HCG

Where can I get HCG now?

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I'm at my wits end trying to refill my HCG. I have a prescription from my local GP. He used to send the prescription to Empower but, as we all know, they no longer sell it. Here's what I've tried so far: Local Walmart pharmacy: Insists that...
500 IU of hCG Twice Per Week Used Alone in Men with Low Testosterone and ED- Study Results
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The study titled "Efficacy of 500 IU HP-hCG in the Management of Testosterone Deficient Secondary Male Hypogonadism," conducted by researchers at Chirayu Medical College and Hospital in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness...

Injecting Testosterone and HCG in same syringe

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Maybe I'm overthinking this, but my current protocol calls for three days a week injections of testosterone and HCG (on same day). I've been injecting both separately sub q. How can I most easily combine them into one syringe to cut down on the...
Combined low-dose hCG, FSH , and T vs conventional treatment to induce virilization and fertility
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Introduction Two primary functions of mature male testis are spermatogenesis and androgen production. Both these functions are under the control of the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular (HPT) axis. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) secreted...
Is fertility-sparing exogenous T therapy a real thing?
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https://academic.oup.com/jsm/article-abstract/21/7/582/7699977 It is 2024. Direct-to-consumer testosterone replacement therapy advertisements on social media are pervasive. Academic and private practice men’s health centers are abundant. At...
EXTENDED-RELEASE FORMULATIONS OF HUMAN CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN (HCG)
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I. BACKGROUND Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced by the syncytiotrophoblast cells of the human placenta and gonads. hCG interacts with the luteinizing hormone/choriogonadotropin receptor (LHCGR) (also known as...
Hormonal Treatment for Male Infertility: On -label and Off- label
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12:12-21:46 Here is a summary of the "UROwebinar: Male infertility An updated work up" by the European School of Urology in 10 bullet points: Introduction to Webinar: The webinar, led by Mary Dinkan, covers the latest advancements in...
The FDA Ended Your Access to More Economical hCG and FSH
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UPDATE ON DECEMBER 1, 2021: The FDA has just made it a lot more difficult for couples seeking fertility to start a family. They have shut down the only affordable access to fertility hormones made by compounding pharmacies for over 40 years ...

Evaluating the Combination of hCG + Clomid in Treatment of Male Hypogonadism

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Background: In this study, we evaluated MHH patients who wished to preserve fertility, assessing the efficacy of a short course (12 months) of a combined hCG +clomiphene citrate. Materials and Methods: The cross-sectional study included 19...
Study: hCG Increases Sex Drive and Improves ED in Men
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Understanding Testosterone Deficiency (TD) Testosterone deficiency (TD) is a condition characterized by insufficient testosterone production by the gonads. Regular morning testosterone (T) readings below 300 ng/dl are indicative of TD. Symptoms...

Optum Specialty Pharmacy for HCG

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I've seen a number of threads about sourcing HCG now that (hopefully only temporarily) compounding pharmacies like Empower are prohibited from manufacturing it. I just wanted to share my recent experience getting it through Optum Specialty...
No Prescription HCG
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I know this has been covered but something this simple has become very complicated for me. I cannot get a prescription for HCG and just want to know a place to buy it that is reliable. So india, canada, mexico wherever as long as they ship to...
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038

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