Anastrozole Arimidex Post Cycle Therapy PCT Tablets Cas: 120511-73-1
 
Anastrozole Details
 
Product Name: Anastrozole
Synonyms: Tetramethyl-5-(1H-1,2,4-triazol-1ylmethyl) 1,3-benzenediacetionitrile; ICI-D-1033;ARIMIDEX; 1,3-benzenediacetionitrile;ZD-1033
Description: off-white crystalline powder
Cas No.: 120511-73-1
Molecular Formula: C17H19N5
Molecular Weight: 293.37
Purity: 98%min
Quality Standard: EP, USP
Usage: for treatment of breast cancer after surgery, as well as for metastasis in both pre and post-menopausal women
 

 
Anastrozole is a powerful Aromatase Inhibitor (AI) that was developed in 1995 by Zenaca Pharmaceuticals under the brand name Arimidex for the purpose of fighting breast cancer. Since its inception, Anastrozole has been one of the leading anti-estrogenic medications on the market. The compound has proven far more effective in breast cancer treatment plans than Tamoxifen Citrate (Nolvadex), although both compounds are regularly used.
 
Anastrozole has also gained a lot of attention in recent years due to its use in testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) plans. Many TRT patients find the use of exogenous testosterone increases their estrogen levels, but by including Anastrozole in the program estrogen can be controlled. For any TRT plan to be successful, estrogen along with testosterone must be balanced and Anastrozole can help the patient reach this end.
 

 
Anastrozole Functions
 
Anastrozole is a very simple AI and while simple it remains one of the most powerfully effective AI's on the market. When testosterone is present in the body, endogenous (made naturally) or exogenous (provided externally), the hormone has the ability to convert to estrogen. This testosterone to estrogen conversion is due to the testosterone hormone's interaction with the aromatase enzyme and what is commonly referred to as aromatization. Anastrozole will actively inhibit the aromatase enzyme, thereby preventing the testosterone to estrogen conversion and any related affects that could come with elevated estrogen levels. Elevated estrogen levels can lead to gynecomastia (male breast enlargement) and excess water retention most commonly, which can in turn promote high blood pressure if water retention becomes severe. The use of Anastrozole when needed will prevent such related actions baring any secondary or unrelated issues. The compound is so effective data has shown it has the ability to suppress estrogen by as much as 80%.
Anastrozole also carries traits outside estrogen suppression, primarily natural testosterone stimulation. This AI has the ability to stimulate the release of Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), two hormones that signal the testicles to produce more testosterone when released. However, for the TRT patient this is of very little concern or benefit as the exogenous testosterone he'll be using will provide all the testosterone he needs. Unfortunately, some physicians who are not well-versed in proper TRT protocols may prescribe patients this AI in hopes that it will correct their low level state without exogenous testosterone use. While it may bring levels up slightly it's rarely enough. Further, if the individual suffers from primary hypogonadism it will have little to no effect on his testosterone production as such an individual normally produces abundant amounts of LH already.
 
Anastrozole Usage
 
1. Although Arimidex does increase testosterone levels slightly in the body, Arimidex is more often used in conjunction with other steroids to lower estrogen in the body. Many anabolic steroids will convert, or aromatize, in the body into estrogen, which causes many of the unwanted side effects like bloating and acne. Arimidex is one of the best compounds to lower the aromatizing effect of steroids.
2. As to female. Many breast cancers are stimulated to grow by the female sex hormones oestrogen and progesterone. These breast cancers can be treated with drugs that block the effects of these hormones. Arimidex blocks the process of aromatisation. So Arimidex lowers the amount of oestrogen in the body. In advanced breast cancer the cancer cells may grow more slowly or stop growing completely.
3. As to male. Arimidex may also be a part of treatment for men suffering from prostate cancer. In rare cases when a male patient has breast cancer, Arimidex may also be a treatment option. Arimidex is also a good choice for the treatment of men hair loss.
4. As to bodybuilders. Another use of Arimidex for men is to maintain a powerfully-built and bulky physique among bodybuilders, especially those who take anabolic steroids. One function of steroids is that Arimidex mimics the actions of naturally occurring testosterone, resulting in the increase of protein levels, muscle buildup, and strength improvement.