Anavar and hair loss (and other sides)

[lucyinthesky]

Newb alert

I decided to try a first cycle of anavar recently and I'm in my third week. My hesitations for trying it were the possible side effects. From doing some reading, it seems like the side effects that can occur really vary from woman to woman and also depend on dose and duration of cycle.

I'm planning to only do an eight week cycle since it's my first time and I want to be conservative. Also, my natural hormones are whack and I figure going on var might make that even worse so I should stick to a short cycle and then try to fix my hormones before doing another cycle. My main concern is the possible hair loss that can occur. I struggle with thin hair to begin with and its been getting worse over the past 2-3 years.

So because of my worry about side effects I started off slow, maybe too slow?

First week 2.5mg ed. Second week did 5mg ed. Now on third week and still going with the 5mg. I've seen some say that anything less than 10mg ed is a waste of time. I'm not sure if it's coincidence or not but I've been feeling a few things:

-tight forearms and tight around the elbow
-feel a bit warmer/sweatier than usual
-feel a bit run down, like how your body feels tired when you're fighting something off
-felt a bit of a tickly throat yesterday but I did a lot of talking for work so could've been the reason
-I feel like I was able to push it a bit more in the gym the last few days, but it's hard to say if that was just a natural progression or the var

Am I nuts to think that I'd be feeling sides after such a short and small dose? Since I only want to run it for 8 weeks, I was eager to go up to 10mg but now with these possible 'sides' I'm not sure. Add to that my super paranoia about hair loss and I'm not sure if I should just stay at 5 or...??? How obvious and quickly does the hair loss happen at low doses?

My Labmax kit is on the way but I'm not TOO concerned about supply as its been tested and verified by someone else who took it.

Any advice?

 

[Wendylifts]

Newb alert

I decided to try a first cycle of anavar recently and I'm in my third week. My hesitations for trying it were the possible side effects. From doing some reading, it seems like the side effects that can occur really vary from woman to woman and also depend on dose and duration of cycle.

I'm planning to only do an eight week cycle since it's my first time and I want to be conservative. Also, my natural hormones are whack and I figure going on var might make that even worse so I should stick to a short cycle and then try to fix my hormones before doing another cycle. My main concern is the possible hair loss that can occur. I struggle with thin hair to begin with and its been getting worse over the past 2-3 years.

So because of my worry about side effects I started off slow, maybe too slow?

First week 2.5mg ed. Second week did 5mg ed. Now on third week and still going with the 5mg. I've seen some say that anything less than 10mg ed is a waste of time. I'm not sure if it's coincidence or not but I've been feeling a few things:

-tight forearms and tight around the elbow
-feel a bit warmer/sweatier than usual
-feel a bit run down, like how your body feels tired when you're fighting something off
-felt a bit of a tickly throat yesterday but I did a lot of talking for work so could've been the reason
-I feel like I was able to push it a bit more in the gym the last few days, but it's hard to say if that was just a natural progression or the var

Am I nuts to think that I'd be feeling sides after such a short and small dose? Since I only want to run it for 8 weeks, I was eager to go up to 10mg but now with these possible 'sides' I'm not sure. Add to that my super paranoia about hair loss and I'm not sure if I should just stay at 5 or...??? How obvious and quickly does the hair loss happen at low doses?

My Labmax kit is on the way but I'm not TOO concerned about supply as its been tested and verified by someone else who took it.

Any advice?

I've heard lethargy is common at first but it passes. Idk about what you would feel at a particular dose. It sounds like it's working if you can go longer at the gym though.


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[wedorecover]

Newb alert

I decided to try a first cycle of anavar recently and I'm in my third week. My hesitations for trying it were the possible side effects. From doing some reading, it seems like the side effects that can occur really vary from woman to woman and also depend on dose and duration of cycle.

I'm planning to only do an eight week cycle since it's my first time and I want to be conservative. Also, my natural hormones are whack and I figure going on var might make that even worse so I should stick to a short cycle and then try to fix my hormones before doing another cycle. My main concern is the possible hair loss that can occur. I struggle with thin hair to begin with and its been getting worse over the past 2-3 years.

So because of my worry about side effects I started off slow, maybe too slow?

First week 2.5mg ed. Second week did 5mg ed. Now on third week and still going with the 5mg. I've seen some say that anything less than 10mg ed is a waste of time. I'm not sure if it's coincidence or not but I've been feeling a few things:

-tight forearms and tight around the elbow
-feel a bit warmer/sweatier than usual
-feel a bit run down, like how your body feels tired when you're fighting something off
-felt a bit of a tickly throat yesterday but I did a lot of talking for work so could've been the reason
-I feel like I was able to push it a bit more in the gym the last few days, but it's hard to say if that was just a natural progression or the var

Am I nuts to think that I'd be feeling sides after such a short and small dose? Since I only want to run it for 8 weeks, I was eager to go up to 10mg but now with these possible 'sides' I'm not sure. Add to that my super paranoia about hair loss and I'm not sure if I should just stay at 5 or...??? How obvious and quickly does the hair loss happen at low doses?

