Dianabol (methandrostenolone, methandienone) has remained a cornerstone in bodybuilding since its inception in 1958. Noteworthy effects of this steroid include its rapid muscle-building capabilities and its role as a weight loss aid. Commonly referred to as "Dbol," this oral compound is typically incorporated into steroid cycles alongside injectable steroids, although it can also be effective when used alone.
Combining Dianabol with Injectable Steroids
The addition of Dianabol significantly enhances the effects of most injectable anabolic steroids, facilitating accelerated muscle growth. This enhancement surpasses the results achieved by simply increasing the dosage of injectable steroids alone. A prime example of this synergy is observed with trenbolone. While the total steroid dosage remains consistent across different scenarios, combining 50 mg/day of trenbolone acetate with 50 mg/day of Dianabol yields superior results compared to administering 100 mg/day of either trenbolone acetate or Dbol alone. Moreover, the side effect profile is more favorable when combining the compounds, indicating a synergistic effect likely due to distinct mechanisms of action.
Dianabol and Testosterone Combination
Dianabol complements all injectable steroids well, although its utility diminishes at higher testosterone doses, eventually becoming unnecessary. For instance, while a significant enhancement in a steroid cycle can be anticipated by adding Dianabol to a 500 mg/week testosterone regimen, only moderate improvement is likely at 1000 mg/week. At 2000 mg/week, any further efficiency gains may be negligible, except perhaps for individuals who have already reached a plateau with testosterone-only usage—a scenario uncommon for most users.
Dosage Guidelines for Dianabol
The typical dosage range for Dianabol is 20-50 mg/day. Beyond this range, additional benefits are minimal, making it more advantageous to incorporate another anabolic steroid instead. While dosing preferences vary, a regimen of 3-5 doses per day is common, although some users opt for a single daily dose.
This usage pattern is often combined with a total weekly injection of approximately 500-1000 mg of anabolic steroids.
As with any steroid cycle, post-cycle therapy (PCT) involving Clomid, Nolvadex, or toremifene is essential following Dianabol use to restore natural testosterone production.
 
Packaging: 60 capsules in a sealed pouch.
Dosage & administration:
Half life
6 hours
Dose
10-200mg per day or as required
Average Cycle Length
2 to 6 weeks
Anabolic #
210
Androgenic #
40-60
Oral Bioavailability
Estimated at 85%
CAS Name
(17b)-17-Hydroxy-17-methylandrosta-1,4-dien-3-one
Synonyms
Methandrostenolone, Dianabol, Obol, Averbol, Danabol