You’ve just finished your Turinabol cycle.
The strength gains are real. Your muscle definition is sharper than ever. You feel like you’ve finally reached the next level.
But now comes the most critical phase—what happens after the last pill.
Stopping Turinabol without a plan isn’t just risky—it can lead to low testosterone, fatigue, depression, and rapid muscle loss.
Despite its reputation as a “mild” oral steroid, Turinabol suppresses natural testosterone production—just like any other exogenous androgen.
Even at 30–40 mg/day for 6–8 weeks, it signals your brain to stop producing LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone), which in turn shuts down testicular testosterone output [^1].
“Anabolic steroid-induced hypogonadism (ASIH) is no longer limited to elite athletes. I now see young gym-goers walking in with low energy, low libido, depression—and they don’t know why.”
— Dr. Michael C. Scally, MD ResearchGate Profile
Skipping PCT means staying in this suppressed state for months—or even permanently.
Bottom line: There is no such thing as a “safe solo Tbol cycle.” If you ran Turinabol, you need PCT.
To understand why PCT works, you need to understand how Turinabol breaks your hormonal system.
Turinabol disrupts the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Testicular Axis (HPTA):
When you introduce exogenous androgens like Turinabol, your brain detects high androgen levels and says: “We have enough. Stop making more.”
So it stops releasing GnRH → pituitary stops LH/FSH → testes shut down.
This process starts within days of beginning your cycle and becomes full suppression by Week 3–4 [^2].
And unlike what some online forums claim—yes, even oral-only cycles cause this.
Timing matters. Start too early, and you waste medication. Start too late, and you prolong recovery.
Turinabol has a short half-life (~6–8 hours). It clears your system quickly.
Begin PCT 72 hours after your final Turinabol tablet.
Example:
Starting earlier won’t help. Starting later delays LH/FSH signaling and increases crash risk.
💡 Tip: If you stacked Turinabol with long-ester injectables (e.g., Testosterone Enanthate), adjust PCT start time accordingly (usually 10–14 days post-injection).
Here’s the gold-standard PCT protocol based on clinical practice, user reports, and expert recommendations from Barbell Medicine, More Plates More Dates, and Dr. Thomas O’Connor.
| Week | Clomid (clomiphene) | Nolvadex (Tamoxifen) | Notes |
| 1–2 | 50 mg per day | 20 mg per day | Kickstart LH/FSH production. Take Clomid in the morning. |
| 3–4 | 25 mg per day | 10 mg per day | Taper down to prevent rebound suppression. Continue monitoring mood and energy. |
Optional Pre-PCT Boost: Use HCG (500 IU every 3rd day for 2–3 weeks pre-PCT) to keep testes active during downtime.
This combination leverages two SERMs (Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators):
Source: Protocols used by Simon Miller (More Plates More Dates) and discussed on The Anabolic Doc Podcast The Anabolic Doc
Let’s break down each drug so you know exactly what it does—and why it matters.
Clinical Note: Clomid is FDA-approved for female infertility but widely used off-label in male hormone recovery FDA Label
⚠️ Don’t use alone—less effective than Clomid for restarting testosterone PubMed Study
Expert Insight: “Using HCG pre-PCT can significantly speed up recovery.”
— Dr. Rand McClain, Chief Medical Officer at Live Cell Research Barbell Medicine Podcast
Your body will tell you whether PCT is successful—if you know what to look for.
Most users report feeling noticeably better by Week 3–4 of PCT.
If these persist, you may be dealing with persistent ASIH (Anabolic Steroid-Induced Hypogonadism)—a condition where the HPTA fails to recover naturally.
According to Dr. Scally’s research, up to 40% of recreational AAS users develop long-term hypogonadism requiring medical intervention Anabolic Steroid-Induced Hypogonadism – ResearchGate
Guessing doesn’t cut it. You need lab results.
