HCG

Also Known As: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Choriogonadotropin alfa, hCG, HCG hormone, Pregnyl, Novarel, Profasi, Ovidrel, Choragon, Choriomon, Luteinizing hormone analog, LH analog, hCG injection, Gonadotropin fertility drug, Testosterone support peptide, hCG for TRT, pregnyl

HCG is a research-grade Glycoprotein gonadotropin hormone targeting LH/hCG receptor studied in Sexual Health & Hormones research. It is supplied strictly for in vitro laboratory research use only - not for human or animal consumption, and not FDA-approved.

Evidence Tier: Approved Drug - FDA and/or EMA approved with robust human trial data.

An approved fertility and testosterone-support hormone; prohibited in males in sport.

At A Glance

HCG Key Research Facts
CategorySexual Health & Hormones
Compound ClassGlycoprotein gonadotropin hormone (recombinant/extracted); LH analog
Molecular TargetLH/hCG receptor (LHCGR) on Leydig cells (testes) and granulosa/luteal cells (ovary); stimulates testosterone and progesterone synthesis
Molecular Weight36700 Da
Amino Acid Sequencealpha/beta heterodimer glycoprotein
CAS Number9002-61-3
Half-Life~24-36 hours
WADA Statusprohibited_males
Evidence TierApproved Drug

Mechanism Of Action

It perfectly mimics a natural messenger hormone (LH). When it hits the reproductive organs, it tricks them into staying active and producing testosterone and sperm naturally.

Studied For

  • Male hypogonadism
  • Fertility treatment
  • TRT support / testicular maintenance
  • Ovulation induction (women)
  • Testosterone production stimulation
  • Spermatogenesis support
  • Cryptorchidism (undescended testes)
  • Luteal phase support
  • IVF / ART ovulation trigger
  • LH substitute therapy
  • Testicular atrophy prevention on TRT
  • Leydig cell stimulation
  • Delayed puberty research
  • Pituitary LH deficiency models
  • Testosterone deficiency without LH elevation
  • testosterone production
  • fertility
  • PCT
  • post cycle therapy
  • weight loss
  • cryptorchidism

Reported Research Findings

Established human use for ovulation triggering and for restoring testosterone and spermatogenesis. The hCG diet weight-loss claim is not supported.

Safety And Handling Notes

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, multiple gestation, injection-site reactions, gynecomastia and edema in men.

Contraindicated in hormone-dependent tumors and precocious puberty. WADA-prohibited in males because it raises endogenous testosterone.

Regulatory Status

FDA/EMA-approved Rx; WADA-prohibited in males.

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HCG

Also Known As: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Choriogonadotropin alfa, hCG, HCG hormone, Pregnyl, Novarel, Profasi, Ovidrel, Choragon, Choriomon, Luteinizing hormone analog, LH analog, hCG injection, Gonadotropin fertility drug, Testosterone support peptide, hCG for TRT, pregnyl

Approved DrugSexual Health & Hormones

Explain Like I'm 5

  • HCG acts like a master key that turns on the body's natural hormone factories. For men, it tells the body to keep producing its own testosterone and keeps fertility high, even if they are taking other hormones.

An approved fertility and testosterone-support hormone; prohibited in males in sport.

Identity & Classification
HCG Key Research Facts
ClassGlycoprotein gonadotropin hormone (recombinant/extracted); LH analog
Molecular TargetLH/hCG receptor (LHCGR) on Leydig cells (testes) and granulosa/luteal cells (ovary); stimulates testosterone and progesterone synthesis
CategorySexual Health & Hormones
Molecular Weight36700 Da
Amino Acid Sequencealpha/beta heterodimer glycoprotein
CAS Number9002-61-3
Parent CompoundPlacental gonadotropin
Research Metrics at a Glance
40,976
PubMed Citations
321
Clinical Trials
321 Active

Related Compounds

Research Use Only. Not For Human Or Veterinary Use. Information Provided For Laboratory Research Purposes Only.

Research Reference Only — Not Medical Advice. For In Vitro Laboratory Use Only.
Typical Dose250–1000 IU (male fertility/HPG axis research); 500–2000 IU (luteal phase support)
Frequency3× per week (HPG maintenance); every 3–5 days (fertility research)
Cycle On8–12 weeks HPG research; per-cycle (fertility)
Cycle Off4+ weeks
Route(s)
SubcutaneousIntramuscular
Research Notes

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin. LH mimetic. Male research: 250–500 IU 3×/week maintains testicular function. Higher doses (1000–2000 IU 3×/week) for testicular recovery research. Aromatization to estrogen increases at higher doses — relevant for research modeling.

Sequence Motif Viewer

33 Residues
ALPHA/BETAHETERODIMERGLYCOPROTEIN
BasicAcidicPolarNon-PolarAromaticSpecial
CompoundCompoundTargetReceptor / TargetIt perfectly mimics ...Downstream PathwayResearch EffectStudied Effect

HCG Frequently Asked Questions

What Is HCG?

An approved fertility and testosterone-support hormone; prohibited in males in sport.

How Does HCG Work?

It perfectly mimics a natural messenger hormone (LH). When it hits the reproductive organs, it tricks them into staying active and producing testosterone and sperm naturally.

What Has HCG Been Studied For?

In the referenced literature, HCG has been studied for Male hypogonadism, Fertility treatment, TRT support / testicular maintenance, Ovulation induction (women), Testosterone production stimulation, Spermatogenesis support, Cryptorchidism (undescended testes), Luteal phase support, IVF / ART ovulation trigger, LH substitute therapy, Testicular atrophy prevention on TRT, Leydig cell stimulation, Delayed puberty research, Pituitary LH deficiency models, Testosterone deficiency without LH elevation, testosterone production, fertility, PCT, post cycle therapy, weight loss, cryptorchidism. This summarizes research focus only and is not a claim of efficacy.

What Is The Reported Half-Life Of HCG?

HCG has a reported half-life of ~24-36 hours in the referenced literature.

Is HCG Approved For Human Use?

No. HCG is supplied strictly for in vitro laboratory research use only. It is not intended for human or animal consumption, ingestion, or injection, and it has not been evaluated by the FDA.

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