PED Terminology Explained

Entering the PED arena often means encountering a myriad of abbreviations and acronyms. Though many might already be familiar to enthusiasts, newcomers or even seasoned individuals may find this comprehensive guide beneficial.

Categories of PEDs:

  • AAS: Refers to Anabolic Androgenic Steroids.
  • DB: Refers to a popular anabolic steroid.
  • D: Refers to another known steroid.
  • HRT: Hormone Replacement Therapy.
  • PED: Performance Enhancing Drug.
  • PH: A precursor to steroids.
  • TRT: Testosterone Replacement Therapy.

Dealing with Side Effects:

  • AI: A compound that inhibits the aromatase enzyme.
  • ARB: Medication primarily for high blood pressure.
  • BP: Blood Pressure.
  • BPH: A common male condition relating to the prostate.
  • Gyno: Refers to male breast tissue enlargement.
  • LVH: Heart condition due to muscle thickening.
  • NAC: An antioxidant and liver support supplement.
  • OCT: Supplements taken during the PED cycle.
  • OSA: Sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops.
  • P5P: An active form of Vitamin B6.

Post-Cycle Support:

  • B&C: Alternating between high and maintenance doses.
  • HCG: A hormone used post-cycle to restore natural testosterone production.
  • HPTA: Pertaining to the body's hormone production axis.
  • PCT: A regimen following PED use to restore natural hormone levels.
  • SERM: A class of drugs often used in PCT.

Administration & Dosage:

  • ED: Denotes daily administration.
  • EOD: Every other day.
  • EXD: Interval-based dosing, e.g., every three days.
  • IM: Refers to intramuscular injections.
  • IV: Denotes intravenous administration.
  • mg: Milligram.
  • mcg: Microgram.
  • ml: Milliliter.
  • Pin: To administer an injection.
  • PIP: Pain experienced post-injection.
  • Subq: Under the skin injection method.

Health Indicators & Hormones:

  • ALT: Liver health enzyme.
  • AST: Another enzyme indicating liver health.
  • BUN: Indicator of kidney function.
  • BW: Analysis of various blood markers.
  • CBC: Detailed blood test.
  • CRP: Marker of inflammation.
  • DHEA: A steroid hormone.
  • E2: Type of estrogen.
  • FSH: Hormone influencing reproduction.
  • HDL: 'Good' cholesterol.
  • LDL: 'Bad' cholesterol.
  • LH: Another hormone related to reproduction.
  • RBC: Cells that transport oxygen.
  • SHBG: Protein that binds to sex hormones.
  • TSH: Hormone affecting thyroid function.

Peptides:

  • AA: Building blocks of proteins.
  • GHRH: Hormone influencing growth hormone release.
  • GHRP: Another compound affecting growth hormone release.
  • GLP-1: Hormone affecting insulin secretion.
  • HGH: Refers to Human Growth Hormone.
  • IGF-1: Growth factor similar to insulin.

Research Chemicals & SARMs:

  • GHS: Compounds stimulating growth hormone release.
  • RC: Chemicals used primarily for research.
  • SARM: Compounds with potential anabolic properties.

Fat Reduction Agents:

  • BF%: Refers to the percentage of body fat.
  • FB: Supplements or compounds aiding in fat reduction.

This guide aims to elucidate the extensive abbreviations in the PED sphere. Always remember the importance of research and consultation with healthcare professionals when diving into this domain.