How to Use Dianabol Tablets? Cycles, Stacks & Dosage

Benedict Ang, CPT, PN1-NC
Published by Benedict Ang, CPT, PN1-NC | Staff Writer & Senior Coach
Last updated: January 17, 2024
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As a fitness trainer with a PN1-NC certification, I often have clients and see other gym goers tempted to fast-track their gains by using anabolic steroids like Dianabol.

Dianabol or other anabolic steroids present a considerable risk that some people don’t consider because the reward is so appealing.

One of the critical roles of a CPT is to provide the clients with all they need to make informed decisions. Hence, I consulted a medical professional to learn all I could about how to use Dianabol tablets.

Quick Summary

  • To effectively use Dianabol tablets for muscle gains, one can either opt for cycles, stacking, or a combination of both, with many users suggesting consumption before workouts for optimal results.
  • Dianabol, a potent anabolic steroid, is not legally obtainable without a valid prescription in the United States, emphasizing the importance of understanding its legal implications.
  • Prescribed uses of Dianabol include treating hormonal problems in puberty or muscle tissue loss from cancer or AIDS, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
  • Drawing from my experience, while Dianabol offers significant muscle and strength gains, the associated risks make it essential to consider safer health supplement alternatives.

How to Use Dianabol Tablets

A close up shot of Dianabol tablets

Based on my first-hand experience, Dianabol tablets can be used either by doing cycles, stacking, or both.

The timing of your Dianabol dosage, especially around workouts, can influence its effectiveness, with many users advocating for pre-workout consumption for optimal results.

Originally anabolic steroids were only available in an injectable form. Still, as research developed, the introduction of oral steroid options, like Dianabol, gained popularity because users prefer oral tablets over needles and syringes.

It is important to remember a diet high in protein is essential to support the gains brought on by steroid use.

There are a few ways to reap Dianabol benefits, including using Dianabol on its own or stacking it with other steroids.

Dianabol Only Cycle

Dianabol, on its own, usually consists of a cycle of four to six weeks with a daily dose of 10-50 mg. You should take Dianabol with a meal, as an empty stomach can cause nausea.

Because of its short half-life of four to six hours, Addiction Center advises to split the dose throughout the day to maintain optimal blood concentration levels [1].

A first cycle may look like this:

  • Week 1: 10mg/day
  • Week 2: 10mg/day
  • Week 3: 15mg/day
  • Week 4: 15mg/day
  • Week 5: 20mg/day

A cycle for more experienced users:

  • Week 1: 20mg/day
  • Week 2: 20mg/day
  • Week 3: 25mg/day
  • Week 4: 25mg/day
  • Week 5: 25mg/day
  • Week 6: 25mg/day

Additionally, users may opt for a higher dose of 30+mg/day after a few cycles to continue making gains.

It is not unheard of for professional bodybuilders, familiar with taking steroids and looking to pack on as much muscle as possible, to take as much as 50mg/day for as many as eight weeks, a considerable amount and duration that brings significant health risks.

Stacking Dianabol

Dianabol supplement in its packaging

The following are some standard go-to stacks:

Stacking can allow users to lengthen the cycle by kick-starting with one steroid followed by Dianabol, significantly boosting athletic performance and potentially adverse effects.

A beginner cycle of Deca stack may look like this:

  • Week 1: Deca-Durabolin (200mg/week)
  • Week 2: Deca-Durabolin (200mg/week)
  • Week 3: Deca-Durabolin (200mg/week), Dianabol (10mg/day)
  • Week 4: Deca-Durabolin (200mg/week), Dianabol (10mg/day)
  • Week 5: Deca-Durabolin (300mg/week), Dianabol (20mg/day)
  • Week 6: Deca-Durabolin (300mg/week), Dianabol (15mg/day)
  • Week 7: Deca-Durabolin (300mg/week), Dianabol (15mg/day)
  • Week 8: Deca-Durabolin (300mg/week), Dianabol (15mg/day)

Advanced steroid users may opt to increase to 500mg/week of Deca and 20mg/day of Dianabol.

