HCG 5000iu – Premixed Pen
£49.95
10 in stock
Key Functions & Benefits
- Mechanism of Action: HCG mimics luteinizing hormone (LH), prompting the Leydig cells in the testes to increase testosterone production, often used in conjunction with Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) to maintain testicular function.
- Medical Uses: FDA-approved to treat female infertility (ovulation induction) and male hypogonadism. It is also used to treat undescended testicles in young boys.
- Structure: It consists of a 92-amino acid (alpha )-subunit and a 145-amino acid (beta )-subunit.
- “HCG Diet” Controversy: While used in highly restricted diets, there is no evidence that HCG aids in weight loss, and the FDA warns against over-the-counter HCG products, stating they are unapproved and ineffective.
- Side Effects: Generally safe when used under medical supervision, but can cause headache, fatigue, or injection site reactions.
- Anti-inflammatory Potential: Recent studies suggest the (beta )-subunit of HCG has anti-inflammatory properties and could potentially treat sepsis, although further research is needed