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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    As promised semen analysis on test 100mg + HCG 500iu/2x + HMG 75iu/3x. We are planning for freezing embryos and IVF anyway since not ready for kids for at least 3+ years, and Dr said I am good to go to provide a fresh sample for embryo fertilization and also to freeze for future use. The only...
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    nipsgear at $28/75iu bottle based on suggestion by member here. It comes from India and is pharmaceutical grade and takes 1 month to arrive. Was concerned about the 100 degree heat during shipment where I live but doesn't seem to affect it as long as you put into fridge after mixing. Also Swiss...
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    I'm planning to drop the HMG 75iu/3x after I freeze my sperm due to cost. Any potential concerns with this?
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    yes, fortunately everything came back well within the normal range. The reason why we wanted to IVF is bc we are not ready to have kids yet, and are freezing our sperm and eggs for when we want kids in ~3 years. We are turning 34 at the end of this year so wanted freeze ASAP. I will be...
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    Came back very good! No issues and doctor said is good to go to freeze for IVF. I will continue my HCG 500iu/2x week + HMG 75iu/3x week
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    HCG + HMG only

    Too expensive at dosage needed for full LH replacement
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    HCG + HMG only

    Has anybody ever tried HCG + HMG only (dropping Testosterone) for fertility or other reasons? Curious to hear your experience both in terms of fertility results, overall feeling compared to being on testosterone.
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    What was your testosterone level at on T+HCG vs HCG monotherapy? I’m Currently on T+HCG+HMG and will consider HCG + HMG only if needed to improve semen quality—planning to freeze as well.
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    Of course. I am scheduled for tomorrow afternoon to take my first semen analysis after being on trt+hcg+hmg. If results are not good, I will try hcg monotherapy + hmg.
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    How long between changing protocols did you wait to take new test results? I’ve always wonder how long it takes sperm production/fertility to respond to new changes before re-testing
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    Curious what your experience on HCG monotherapy was like and why did you start and stop it?
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    How much testosterone and HCG were you previously taking before getting on HCG mono therapy at 1500iu/week? Curious to see a rough “equivalent” HCG conversion to testosterone dosage is.
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    Looking forward to it. I’m about to take my first semen analysis (currently on trt, HCG and HMG). I plan to consider HCG mono therapy + HMG if needed as I believe that should yield greater fertility benefits?
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    Empower vs Pregnyl HCG

    Have you ever done a semen analysis to see how much HCG monotherapy has improved semen quality?
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    Defy Medical: Pregnyl: CVS Specialty Pharmacy

    They carry brand name Pregnyl 10,000iu for $123 without insurance. Very similar To GoodRx price of $117 which they do not accept. BTW, my Walmart told me all HCG is back-ordered until mid-May at the earliest and I did not want to wait 3 weeks.
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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