HCG
Also: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
LH-mimetic used for HPTA preservation on TRT, post-cycle therapy, and fertility induction.
HCG is the gold-standard tool for keeping the testes producing endogenous testosterone and sperm during exogenous TRT, and for restarting the HPTA after AAS cycles. In women, it triggers ovulation in fertility protocols. Bloodwork and clinician supervision are mandatory.
Glycoprotein hormone that mimics LH at the LH/CG receptor on Leydig cells (men) and corpus luteum (women), driving endogenous steroidogenesis.
- STRENGTH75%
- STRENGTH60%
Elevated estradiol and acne are common at therapeutic doses. Monitor E2, hematocrit, and testicular response.
- Hormone-sensitive cancer
- Pregnancy (unless prescribed)
- Precocious puberty
FDA-approved (Pregnyl, Novarel) for fertility and select endocrine indications. Off-label for HPTA preservation.