My Labmax kit is on the way but I'm not TOO concerned about supply as its been tested and verified by someone else who took it.

Any advice?

Is the anavar the same batch as the person that tested it

 

[lucyinthesky]

It's the same brand but not sure about LOT # or batch.

Would it make sense to stop taking it until my Labmax kit arrives this week?

Do I need to worry so much about sides like hair loss with a 5mg dose?

 

[wedorecover]

Well imo female should always lab max it my wife takes 10 mg with little to know sides a lot of times people creat sides in there head by worry just stay mind full and enjoy the ride

 

[lucyinthesky]

Yep, will Labmax it for sure.

I think I'm just sensitive to it and should probably come off. This morning I noticed a bit of a bubbly/raspy throat. Could be related or might not be. Also noticed two new pimples on my face this AM. If the lethargy, joint pain and bubbly throat continue, I will discontinue use, even if it's legit Anavar (which I'm surly confident it is. My friend is on the exact same stuff and doesn't have sides at 10mg Ed.

 

[GearGodess]

Yep, will Labmax it for sure.

I think I'm just sensitive to it and should probably come off. This morning I noticed a bit of a bubbly/raspy throat. Could be related or might not be. Also noticed two new pimples on my face this AM. If the lethargy, joint pain and bubbly throat continue, I will discontinue use, even if it's legit Anavar (which I'm surly confident it is. My friend is on the exact same stuff and doesn't have sides at 10mg Ed.

I would definitely labmax it... from the sides you listed...especially the joint pain and voice changes...sounds like winny to me.

TEST as soon as you can. Don't increase the dose if you are feeling changes especially sides you don't like as you will make them pernament. As for hair loss, all depends on the individual and especially if you have the male pattern baldness gene... could be just a few extra hairs or ones from the top of your crown. Increasing your good fats and adding fish oils helps with keeping hair and skin healthy.

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[lucyinthesky]

Labmax kit arrived today. But there are so many crystals stuck in the lid part so I wrote to them for verification that the test is still usable. Are these tests reliable? Based on all the grammatical errors on their website, it makes me wonder if an unreliable test is being used to verify an unreliable supply. Hmm....

 

[GearGodess]

Labmax kit arrived today. But there are so many crystals stuck in the lid part so I wrote to them for verification that the test is still usable. Are these tests reliable? Based on all the grammatical errors on their website, it makes me wonder if an unreliable test is being used to verify an unreliable supply. Hmm....

The test will indicate if you have var or winny. They are very simple, basically colour change test. You can't mess it up.

It obviously will not tell you the strength of the compound though... but at least you will know if you got the compound you paid for.

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[lucyinthesky]

Figured out how to post a photo. This look okay to use?

 

[lucyinthesky]

Okay so verdict is in. Photo attached. Looks good to me?

Labmax advised that the crystals on the top are just to keep the solution fresh for a long time and don't affect the test.

Since the colour is fine, not sure what to think about the sides: raspy throat, sore joints, fatigue. Any advice? Should I come off or try a few more days at 5mg and see what happens?

 

[Wunderpus]

Figured out how to post a photo. This look okay to use?

These crystals are normal, all of my var/winstrol tests have them.

 

[GearGodess]

Okay so verdict is in. Photo attached. Looks good to me?

Labmax advised that the crystals on the top are just to keep the solution fresh for a long time and don't affect the test.

Since the colour is fine, not sure what to think about the sides: raspy throat, sore joints, fatigue. Any advice? Should I come off or try a few more days at 5mg and see what happens?

It could just be the pic or my phone... it looks dark to me... is it brownish yellow or greenish yellow? (I'll have to look up the reference again)

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[lucyinthesky]

It could just be the pic or my phone... it looks dark to me... is it brownish yellow or greenish yellow? (I'll have to look up the reference again)

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It's mustardy yellow, with a hint of green.

Here's a pic with it compared to Labmax results (middle one is var).

I tried a split dose today...2.5 in the AM and 5mg pre my workout. I think I should just stick to a dose of 5mg, split into two 2.5mg doses. I felt stronger at the gym but the joint pain while working out makes me think I was pushing too hard. Also had some abdomen tenderness and felt lethargic so I think I'm too sensitive to it and taking 5mg at once (or 7.5/day) is too much. I just wonder if 5mg ed is worth it. Lowest effective dose and all, but so many people have told me it's not worth it at just 5. I'll mull it over.

 

[Wunderpus]

Are you going to log your cycle? Always interesting to me!

 

[GearGodess]

It's mustardy yellow, with a hint of green.

