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HCG

Hormones & Testosterone

HCG

Also known as Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Pregnyl, Novarel, Ovidrel, Choriomon

Strong human evidenceApproved medicineWADA prohibited

Price range: €62 through €120

Discussed for: Raise testosterone, keep fertility, post-cycle.

Sequence: not listed. Modified or non-standard residues are left out on purpose.

Effect strengthHow hard it acts on the body9/10
Proof levelHow well that is shown in humans9/10
Risk levelHow much can go wrong5/10

Editorial 1 to 10 estimates from published research, not measured values. How to read these

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01 / Identity

What it is

HCG is a glycoprotein hormone (not a small peptide). Main reported uses: raise testosterone, keep fertility, post-cycle. Current status: prescription drug (fertility, low T).

Molecule type
Glycoprotein hormone (not a small peptide)
How it is taken
Injection (SC/IM)
Other names
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Pregnyl, Novarel, Ovidrel, Choriomon

Route only. This library does not publish doses or protocols.

02 / Mechanism

How it is thought to work

Acts like LH directly on the testes, raising testosterone and sperm production

03 / Potential benefits

What people use it for

Raise testosterone, keep fertility, post-cycle

Strong human evidence

Large human trials exist. Effects are well described, at least for the approved use.

Listed uses are what people use it for, not proven outcomes.

04 / Known risks

Side effects and risks

Raised estrogen, breast tenderness, acne, mood changes

Risk level 5 of 10

Moderate risk score: real side effects are known, and long-term safety is not settled.

Unknown long-term effects count as a risk, not as a clean record.

05 / Regulatory

Regulatory status

Status
Approved medicine
Details
Prescription drug (fertility, low T)
Sport (WADA)
Yes: S2 (peptide hormones / GH factors) (men)

Status reflects information up to mid-2026 and changes over time. Check current sources.

06 / Evidence quality

How good is the evidence?

Strong

How we grade evidence

07 / Notes and sources

Notes and sources

  • Anyone using compounds like this regularly should have medical supervision and bloodwork (for example IGF-1, glucose and HbA1c, hormones, lipids).
  • Source: Peptide Reference Table, an editorial review of published research up to mid-2026. Scores are 1 to 10 editorial estimates, not measured values. Regulatory and WADA status change over time.

Educational information only. Not medical advice. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before using any compound.

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