
athletes for its purportedly ‘mild’ nature. In terms of anabolism, DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is only slightly stronger than
Testosterone, with a strength rating of 125. By comparison, Testosterone’s
anabolic strength rating is 100.
DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) possesses a very low androgenic
rating of 37, making it favorable for those who are either sensitive to or with
to avoid androgenic side effects. Additionally to all mentioned characteristics,
Nandrolone possesses very low Estrogenic activity and binds very poorly with
the aromatase enzyme, which is the enzyme responsible for the conversion of
androgens into Estrogen. Again, comparing to Testosterone's conversion rates, only
about 20% of Nandrolone is converted into Estrogen. The fact that like all
other 19-nor compounds are, DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is also a
Progestin, is what contributes to this low estrogenic activity.
Nandrolone also experiences
aromatization into Estrogen in the liver, but it is considerably resistant in
areas of the body where there is normally a high degree of Estrogen conversion
(in fat tissue, for instance). Besides, being a Progestin, DECAMED 250
(Nandrolone Decanoate) express an affinity for
the Progesterone receptor. This can present the risk of side effects and issues
that are unique to 19-nor compounds and are unseen in most other anabolic
steroids. DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) claimed to be good for the joints
and bone tissue, which is indeed true. At the same time there exist a lot of
myths and incorrect information among athletes and bodybuilders. DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) does not “lube the joints”,
“store water in connective tissue and joints”, and doesn’t have any other such
nonsense characteristics. Nandrolone promotes very significant increases in
collagen synthesis, more so than most other anabolic steroids. Other studies
have proved an ability for DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) to promote vast increases in bone
mineral content. All of the above-mentioned means that bodybuilders and
athletes can experience positive effects on connective and joint tissue,
strengthening them during bulking, strength gaining, and mass gaining cycles.
It allows them to lift heavier weight with an enhanced recovery of bone and
connective tissue and gives a greater tolerance to the stressors on joints and
bone that are produced by intense exercise and resistance training.
DECAMED 250
(Nandrolone Decanoate) Side Effects
In terms of side effects, compared to other compounds DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is known as a very ‘mild' anabolic steroid. That is not
100% true – today we know much more information about DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) and understand that it is both a mild and harsh anabolic
steroid, possessing both such properties. One is true - DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) experiences a very low aromatization rate into Estrogen, making
estrogenic side effects less of an issue compared to other anabolic steroids.
Of course, Estrogen-related side effects are not totally eliminated. Although
they are still present, they are more manageable and users should therefore
still be conscious of this fact. Estrogenic side effects can include bloating,
water retention, blood pressure increases as a result of water retention, and
gynecomastia. Users also shouldn’t ignore the fact that as a Progestin, DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) can also increase Prolactin levels in the body. All of the
Progesterone and Prolactin related issues can result in the form of side
effects that are very similar to Estrogen – puffy nipples, gynecomastia,
bloating, etc. Anti-estrogens together with aromatase inhibitors are known for
combating these side effects effectively even if they are attenuated through
the Progesterone receptor. Studies have shown that the use of vitamin B6 is
effective in order to control Prolactin levels (using 600mg daily). Anti-prolactin
drugs such as Cabergoline and Bromocriptine are also very effective at reducing
elevated Prolactin levels and are often the first line of treatment in case of
Prolactin issues. As with all injectable
steroids, nandrolone decanoate is easier on the liver compared to the oral anabolic
steroids such as Anadrol, Anavar, trenbolone, and DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone).
DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) does express a small degree of androgenic effects, and
therefore the same as its estrogenic properties is less of a concern but should
still be monitored and kept in mind. Several Androgenic side effects can appear,
including increased oily skin and acne, increased bodily and facial hair
growth, increased risk of male pattern baldness (MPB), and an increased risk of
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Nandrolone also has side effects that are
common among all anabolic steroids: disruption and/or shutdown of the HPTA
(Hypothalamic Pituitary Testicular Axis), and negative cardiovascular
implications.
For a long period of time, DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) was cited as an anabolic steroid that was mild on its
impact on the HPTA and natural endogenous Testosterone levels. This is not true
as studies have demonstrated that even a single 100mg
injection of DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) per week, is all it takes to suppress endogenous
Testosterone production rapidly reached close to 60%, and even higher (and
faster) when larger dosages of DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) are used. For this reason, it is
necessary that you supplement with some form of exogenous testosterone when you
supplement with the Nandrolone compound. Not doing so will result in a low testosterone condition, and
this is simply very bad for your health.
DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) can increase HDL (High-Density Lipoproteins, better
known as your bad cholesterol) cholesterol levels. If your HDL levels are high
the risk of cardiovascular conditions including heart disease and stroke
increase. That is very important to keep your HDL levels under control,
especially if you're running Nandrolone Decanoate stacks with an aromatase
inhibitor. Moreover, when it is compared
with Testosterone, Nandrolone tends to exhibit far worse negative cholesterol
alterations on average. Recently published data have demonstrated that DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is 11 times more
damaging to blood vessels than Testosterone.
DECAMED 250
(Nandrolone Decanoate) Cycles and Use
DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is widely used by most athletes and bodybuilders for
bulking, mass-adding, and strength-gaining cycles. This is so due to its
positive and beneficial effects on connective and bone tissue, allowing a
greater rate of healing in these areas and an added injury preventative when
heavier weights are used and more intense physical activity is engaged in. DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is a
long-acting long estered variant of Nandrolone (possessing a half-life of 15
days), therefore the cycles of DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) should be at
least 12 weeks in length. DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is often combined with similar long-estered compounds,
such as Testosterone Cypionate.
Because its a slow reacting steroid most users will not
experience the ‘kick-in’ of the compound until at least several weeks into the
cycle, and this is where many bodybuilders will stack DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) with similar oral
bulking compounds. This is typically an oral anabolic steroid, such as DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone), WINIMED 10 (Stanazolol),
ANADROMED 50 (Oxymethelone), ANAVAMED 10 (Oxandrolone), etc. However, for the purposes of bulking and strength
gaining, most individuals tend to lean towards compounds generally suitable for
these goals, such as Anadrol (Oxymetholone) or DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone) for the first 4 – 6 weeks. These compounds are used because of the mass-adding
properties that lend themselves to DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) and Testosterone quite well.
During his early career as a bodybuilder, Arnold
Schwarzenegger's favorite stack was a DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone) and DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate). This cycle is one of the most popular bulking stacks ever.
Another typical age-old cycle stack of Testosterone / DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) / DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone) is often discussed. The Testosterone/Nandrolone/DIANAMED 10 (Methandienone) stack was originally devised, pioneered, and
popularized by the golden era bodybuilders of the 1960s and 1970s. It is often
recommended for all tiers of users (beginners, intermediates, and advanced) as
it is a timeless stack that will provide quality gains to any user no matter
the experience.
Dosages and Administration of DECAMED 250
(Nandrolone Decanoate)
As a
prescription drug, DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) as
originally recommended to be prescribed at a dosage of 50 – 100mg every 3 – 4
weeks, for no longer than 12 weeks. Every medical condition, disability or
disease is different, therefore the prescription recommendations for DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is
individual according to every patient’s needs. For example, anemic patients
were prescribed 100 – 200mg per week, a DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) dosage that
is considerably larger than the common prescription doses.
The
usual dosage of DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) for
physique or performance-enhancing purposes is usually used by beginners in the range
of 300 – 500mg per week. Intermediate users normally do not have to venture above
the 500mg mark within that beginner range, especially when DECAMED
250 (Nandrolone Decanoate) is
stacked with other compounds such as Testosterone and/or another oral compound
as a Kickstarter. Advanced users also can use this dose range, but should an
advanced user require a higher dose to elicit gains, a range of approximately
600 – 800mg or greater should suffice, especially if Nandrolone is the primary
anabolic compound of a cycle and Testosterone is simply run as a supportive
compound at TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) doses.
Chemical
info / Information
Nandrolone (AKA Deca, Deca Durabolin,
Nandrolone Decanoate, Nandrolone Phenylpropionate)
Chemical Name: 19-norandrost-4-en-3-one-17beta-ol,
17β-Hydroxyestra-4-en-3-one
Molecular Weight:
274.40 g/mol
Formula: C18H26O2
Original Manufacturer: Organon
Elimination
half-life: 15 days
Detection Time: 17 – 18 months
Anabolic Rating: 125
Androgenic Rating: 37