Get tested at three key points:
| Test | Why it matters |
| Total Testosterone | Primary marker of recovery |
| Free Testosterone | Bioavailable T; more sensitive |
| LH & FSH | Show if pituitary is responding |
| Estradiol (E2) | Rule out estrogen imbalance |
| ALT/AST | Liver function post-orals |
| Lipid Panel (HDL/LDL) | Oral steroids lower HDL |
Where to Test: Use private labs like LetsGetChecked or MyMedLab if your doctor won’t order them.
Interpretation tip: If LH is high but testosterone remains low, that suggests primary testicular failure. If both LH and T are low, it’s central (pituitary) suppression.
Even experienced users make these errors—often leading to crashes.
| Mistake | Why it’s bad | How to fix |
| Skipping PCT entirely | Leads to prolonged low-T symptoms | Always run PCT |
| Starting PCT too late (>5 days post-last dose) | Delays recovery | Start exactly 3 days after |
| Using only one SERM (e.g., Clomid alone) | Less effective than combo | Use Clomid + Nolvadex |
| Overusing HCG | Can desensitize Leydig cells | Limit to pre-PCT taper |
| Ignoring blood work | Flying blind | Test before and after |
| Assuming “natural” supplements will restart T | Weak evidence for tribulus, ashwagandha | Rely on proven meds |
Quote:
“People think they can skip PCT because ‘Tbol isn’t strong.’ That’s how they end up needing TRT.”
— Greg Doucette YouTube – Greg Doucette
While nothing replaces Clomid or Nolvadex, certain supplements can aid recovery.
| Supplement | Benefit | Evidence level |
| Zinc + Vitamin D | Supports testosterone synthesis | ModerateNIH Study |
| Ashwagandha | May reduce cortisol, support LH | Limited human dataNCBI |
| Fish Oil (Omega-3) | Reduces inflammation, improves cholesterol | Strong |
| TUDCA / NAC | Liver support post-orals | Clinically supportedNIH – TUDCA |
❌ Avoid “PCT-in-a-bottle” products. Most contain ineffective doses of weak compounds.
Some men never fully recover natural testosterone production—especially after multiple cycles or poor PCT adherence.
Dr. Scally’s poster presentation outlines a step-by-step protocol to restore endogenous LH, FSH, and testosterone production in former AAS users ResearchGate – ASIH Protocol
TRT should not be stigmatized. For many, it’s the safest path forward.
Let’s hear what actual users say about Turinabol PCT.
“Ran 40 mg Tbol + 125 mg Test for 8 weeks. Did full PCT with Clomid 50→25 and Nolvadex 20→10. Felt tired Weeks 1–2, but by Week 4 I was back to normal. Blood work confirmed recovery.” – u/BulkModeActivated Reddit – r/steroids
“Skipped PCT once. Took 5 months to feel okay again. Never doing that again.” – u/FitnessGearedPro ThinkSteroids Forum
On Mind Pump Media, Sal Di Stefano said:
“PCT isn’t optional. It’s part of the cycle.”
— Mind Pump Show – Episode #887
Chase Irons notes:
“You wouldn’t skip warm-up before lifting. Don’t skip PCT after steroids.”
— Chase Irons YouTube
Yes. All exogenous androgens suppress HPTA. Always run PCT.
No. Tribulus, fenugreek, or ashwagandha cannot restart LH/FSH production at the required level.
Most men feel normal by Week 4–6 post-PCT. Full hormonal recovery may take 8–12 weeks.
Absolutely. Running Turinabol without a TRT-level Test base leads to immediate suppression and harder recovery.
No. HCG mimics LH but doesn’t stimulate the brain. Use HCG before PCT, not during.
Total T, Free T, LH, FSH, Estradiol, ALT/AST, Lipid Panel.
Not recommended. Back-to-back cycles increase risk of permanent hypogonadism.
Not immediately—but muscle retention depends on testosterone. Without it, you’ll gradually lose strength and size.
Turinabol delivers clean, lean gains. But every gain comes with a biological cost.
Your post-cycle therapy is not an afterthought—it’s part of the cycle.
To protect your health and preserve your progress:
And remember: Sustainable progress > short-term gains.
There’s no shame in needing help to recover. The strongest lifters aren’t those who push hardest—they’re the ones who respect their biology.
