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Why is standard protocol 200mg a week over two shots and .5mg dex 2x a week? Isn't this already an archaic model?

AlphaMD's Answer

Yes. It is.

I don’t really know why that became the standard because there are no textbooks or studies that state it has to be, or even suggest it as a starting point.

Most men do well on weekly doses well below 200mg/wk. Some require more. Most men don’t seem to need an AI. Some do.

I’m guessing it became “standard” due to some lazy medical providers not wanting to put much thought or effort into each patient they see.

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