Hyper Pharma Dianabol 20mg delivers 100 tablets of Methandrostenolone at a higher per-tablet dose, making it practical for experienced users running 40-60mg daily protocols without swallowing excessive numbers of tablets. Dianabol remains the most popular oral bulking steroid in the world, producing dramatic mass and strength gains within the first 2 weeks of use. This 20mg formulation allows a typical 40mg/day cycle to be managed with just two tablets per day.
How Dianabol Builds Mass
Dianabol (Methandrostenolone) has an anabolic rating of 210 and an androgenic rating of 60. It works through two primary mechanisms. First, it dramatically increases protein synthesis in skeletal muscle by binding to androgen receptors and upregulating nitrogen retention. Second, it enhances glycogenolysis, improving the body’s ability to use carbohydrates for energy and muscle glycogen storage. This glycogen loading is responsible for the rapid weight increase and intense muscle pumps experienced in the first 1-2 weeks.
The combination of protein synthesis elevation and glycogen supercompensation makes Dianabol one of the fastest-acting mass builders available orally. Users routinely report 5-10 kg of weight gain in 4-6 weeks, though approximately 30-40% of this is water and glycogen that drops when the compound is discontinued. Actual lean tissue retention is typically 3-5 kg from a well-structured cycle with proper nutrition.
Suggested Protocol
- Experienced users (standalone): 40-50mg/day (2-2.5 tablets) for 4-6 weeks
- As a kickstart with Test E: 40mg/day (2 tablets) for the first 4-6 weeks while Testosterone Enanthate builds to steady state
- Timing: split into two doses, morning and evening, to maintain stable blood levels given the 3-6 hour half-life
- Take with food to reduce gastrointestinal discomfort
- Maximum cycle length: 6 weeks. Dianabol is C17-alpha alkylated and stresses the liver
Essential Ancillaries
Dianabol aromatises heavily, producing significant oestrogen conversion. Running Dbol without oestrogen control is one of the most common beginner mistakes and leads to excessive water retention, blood pressure spikes, and gynecomastia risk. The following ancillaries should be purchased before starting:
- Aromatase inhibitor: Arimidex 0.5mg every other day, or Aromasin 12.5-25mg every other day
- Liver support: TUDCA 500mg/day throughout the Dianabol portion of the cycle. Do not consume alcohol during oral steroid use
- PCT: Nolvadex 40/40/20/20mg for 4 weeks. Begin the day after your last Dbol dose (standalone) or 14 days after last Test injection (stacked)
- Blood pressure monitor: check daily. If systolic consistently exceeds 140mmHg, consider reducing dose or adding a low-dose ACE inhibitor
Side Effect Profile
Dianabol’s primary management challenge is oestrogen control. Without an AI, water retention, blood pressure elevation, and gynecomastia risk all increase significantly. Liver enzyme elevations (ALT/AST) of 2-5x above normal range are expected during a 4-6 week oral cycle and typically normalise within 4-8 weeks after discontinuation. Hair loss risk is moderate and primarily affects genetically predisposed individuals. Testosterone suppression reaches 100% and is irreversible without PCT.
Key Facts
- Active ingredient: Methandrostenolone (Methandienone) 20mg per tablet
- Manufacturer: Hyper Pharma
- Tablets per pack: 100
- Anabolic / Androgenic: 210 / 60
- Half-life: 3-6 hours
- Aromatisation: high
- Liver toxicity: moderate-high (C17-aa)
- Detection time: 5-6 weeks
Read our complete Dianabol Guide for full stacking protocols, dose-response data, and the classic Test E + Dbol kickstart cycle. Also available: Dianabol 10mg for users who prefer lower per-tablet dosing. New to steroids? Start with our Beginner’s Guide.



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