Primobol (Methenolone Enanthate) by Balkan Pharmaceuticals: results, dosages, cycles and side effects

Primobol is an injectable anabolic steroid manufactured by Balkan Pharmaceuticals and containing Methenolone Enanthate which is a dihydroTestosterone (DHT) based anabolic steroid and It is an ester derivative of methenolone. It started to become highly utilized after 70s because this compound proved to be very easy on the body organs and hormone profiles. Primobol has mainly anabolic effects and low androgenic properties. It is used by bodybuilders in cutting cycles and during preparation for various competitions. Primobol injections come in 5 X 1 mL ampoules (100 mg/mL).

Primobol does not aromatize and does not convert to estrogen. By being an ester, it has quite a long acting property and has a high survival rate. Methenolone Enanthate is considered a good fat burner due to its high capacity for binding to the androgen receptors. Primobol produces important results in both men and women during a cutting cycle as it exhibits an ability to retain muscle on a calorie restricted diet. Primobol has the property not to aromatize, so estrogen related side effects are of no concern. This fact is very useful when leading up to a bodybuilding contest, as subcutaneous water retention (due to estrogen) can seriously harm the look of hardness and relief to the muscles.

Primobol half-life is about 14 days and most athletes prefer to administer it on a weekly basis. The average dosage is 600-800 mg per week, while beginners are advised to start with a dose of 400 mg. If the dose is raised to more than 800 mg the androgenic effects become more pronounced. For women the average dosage of Primobol is between 50 and 100 mg per week. Primobol can be stacked with other steroids in order to obtain a faster and more enhanced effect. During a dieting or cutting phase, a non-aromatizing androgen like Trenbolone can be added. Primobol can also be used with a mild anabolic steroid such as Stanozolol.

An average Primobol cycle is between 6 and 12 weeks, often the cycle can be prolonged up to 20 weeks. There are some examples of efficient cycles of Primobol injection usage: Primobol in a dosage of 600-800 mg in weeks 1-12 with Anavar 60 mg in weeks 1-8, Primobol in a dosage of 600-800 mg in weeks 1-12 with Masteron 400-600 mg in weeks 1-14 or Primobol 600 mg in weeks 1-12 with Testosterone Enanthate 500 mg in the same period. Primobol also can be administrated alone up to 20 weeks without fear of a very difficult recovery in Post Cycle Therapy.

The main side effects of Primobol injections are: androgenic effects - oily skin, acne, increased face and body hair growth or an aggravation of male pattern baldness condition. Women may experience deepening of the voice, menstrual irregularities, changes in skin texture, facial hair growth, and clitoral enlargement. Estrogenic side effects should not be an issue while using this compound and liver toxicity is also extremely low, so liver problems is unlikely to manifest. In high dosage Primobol can have a negative effect on hepatic management of cholesterol.