HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) is a hormone produced in women during pregnancy. It is an excellent choice of drug to increase the natural production of testosterone in the body after a complete steroid cycle. Similar to Clomid, Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is used by women who do not ovulate. It helps them ovulate as a fertility treatment.

Commercially used Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is humanly originated. It is obtained from pregnant women as pregnant women produce this hormone during the first few months of pregnancy.

Even though Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is mainly prescribed for women to help them get pregnant, it has some medical uses for men as well. Male testicles drop during puberty. Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is prescribed to teenagers who are having issues with their testicles dropping during puberty. It also helps men with low testosterone and increases the production of testosterone.

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin first came into manufacturing in 1920 and started being prescribed as a medication in the 1930s. This drug has been supported by thousands of trials, research, and clinical use over the decades. This is why Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is a well-trusted drug in the bodybuilding world.

HCG DOSE AND AVAILABILITY

Even though Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is a renowned drug, it is important to be aware of the recommended dose range so you do not overdose. The recommended dose of the drug ranges from 1500 IU to 10000 IU.

You can find Human Chorionic Gonadotropin in pharmaceutical grades. It is available as a power puck that needs to be mixed with sterile water. The general price ranges from £25 – £35 per box.

HCG FOR PCT

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin has been used by bodybuilders in Post Cycle Therapy for many years. It has gained the trust and solidified its place in the bodybuilding world as one of the most effective drugs to boost the production of natural testosterone in men.

After a cycle, the user may notice that the production of testosterone has been significantly slowed down or even completely shut down. This can be avoided by good Post Cycle Therapy. In fact, the main difference between users who keep their gains and users who lose everything is usually a good Post Cycle Therapy and the fact that they can quickly recover the natural production of testosterone.

As Human Chorionic Gonadotropin works by stimulating the Leydig cells present inside the male testes to start making testosterone again, it works as an excellent fertility drug and has the ability to efficiently increase the levels of testosterone in the body.

HCG DOSE TO RUN FOR PCT

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is usually injected two to three times per week for at least three weeks when Post Cycle Therapy is started. FDA-approved protocols involve the dose ranging from 500 IU to 1000 IU being injected three times a week for a three-week cycle.

Effective dose is different for different users. For most users, 1500 IU three times a week for three weeks is an optimal dose.

How to Inject Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is not injected like usual steroids are injected. It actually follows similar injection techniques as Human Growth Hormone and Insulin, as none of these hormones is a steroid. 

After you prepare your insulin pin by filling it up with the Human Chorionic Hormone, carefully grab some fat in your lower abdomen and inject the Human Chorionic Hormone into the fat under the skin. This procedure is referred to as subcutaneous injection.

Insulin pins used to inject the Human Chorionic Hormone are much smaller than the steroid injections and are extremely easy to use and painless to the body.

SIDE EFFECTS OF HCG

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is a very tolerable drug with minimal side effects. Not many people experience side effects from using Human Chorionic Gonadotropin. However, the mention of these slight side effects is important. You should be aware of these side effects that include; headache, irritability, restlessness, fatigue, depression, and gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is an unusual and non-cancerous enlargement of breasts in males.

To avoid these symptoms including gynecomastia and Human Chorionic, Gonadotropin is usually paired with Nolvadex to protect the users.

FAQ ON HCG

Listed down are some commonly asked questions to clarify any confusion left unanswered;

What is Human Chorionic Gonadotropin?

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is actually a naturally produced hormone found in pregnant women during the first few weeks of pregnancy and is obtained from them for clinical uses. It is used as a fertility drug and has been used since the 1930s to treat women who have hormonal issues and cannot ovulate or become pregnant. It is also used to increase testosterone production in the body.

In the realm of bodybuilding, it is used as a part of a bodybuilder’s Post Cycle Therapy. Post Cycle Therapy is referred to when users take a small course of some compounds to stimulate and regulate the natural production of their hormone system. Users usually need Post Cycle Therapy when their hormone system shuts down due to long term use of AAS (Anabolic Androgenic Steroids).

Can HCG Make You Gain Weight?

Gaining weight is not included in the list of the minute side effects of the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin. Users do not have to worry about gaining weight when using Human Chorionic Gonadotropin unlike when they use some steroid-based drugs.

Can HCG Help With Hair Loss?

Long term use of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids causes hair loss. This type of hair loss cannot be helped by the use of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin. Drugs like Finasteride and Pramipexole are usually used to help with hair loss caused by the use of androgens.

How Quickly Does HCG Work?

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin usually starts working straight away but it may take a couple of weeks for the result to be visible. In terms of recovery, a period of three to four weeks is recommended for Human Chorionic Gonadotropin to be effectively efficient.

Can Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Affect The Liver?

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin is listed as a compound that has no effects on the liver. Users are still recommended to regularly get their blood tests done either on cycle or off cycle.