contraindications: NordiStrazol is contraindicated in women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Not indicated for pre-menopausal women outside medically supervised oncology or fertility protocols. Individuals with severe hepatic impairment should not use anastrozole without formal medical evaluation, as hepatic clearance is reduced. Known hypersensitivity to anastrozole or any tablet excipient contraindicates use.
side_effects: Estradiol suppression below 15–20 pg/mL (verifiable by LC-MS/MS) may produce joint pain, reduced libido, mood disruption, and impaired glucose metabolism. Headache and hot flushes are reported in a minority of users at standard doses. Prolonged over-suppression of estradiol carries adverse implications for bone mineral density; PCT use is short-term and minimises this risk if dosed correctly.
monitoring: Serum estradiol monitoring via LC-MS/MS (not standard immunoassay) is the appropriate tool for tracking CYP19A1 inhibition during PCT. LH and FSH levels should be checked at PCT entry and at week 4 to assess hypothalamic-pituitary responsiveness. Total testosterone at PCT close confirms whether recovery is on trajectory.
pct_specific: Do not initiate NordiStrazol before androgen levels have begun their decline — introducing aromatase inhibition while androgens are still fully elevated offers no recovery advantage. Coordinate anastrozole scheduling with any planned SERM agent to manage the known pharmacokinetic interaction between these drug classes. PCT use of anastrozole is time-limited; this product is not intended for long-term continuous use.