Comment · Fri, August 23, 2013 · Ceretropic
Testosterone
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methylator · 9 points
After reading /u/gwern's writeup on it (gwern.net), other studies and sources, and deliberating it for a long time, a few weeks ago I purchased a 10mL vial of testosterone cypionate from the Silk Road and began to inject 0.1mL (25mg.) once weekly. The standard dose for HRT use is 200mg. every 10-14 days, and for bodybuilders between 400-1200mg. every 3-7 days. I initially decided to use a very small dose to test for adverse reactions, but found that dose to be rather effective in and of itself.
So far, this relative microdosing of testosterone seems to be incredible. Positive effects I've noted so far (subjective) include significantly enhanced sleep, energy, and motivation. I easily fall asleep at night, and wake up at the first ring of my alarm clock in the morning (usually the alarm rings for 5-10 minutes before I actually wake up, if at all). I wake up feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to go, which is unusual. Unfortunately I don't have any hard data at the moment while I wait for my new sleep recorder to arrive.
When working I find it much easier to stay focused on my work, but the effect is unlike that of Adderall, in w…
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noentic · 1 points
The rat study is useless. They lack the complexity of human cognition.
Mania does not equal roid rage. Period.
If that is the case amphetamines induce roid rage.
If you have more energy you are more likely to be aggressive.
My original assertion stands, roid rage is a myth.
u/MisterYouAreSoDumb · Ceretropic
What a ridiculous assertion, with no science to back it up!