Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate)
1,4-androstadiene-3-one-17β-ol undecylenate. Anabolic Androgenic Steroid (AAS), testosterone derivative.
This page describes what Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate) is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Anabolic Androgenic Steroid (AAS)
- Legal status
- Schedule 4 (South Africa) / Schedule III (USA) - Veterinary use
- Half-life
- 14 days
- Liver strain
- Low
- Kidney strain
- Low-Moderate
- Converts to estrogen
- Low (50% of testosterone)
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Yes
Medical uses
- Veterinary use (horses)
What it does in the body
Anabolic
- Steady lean muscle gain
- Increased strength
- Increased red blood cell production (significant)
- Increased appetite
- Enhanced endurance
- Increased vascularity
Androgenic
- Moderate androgenic activity
- Increased libido
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Injectable (Intramuscular) | 14 days | 4-5 months |
Side effects and health risks
Estrogenic
- Gynecomastia (low aromatization)
- Minimal water retention
Androgenic
- Acne
- Hair loss (moderate)
- Oily skin
Heart and blood vessels
- LDL increase
- HDL decrease
- Increased blood pressure
- Polycythemia (elevated red blood cells - significant risk)
- Increased hematocrit
Hormones and fertility
- Testosterone suppression
- Testicular atrophy
Mood and mind
- Anxiety (dose-dependent)
- Increased aggression (mild)
Unique
- Significant increase in red blood cells (requires blood donation)
- Very long detection time
Blood tests worth monitoring
From its known properties, these are the markers doctors commonly check. Getting blood work before, during and after is how problems are caught early.
- Androgens tend to lower HDL, raise LDL and thicken the blood: HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Hematocrit, Hemoglobin
- Shuts down natural production (PCT needed): Total Testosterone, LH, FSH
Related compounds
- Testosterone Cypionate
- Testosterone Enanthate
- Testosterone Propionate
- Deca-Durabolin (Nandrolone Decanoate)
- NPP (Nandrolone Phenylpropionate)
- Trenbolone Acetate
- Trenbolone Enanthate
- Masteron (Drostanolone Propionate)
Questions
What is the half-life of Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate)?
About 14 days. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate) detectable?
Testing windows of 4-5 months are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate) legal?
Schedule 4 (South Africa) / Schedule III (USA) - Veterinary use. Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate)?
Based on its properties, these markers are commonly monitored: HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Hematocrit, Hemoglobin, Total Testosterone, LH and FSH. A doctor can order and interpret them.
What are the side effects of Equipoise (Boldenone Undecylenate)?
Estrogenic: gynecomastia (low aromatization) and minimal water retention. Androgenic: acne, hair loss (moderate) and oily skin. Heart and blood vessels: ldl increase, hdl decrease and increased blood pressure.
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.