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/HCG
Peptide

HCG

Hormonal Peptide for Fertility and Testosterone Support

/HALF_LIFE
Approximately 24–36 hours
/DELIVERY
Subcutaneous or intramuscular injection

/WHAT_IT_IS

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) is a hormone produced during pregnancy that mimics luteinizing hormone (LH), stimulating the testes to produce testosterone.

/USAGE

Used in research related to fertility, testosterone preservation during anabolic cycles, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

/MECHANISM_OF_ACTION

Binds to LH receptors in the Leydig cells of the testes, triggering endogenous testosterone production.

Reported Benefits

  • +Stimulates natural testosterone production
  • +Prevents testicular atrophy
  • +Supports fertility and spermatogenesis

Reported Side Effects

  • Gynecomastia (with high doses)
  • Water retention
  • Mood swings or hormonal fluctuations

/STACKED_WITH

ClomidTamoxifenTestosterone (TRT)

/RESEARCH_NOTES

Frequently used in PCT (post-cycle therapy) and TRT regimens to maintain or restore natural testosterone levels.

/REFERENCE

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4008604/

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Last reviewed: 2026-06-04 · Reference only. Not medical advice. Consult a qualified physician.