DHB (Dihydroboldenone)
Also known as DHB, 1-Testosterone, Dihydroboldenone Cypionate
A strong, non-aromatizing injectable with a reputation for dry strength gains and very painful injections.
Anabolic steroid — not a peptide
This compound is an anabolic steroid, not a research peptide. It has a different risk profile, legal status, and side-effect spectrum. The information here is for education only and is not medical advice or a recommendation to use. Read the medical disclaimer.
How it's taken (route)
a deeper shot into a muscle, usually the glute, thigh, or shoulder
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- Documented dose
- 100–200 mg
- Typical frequency
- Twice per week
- Cycle
- 10 weeks on, 10 off
- Half-life
- Roughly 6-8 days (cypionate ester)
- Common vial sizes
- 100 mg
- Regulatory status
- Controlled anabolic steroid (Schedule III in the US). Not approved for human use.
Dose on a U-100 syringe
This dose is too large to draw in one standard U-100 insulin syringe at common mixes. It is typically drawn from a larger vial, mixed at a higher concentration, or split into more than one injection. Run your own vial through the reconstitution calculator.
What it does
DHB (1-testosterone cypionate) is reported to give strength and lean mass comparable to trenbolone without the mental side effects. Its defining downside is post-injection pain, which for many people is severe enough to end the cycle. Lethargy is also commonly reported.
Mechanism
Reduced form of boldenone with high anabolic and moderate androgenic activity. Does not aromatize, so no estrogen conversion from the compound itself.
Storage — lyophilisedwhat's this?
Oil solution: room temperature, away from light.
Storage — reconstitutedwhat's this?
Keep the vial clean and use within the labelled shelf life.
Reconstitution noteswhat's this?
Ready to inject. Notorious for post-injection pain - smaller volumes, deeper IM sites and gentle heat afterwards help.
Commonly reported side effects
- Severe post-injection pain and swelling
- Lethargy
- Lower HDL cholesterol
- Blood pressure increase
- Suppression of natural production
Contraindications noted
- Low pain tolerance or injection anxiety
- Cardiovascular disease
- Uncontrolled hypertension
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Under 21 years of age
Research notes
No human clinical data. Entirely anecdotal dosing. Always run alongside testosterone since it does not aromatize.
Vendors carrying DHB (Dihydroboldenone)
These research suppliers list this compound. Prices, vial sizes and testing vary — always check the current lot certificate before you buy.
Peptide Streak does not sell peptides and is not affiliated with these vendors. Some list metabolic compounds under coded product names.