What Is Intex-T3?
An oral steroid, Intex T-3, aka Cytomel, is a synthetic thyroid hormone often used by bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts for rapid weight loss. T3, also scientifically known as liothyronine sodium, is basically a man-made version of the T3 hormone produced by the thyroid gland, and the medication aids in the fast shedding of stubborn fat while retaining lean muscle mass.
Intex – T3 comes in a packet of 100 tablets, with 25 mcg of liothyronine sodium in each tablet. It has to be taken orally.
Uses
Bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts use the medication for the following benefits:
- Rapid fat loss
- Higher metabolic rate
- Central nervous system stimulation
- Enhanced physical performance
- Lean muscle maintenance
- Improved cognitive function
Dosage
In general, the following dosage is recommended to users:
For men:
- Beginners can start the cycle with a dosage of 50 mg per day
- As days pass, one can increase the dosage by 25 mg per week until the desired dose is achieved
- Maximum dosage is 100 mg, and it should not be crossed
For women (lower dosage required in comparison to men)
- Beginners can start with 25 mg
- With passing time, the dosage can be increased by 12.5 mg per week until the desired dose is reached
- Maximum dosage is limited to 100 mg
However, the above-mentioned dosage might not yield the same result in every person. So, it is better to consult the doctor in the first step. Tell the physician about your desired goals so that he can take your age, body composition, medical history, and other factors into account to determine the required dosage. The prescription should have the dosage and the cycle duration mentioned.
The medicine has to be taken orally, so swallow one tablet a day with water. Do not chew or crush the tablet, for the efficacy might be reduced. In case you have missed a dose, do not even consider taking two tablets at the same time. Ask the doctor what you ought to do in this situation.
Side Effects
There are a few common side effects that you are going to experience once you start a cycle of Intex T-3.
In both men and women:
- Headache
- Nervousness
- Mood swings
- Insomnia
- Diarrhea
- Hot flushes
- Rashes
- Nausea
- Throat tightness
- Swollen lymph nodes
In women:
Severe side effects:
- Racing heart, indicating heart attack
- Fainting often
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
While the generic side effects are normal, they are supposed to fade once your body acclimatizes to the steroid. But if the symptoms are persisting, inform your doctor right away. Also, if you see any of the severe symptoms, ask someone to take you to emergency care right away. Ignoring the severe side effects might turn fatal.
Drug Interactions
The component of liothyronine sodium is known to react with a few medications:
- Medicine for lowering cholesterol
- Birth control pills
- Opioids
- Corticosteroids
- Epilepsy medication
- Blood thinners
- Antidepressants
There can be other medications as well that could react to Intex T-3. Better be safe than sorry, so tell your doctor about your current medications and also your past medical history. This way, the doctor knows if you are fit to take Intex T-3 and would not suffer from any drug interactions.
Precautions
First and foremost, adhere to the prescribed dosage and the cycle duration. Under no circumstances should you make changes to the prescription yourself. Drug overdose can be fatal, so do not attempt to do anything on your own.
Also, tell the doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, diabetic, are/have been a cancer patient, have osteoporosis, etc. Basically, the doctor should know every detail of your medical history. In such cases, individuals are advised to stay away from the drug.
Storage
Be mindful of keeping the tablets in a place that is away from direct sunlight or comes in no contact with moisture. No child or pet should be able to reach the tablets. Ideally, the storage temperature is 20°C-25°C. Keep the tablets sealed.
