Boldenone Propionate

Boldenone propionate is a synthetic anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) that is a derivative of testosterone. It is a shorter-acting version of boldenone, which is most commonly found as boldenone undecylenate (Equipoise). Boldenone was originally developed for veterinary use, primarily in horses, to promote lean body weight and improve appetite, and has no approved therapeutic use for humans in the US.

 

Boldenone propionate is an esterified variant of boldenone. While the most well-known form is Boldenone Undecylenate (Equipoise), boldenone propionate is sometimes referred to as "Equipoise Propionate" or other names that indicate its shorter ester.

 

Benefits:

Increased muscle mass: Boldenone stimulates protein synthesis, which can lead to increased muscle mass.

Increased red blood cell count: Boldenone can stimulate the release of erythropoietin in the kidneys, which increases red blood cell production. This can improve oxygen delivery to muscles, enhancing endurance.

Increased appetite: Boldenone is known to increase appetite, which can be beneficial for those aiming to gain weight and muscle mass.

 

Androgenic side effects: These can include acne, increased hair growth on the face and body (hirsutism), male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia), and a deeper voice. In women, it can cause virilization.

Cardiovascular issues: AAS use can lead to negative effects on the cardiovascular system, including changes in cholesterol levels (decreasing HDL, "good" cholesterol, and increasing LDL, "bad" cholesterol), and an increased risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke.

Liver and kidney damage: Long-term or high-dose use of AAS can have negative effects on liver and kidney health.

Reproductive system harm: In men, boldenone can significantly decrease natural testosterone production, seminal volume, sperm count, and sperm motility. It can also lead to testicular atrophy (decreased testes size).

Psychological effects: Mood changes, including irritability and aggression, have been reported.

 

Pros:

As an anabolic steroid, it can promote muscle growth and strength gains.

The propionate ester provides a faster onset of action compared to the longer undecylenate version.

It has a low rate of aromatization (conversion to estrogen) compared to some other steroids, which may lead to less water retention.

 

Cons:

Boldenone is not approved for human use and is banned by all major sports organizations.

It carries significant and potentially irreversible health risks, including harm to the reproductive, cardiovascular, and other organ systems.

It can cause a rapid and significant decrease in the body's natural testosterone production.

Boldenone Propionate would require more frequent injections compared to its undecylenate counterpart due to its shorter half-life.

 

There is no medically approved dosage for boldenone propionate for humans. Information regarding typical dosages and frequencies is based on illicit use. The dosage and frequency would be determined by the specific ester. Due to the shorter propionate ester, injections would need to be more frequent than with boldenone undecylenate.

 

Half-life: Boldenone propionate has a relatively short half-life compared to the undecylenate ester. While sources for the specific propionate ester are limited, an intramuscular injection of a testosterone propionate ester has a half-life of about one day. Given the similar structure, boldenone propionate is expected to have a comparable short half-life. In contrast, boldenone undecylenate has a long half-life of around 14 days.

Detection time: Despite a shorter half-life for the propionate ester, boldenone itself has a very long detection time due to the presence of long-lived metabolites. Boldenone can be detected in a steroid test for an extended period, in some cases up to 1.5 years after discontinuation. This is a major reason why it is a common substance for which athletes test positive.

 

Estrogenic: Boldenone has a low rate of aromatization (conversion to estrogen), about 50% of that of testosterone. This means it has a lower propensity to cause estrogen-related side effects like gynecomastia (breast tissue growth in males) and water retention.

Progestogenic: There is limited data on the progestogenic activity of boldenone, but it is generally thought to have low or no such activity.

Prolactin: Boldenone is not known to directly increase prolactin levels, unlike some other anabolic steroids such as nandrolone and trenbolone. However, any steroid-induced hormonal imbalance can indirectly affect other systems.

 

The anabolic-to-androgenic ratio is a measure of a steroid's ability to promote tissue growth versus its ability to cause masculinizing effects.

Boldenone's anabolic-to-androgenic ratio is often cited as being around 100:50, meaning it is considered to have a strong anabolic effect and a moderate androgenic effect.

For comparison, testosterone's ratio is considered to be 100:100.