Description
Overview
Mimics luteinizing hormone, directly stimulating the testes to produce testosterone; used to prevent/reverse testicular atrophy.
Composition / Profile
- Active compound: hCG (Gonadotropin)
- Drug class: Gonadotropin (LH analog)
- Pack / dose (this listing): 5,000 iu / 1 vial
Format
- Lyophilized powder for injection after reconstitution
- Pack / dose: 5,000 iu / 1 vial
Dosage & Usage Patterns
- Bodybuilding (commonly cited): Commonly cited: ~250–500 IU EOD to 2–3× weekly on-cycle to maintain testicular size; or 1000–5000 IU before PCT (protocols vary widely).
- Clinical / general reference: Individual; typically low-dose on-cycle or before starting SERM-based PCT.
- Half-life: Variable (biological effect over ~2-3 days).
- Protocols vary by individual, compound stack, and bloodwork — figures above reflect community-reported patterns, not medical recommendations.
Effects
Reported benefits (commonly cited)
- Maintains testicular volume and responsiveness during suppression.
- Stimulates intra-testicular testosterone.
- Bridges to SERM-based PCT.
Reported side effects
- Estrogen rise (can worsen gyno), testicular sensitivity, acne, mood.
- Excessive use can desensitize the testes.
Key Interactions
- Raises testosterone and estradiol.
- Interacts with AI/SERM strategy.
Role in Post-Cycle Therapy
- Restores testicular responsiveness before/around PCT.
- Not a standalone full recovery on its own.
Precautions
- Overuse can desensitize Leydig cells, counterproductive to recovery.
- Reconstitution/sterility matters.
Common Misconception
Myth: ‘hCG is a full PCT.’
Evidence: it stimulates the testes but bypasses the pituitary restart SERMs drive; often used before SERM PCT, not instead.
Related Categories
- Browse more in Post Cycle Therapy (PCT) → hCG (Gonadotropin).
Storage
- Store lyophilized (unmixed) vials refrigerated or frozen, away from light
- Once reconstituted, most peptides are commonly stored refrigerated and used within a limited window
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