Are you looking to drop a lot of water before an upcoming bodybuilding show? It’s a common practice, albeit one that can sometimes be dangerous. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the use of Aldactone, a compound used to draw water out of the body for cosmetic purposes. If you’re considering its use, this primer will help you to ascertain the effectiveness of this drug for meeting your needs. Q: First off, is Aldactone sold under any pharmaceutical name? A: Yes, you will want to search for Spironolactone. Q: What kind of dose would I use of Aldactone? A: This is an oral drug. You will likely use between 75 and 150 mg per day when trying to shed water. The tabs are available in 25, 50, 75, and 100 mg increments. You will pay between 25 ...

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One of the final stages of preparation before a bodybuilding physique contest is to remove subcutaneous water from just below the skin in the body. This in done through the use of saunas, water deprivation, and most commonly, diuretics. A diuretic is a supplement that forces the body to very quickly urinate several pounds of fluid from the body, usually within 2 to 5 hours. Diuretics are used to allow the bodybuilder to display muscle striations and veins usually hidden. Long-term or extreme use of diuretics can lead to organ failure or death. Caution should always be taken, and never without the supervision of a physician. Furosemide is a common potassium-sparing diuretic used by bodybuilders. One 40 mg pill usually results in a 5-pound fluid loss within 2 to 4 hours. Furosemide is marketed under a ...

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Q: I hear that I can use Nolvadex for reducing bloatedness and water. Is this true and how much if so? A: Yes, you can, and the best amount is between 10 and 20 mgs. But I would use Arimidex. Keep in mind that Nolvadex is a SERM – it selectively blocks estrogen at specific sites, as in breast tissue.  It is actually a weak estrogen itself, and will exhibit estrogenic properties at other sites like bones, liver, abdominal fat stores.  That means you may put on more fat in the abdomen than you would if you “reduced bloat” using another method – like diet, or cardio or a diuretic.

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