A stacking cycle with testosterone may look like this:

  • Week 1: Testosterone (200mg/day)
  • Week 2: Testosterone (400mg/day)
  • Week 3: Testosterone (400mg/day), Dianabol (10mg/day)
  • Week 4: Testosterone (400mg/day), Dianabol (10mg/day)
  • Week 5: Testosterone (400mg/day), Dianabol (20mg/day)
  • Week 6: Testosterone (500mg/day), Dianabol (20mg/day)
  • Week 7: Testosterone (500mg/day), Dianabol (20mg/day)
  • Week 8: Testosterone (500mg/day), Dianabol (20mg/day)
  • Week 9: Testosterone (500mg/day), Dianabol (20mg/day)
  • Week 10: Testosterone (200mg/day), Dianabol (20mg/day)

Any Dianabol tablet cycle increases liver toxicity, so it is advisable to add liver support supplements like milk thistle, Liv-52, or alpha-lipoic acid to your lineup because these can ease the effects of Dianabol on your liver.

What are Dianabol Tablets?

White Dianabol Tablets on a table

Dianabol, known as methandienone or Dbol, is an anabolic steroid. It's easier to use in tablet form than as injectables, with the same muscle and strength boost.

These steroids bump up testosterone, leading to more muscle and strength, but beware, the side effects can hit hard. Besides pills, Dianabol comes as injectables, patches, and gels, each with its own pros and cons.

There are, however, legitimate uses for anabolic steroids like Dianabol, including treating hormonal problems in puberty or muscle tissue loss from cancer or AIDS, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse [2].

During my research phase, I learned that Dianabol is a steroid not legally obtainable without a valid prescription in the United States.

While Dianabol is one of the best steroids for beginners, it may be legal in other parts of the world that are readily available.

It is not advisable to order from unknown sources or places where substances are not regulated because you don’t know the product's legitimacy and safety.

“Steroid use is dangerous for several reasons, including the high risk of infection, their illegal status in most places, and potential for mental addiction. Frequent blood work is essential to monitor potential negative health effects.”

- Daniel Preiato, RD, CSCS

Side Effects

A person experiencing chest pain as a side effect

Our findings show that along with the strength-enhancing effects of Dianabol come significant risks. Short or long-term side effects of taking Dianabol range from mild to severe.

Here are the most common ones:

  • High blood pressure and heart disease
  • Weight gain
  • Hair loss
  • Liver damage and liver disease
  • Aggression
  • Reduction of the body’s testosterone production (hypogonadism)
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Blood clots
  • Severe mood swings
  • Male pattern baldness
  • Oily skin
  • Severe acne
  • Fluid retention
  • Increased risk of prostate cancer

Side effects specific to women include the following:

  • Deepening of voice
  • Decreased breast size
  • Coarse skin
  • Excessive body hair growth

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FAQs

Do You Take Dianabol Before or After a Workout?

Dianabol should be taken before a workout as it can improve stamina, endurance, and performance during training sessions.

How Long Does Dianabol Take to Show Results?

It may take up to four weeks for the results of a Dianabol steroid cycle to show. The results can vary from person to person and are affected by genetics, age, diet, fitness level, and training frequency and intensity.

Final Thoughts on Dianabol Tablets

I never promote taking Dianabol or any other anabolic steroid to my clients. Instead, I direct them toward much safer health supplement options to help them achieve their fitness goals.

Many highly effective bulking steroids safely create an anabolic environment without the severe risks and side effects.

We have done the homework for you and tested dozens of products to find the best ones. Check out our link above to find out what is our top pick and which one would suit your needs the most.


References:

  1. https://www.addictioncenter.com/stimulants/steroids/steroid-withdrawal-detox/
  2. https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/anabolic-steroids
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Dr. Harshi Dhingra, MBBS, MD
Dr. Harshi Dhingra, MBBS, MD
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Education: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Lives in: Bathinda, Punjab, India
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