Tamoxifen citrate is the citrate salt of tamoxifen, which is used as the active ingredient in various medications. It acts as a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM), which allows it to block the action of estrogens in certain tissues, such as the breasts.
Why Do Athletes Take Tamoxifen Citrate? Athletes, especially bodybuilders, use tamoxifen citrate for several reasons.
Prevention and Treatment of Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is the enlargement of the breasts in men, which can be caused by excess estrogen in the body. Athletes, especially those who use anabolic steroids, may experience increased estrogen levels, as many steroids are converted into estrogens in the body. Tamoxifen helps block the action of estrogens and reduces the risk of developing gynecomastia.
Testosterone Level Restoration
After an anabolic steroid cycle, athletes’ natural testosterone production may be reduced. Tamoxifen citrate is used to stimulate the body’s testosterone production by blocking negative feedback through the estrogen receptors, which helps speed up the restoration of normal testosterone levels.
Muscle Mass and Strength Maintenance
Restoring normal testosterone levels is also important for maintaining muscle mass and strength, especially after a steroid cycle.
Effects
- Prevention and treatment of gynecomastia
- Restoration of testosterone levels
- Maintenance of muscle mass and shape
Side effects
- Headaches
- Hot flashes
- Decreased libido
Recommended working doses
For the prevention of gynecomastia
Dose: 10-20 mg per day.
Duration: During the anabolic steroid cycle, especially if there is a risk of increased estrogen levels.
For restoring testosterone levels after the cycle (post-cycle therapy, PCT)
Dose: Usually starts with 20-40 mg per day.
Duration: 4-6 weeks after the end of the steroid cycle. In the first two weeks, a dose of 40 mg per day is often used, then reduced to 20 mg per day for the remaining 2-4 weeks.
Combination with other drugs: Sometimes Tamoxifen citrate is used in combination with other drugs, such as Fertile M (clomiphene citrate), for more effective restoration of hormonal levels.