Here's a pic with it compared to Labmax results (middle one is var).

I tried a split dose today...2.5 in the AM and 5mg pre my workout. I think I should just stick to a dose of 5mg, split into two 2.5mg doses. I felt stronger at the gym but the joint pain while working out makes me think I was pushing too hard. Also had some abdomen tenderness and felt lethargic so I think I'm too sensitive to it and taking 5mg at once (or 7.5/day) is too much. I just wonder if 5mg ed is worth it. Lowest effective dose and all, but so many people have told me it's not worth it at just 5. I'll mull it over.

Perfect! Glad it's good.

Honestly, ignore those who say it's not worth continuing only 5mgs, they are being ignorant. You are getting sides, good (strength gains) and bad (tummy pains which increasing protein usually solves that and lethargic feeling)... which means it's working for you. That dose seems ok for you now.

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[lucyinthesky]

I wasn't gonna do a log because I figured as a newbie I don't know enough yet to write much of value. Hmmmmm. Maybe I can do a cycle summary at the end since I don't plan to run it very long?

GearGodess...it's good to hear you say that. I was realizing that lately the days I've been taking 5mg, some days I did 2.5 twice a day (non gym days and afternoon workouts) and some days I did 5mg before my workout (when I have a weekend AM workout). I realized that I think it's the 5mg doses that make me feel like crap BUT also give me that nice boost in the gym. The 2.5 twice daily dosing doesn't seem to give the lethargy/tummy pain but also doesn't give as good pumps and strength surges in the gym.

Today was different because I did 2.5 am and 5pm, total of 7.5. Felt fine after the 2.5 but weird after the 5mg dose. Mind you I definitely noticed I was able to push it in the gym. Did 4 sets of 8 chin ups with belt and 5lb plate where is normally only manage sets of 6. Did DB shoulder presses with the 30lbs where I haven't been able to shoulder press DBs pain free for a long time because my shoulder goes out of alignment.

So if I stick with the 5mg dosing per day, would you recommend 5mg at once or just stay with 2.5 dosed in AM and PM?

As for the protein, I'm hitting 150-160g daily at a height of 5.7.5 and weight of 142.

 

[GearGodess]

I wasn't gonna do a log because I figured as a newbie I don't know enough yet to write much of value. Hmmmmm. Maybe I can do a cycle summary at the end since I don't plan to run it very long?

GearGodess...it's good to hear you say that. I was realizing that lately the days I've been taking 5mg, some days I did 2.5 twice a day (non gym days and afternoon workouts) and some days I did 5mg before my workout (when I have a weekend AM workout). I realized that I think it's the 5mg doses that make me feel like crap BUT also give me that nice boost in the gym. The 2.5 twice daily dosing doesn't seem to give the lethargy/tummy pain but also doesn't give as good pumps and strength surges in the gym.

Today was different because I did 2.5 am and 5pm, total of 7.5. Felt fine after the 2.5 but weird after the 5mg dose. Mind you I definitely noticed I was able to push it in the gym. Did 4 sets of 8 chin ups with belt and 5lb plate where is normally only manage sets of 6. Did DB shoulder presses with the 30lbs where I haven't been able to shoulder press DBs pain free for a long time because my shoulder goes out of alignment.

So if I stick with the 5mg dosing per day, would you recommend 5mg at once or just stay with 2.5 dosed in AM and PM?

As for the protein, I'm hitting 150-160g daily at a height of 5.7.5 and weight of 142.

Do the log for yourself... you may not think it's relevant right now or that you don't have much to contribute but you will prove yourself wrong. By posting updates as to how you feel, what you notice through your cycle will give you a nice perspective at the end and help you plan your next run... it will also allow others who are new to see your experience and get an idea of what to expect. We all react differently and it's nice to see different experiences and thoughts.

As for your dosing, it's just your 3rd week. Var takes a little bit to fully kick in... so I would continue with your 5mg split into two doses roughly 8 hours apart. Var has a short half life, 6-8 hours so ideally you want to be able to keep your levels stable throughout the day... could also be the reason why you feel how you feel on one dose versus split...
So you may not need to adjust anything else

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[lucyinthesky]

Gah, you're right. I'm stupid for not documenting how I feel each day and today is day 17. I'll start taking better notes and might consider a log here too Thanks for the dosing advice. I'll do like you said and just stick to 2.5 taken 8 hours apart.

 

[lucyinthesky]

Well, I think I need to stop taking doses. The tenderness/discomfort in my mid to lower left abdomen has not subsided. It's in the area of my spleen/kidney. I think this is a bad side effect and a sign that I need to stop the cycle. If it doesn't go away in a day or two, I'll have to get it checked out. If it does go away, I might go back on, maybe not. It pisses me off that I'm one to get bad sides, but I knew the risk going in.