What are the risks of taking prohormones?

Answer 1

Short-term possibilities are increased acne, aggression, high-blood pressure, and gynecomastia. Proper cycle assist and post-cycle therapy reduces these risks. The largest long-term side effect is possible liver damage, a large reason why those who chose to taken prohormones do not drink while on cycle. When taken very cautiously prohormone cycles can be very safe. Do research on the specific compound and company and post-cycle therapy, which often involves a SERM like tamoxifen (prescription only).

The myths of "roid rage" are very overstated, only 5% of males experience increased aggression. Gynecomastia is a real concern, but many more mild compounds do not carry this risk. Compounds that do have this side-effect need a strong post-cycle. Liver damage can be reduced through proper cycle-assist and proper lengths on cycle while abstaining from alcohol.

Do your research and be smart. These drugs are not for your everyday lifter and must be taken very seriously and respected. Suggested to have been working out at least 2 years, over 21 and have gained 20 lbs in lean body mass so that you understand what it is to work hard and the lifestyle it takes to be ready for the step into prohormones (which really are steroids as steroids are drugs which introduce hormones unnaturally into your system).