Testosterone
propionate is a common oil-based
injectable testosterone. The added
propionate extends the activity of the
testosterone but it is still comparatively much faster acting than other
testosterone esters such as
cypionate and
enanthate. While
cypionate and
enanthate are injected weekly,
propionate is most commonly injected at least every third day to keep blood levels steady. For strength and muscle mass gains, this drug is quite effective. With
propionate, androgenic side effects seem somewhat less pronounced than with the other
testosterones, probably due to the fact that blood levels do not build up as high.
Users often report less gyno trouble, lower water retention and commonly claim to be harder on prop than with the others. This however is still a testosterone and, as with all testosterone products, androgenic side effects are unavoidable. It should also be noted that propionate is often a very painful injection. Users very regularly report swelling and noticeable pain for days after a shot.