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Post Cycle Therapy (PCT) in 2025 – How to Keep Your Gains and Restore Your Hormones
Post Cycle Therapy (PCT) is one of the most important—yet often overlooked—aspects of any steroid cycle. If you’re using anabolic steroids, your natural testosterone production will be suppressed. Without proper recovery, you risk losing your hard-earned gains, crashing your hormones, and experiencing unpleasant side effects.
In this 2025 guide, we break down what PCT is, why it matters, and how to run it correctly based on your cycle.
🧠 What Is PCT and Why Is It Necessary?
Anabolic steroids shut down your body’s natural testosterone production. After a cycle, your body needs time and support to restart hormone production.
Skipping PCT can lead to:
- Muscle loss
- Fat gain
- Low libido and mood swings
- Depression and fatigue
- Gynecomastia (from estrogen rebound)
A well-structured PCT helps maintain gains and balance your endocrine system.
💊 Best PCT Drugs in 2025
1. Clomid (Clomiphene Citrate)
- Function: Stimulates LH and FSH to restart testosterone production
- Typical Dose: 50mg/day for 2 weeks, then 25mg/day for 2 more weeks
2. Nolvadex (Tamoxifen Citrate)
- Function: Blocks estrogen and helps raise natural testosterone
- Typical Dose: 40mg/day for 2 weeks, then 20mg/day for 2 more weeks
3. HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)
- Function: Mimics LH and preserves testicular size and function
- Use: Often included mid- or post-cycle to kickstart natural production
4. Aromatase Inhibitors (AI) – Arimidex, Aromasin
- Function: Manage estrogen levels post-cycle
- Note: Use only if estrogen rebound is an issue
📋 Sample PCT Plan After a Testosterone Cycle
| Week | Clomid | Nolvadex | HCG (Optional) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50mg/day | 40mg/day | 500 IU 2x/week |
| 2 | 50mg/day | 40mg/day | 500 IU 2x/week |
| 3 | 25mg/day | 20mg/day | — |
| 4 | 25mg/day | 20mg/day | — |
Start your PCT about 2 weeks after your last injection (for long esters like Enanthate), or 3–5 days after your last dose for short esters or orals.
💡 Tips for an Effective PCT
- Run bloodwork before, during, and after PCT
- Stay hydrated and support liver and kidney health
- Eat a clean, high-protein diet to maintain gains
- Limit alcohol and stress during recovery
- Use a natural test booster if needed (D-Aspartic Acid, Zinc, etc.)
🚫 Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping PCT after a cycle
- Relying only on natural supplements for heavy cycles
- Not tapering dosages
- Ignoring estrogen rebound symptoms
- Failing to do post-PCT bloodwork
