Anastrozole is an aromatase inhibitor — a medication that reduces the conversion of testosterone to estradiol (a form of estrogen). At Maximus, it's prescribed as an add-on to specific testosterone protocols when clinically necessary, most often to manage elevated estradiol levels during the Enclomiphene Protocol or to support combination protocols that include hCG.
Anastrozole is not available as a standalone purchase — it's only prescribed alongside an active Maximus testosterone protocol when your clinician determines it's appropriate.
When Anastrozole may be prescribed
Your clinician may add Anastrozole to your plan if:
Your estradiol levels rise above the clinically appropriate range while on Enclomiphene
You're on a combination protocol that includes hCG (which can increase estradiol)
Lab work indicates the need to manage estrogen during testosterone optimization
The decision to add Anastrozole is based on your labs, your protocol, and your individual response. It's not part of a standard prescription for every client.
Typical dosing
The standard Maximus Anastrozole dose is 0.5mg (half a tablet) twice per week, typically on Monday and Friday.
Always follow your clinician's specific instructions — dosing may be adjusted based on your labs and response.
Cost
Anastrozole is $49.99 per month, added to your existing subscription.
How to add Anastrozole to your plan
Contact Maximus support to submit a request to the clinical team
The clinical team reviews your most recent labs
If approved, Anastrozole is added to your subscription
You can also message your clinician directly through your Maximus dashboard to discuss whether Anastrozole is appropriate for you.
Refills
Anastrozole prescriptions are typically issued as a 90-day supply with scheduled release dates. If you received a 90-day supply with your last order, the pharmacy will not fill the next supply until the scheduled release date. Once that date arrives, the prescription is processed automatically and shipped — no action required on your part.
Refills may require updated lab work as requested by your clinician.
Side effects and safety
Like any medication, Anastrozole can cause side effects. At the doses typically prescribed in Maximus protocols, side effects are usually mild. Your clinician will discuss what to expect and what to watch for based on your specific dose and protocol.
If you notice new or unexpected symptoms after starting Anastrozole, message your clinician through your Maximus dashboard.
How Anastrozole ships
Anastrozole is fulfilled through a Maximus partner pharmacy and shipped directly to your verified address. For details on how compounding pharmacies work, see Compounding Pharmacies at Maximus.
Maximus does not offer pickup of Anastrozole prescriptions from local pharmacies — all prescriptions are fulfilled through our partner pharmacies and shipped directly.
Common questions
Why isn't Anastrozole available as a standalone purchase? Anastrozole is prescribed to manage specific clinical situations during testosterone optimization. It requires an active Maximus testosterone protocol and clinician review of your labs before it can be added.
My Anastrozole isn't shipping — what's going on? First, confirm Anastrozole has been officially added to your subscription. Prescriptions don't fulfill until the subscription update is complete. If the subscription shows Anastrozole and you're still not seeing a shipment, contact support.
Can I stop taking Anastrozole? If you want to discontinue Anastrozole, message your clinician first. Stopping abruptly without clinical guidance may affect your estradiol levels. You can also manage your subscription through your Maximus dashboard settings.
Can I get Anastrozole sent to a different pharmacy? No. Anastrozole prescriptions are fulfilled exclusively through our partner pharmacies and shipped directly to you.