There are 3 types of estrogen control typically used during post cycle therapy. They are SERM’s
(Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators), AI’s (Aromatase Inhibitors) and ATD
(1, 4, 6-androstatriene-3, 17-dione). Each works by a different mechanism to decrease estrogen or
estrogen production. In addition to the estrogen control products there are also supplements that
help to increase testosterone production or provide other benefits during post cycle therapy.

SERM’s work by blocking estrogen from acting on the bodies tissues. There are three main SERM’s that
are used during post cycle therapy. These are tamoxifen citrate (Nolvadex), clomiphene citrate
(Clomid) and toremifene citrate. Click on each name in the table below for a more detailed
description.

AI’s lower estrogen by stopping the activity of the aromatase enzyme. Aromatase is responsible for
the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and androstenedione to estrone. There are 6 AI’s listed
below. They are 6-OXO, anastrozole (Arimidex), letrozole (Femara), exemestane (Aromasin), chrysin
and vitamin C. You can find out more about each by clicking on the name in the table below.

ATD is a recent introduction to estrogen control. It is thought to stop estrogen production in a
manner similar to steroidal AI’s such as exemestane. Brand name ATD’s are Rebound XT, Novedex XT,
Ultra H.O.T and Ultra H.O.T.ter.

In addition to estrogen control it is often good to include testosterone boosters in your post cycle
therapy. Many users commonly include the herbs tribulus, fenugreek and maca as part of their PCT
protocol. Another good addition is Activate by Designer Supplements which is used to free up bound
testosterone.

Finally, the addition of products like Lean Extreme or Retain are helpful in reducing cortisol levels.
Cortisol is often elevated after a cycle of anabolics and keeping it in check can help to maintain
your lean mass while minimizing fat storage.

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1,4,6 etioallocholan-dione (ATD) is the first ingredient in Arom-X. ATD is an aromatase inhibitor (AI). This means it stops the body from forming the aromatase enzyme which the body uses to convert androgens to estrogen. Thus you get a decrease in estrogen in the body with a concurrent rise in testosterone since the test is not being aromatized into estrogen. This makes ATD very useful after finishing a legal steroid cycle to help in raising natural testosterone production back to normal. It can also be used in smaller doses along with legal steroids to help minimize any side effects associated with excessive estrogen. Larger doses of ATD can cause a decrease in libido.

3a-Hydroxyetioallocholan Ethyl Ester is the second ingredient in Arom-X. It is a new anti-aromatase that is meant to compliment ATD as it increases libido. It is also reported to increase focus and aggression. All of these are very desirable when in post-cycle therapy.

I have used ATD before and it works very well in controlling estrogen. And as stated it is very powerful stuff so be careful. I suggest starting off at just 1/2 the recommended dose to see how your body responds. The 3a-Hydroxyetioallocholan Ethyl Ester may help in maintaining your libido, but it is best not to wipe out ALL of your estrogen.

Arom-X also contains Beta Sitosterol which has been shown to have activity in promoting prostate health. It also has cholesterol lowering activity which is useful because cholesterol levels can get very high if you decrease estrogen too much.