HCG

HCG — frequently asked questions

• What is HCG?

  Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) is a hormone produced during pregnancy that mimics luteinizing hormone (LH), stimulating the testes to produce testosterone.

• What is the half-life of HCG?

  HCG has an approximate half-life of Approximately 24–36 hours. The half-life determines how often you need to inject to maintain steady blood levels — use the Peptides Calculator half-life calculator to plot your specific dosing schedule and see the decay curve.

• How is HCG administered?

  HCG is typically delivered via subcutaneous or intramuscular injection. The Peptides Calculator app helps you reconstitute the vial with bacteriostatic water, calculate your exact dose in syringe units, and track each injection.

• How does HCG work?

  Binds to LH receptors in the Leydig cells of the testes, triggering endogenous testosterone production.

• What are the researched benefits of HCG?

  Studied benefits of HCG include: Stimulates natural testosterone production, Prevents testicular atrophy, Supports fertility and spermatogenesis. These are research findings only — Peptides Calculator does not provide medical advice; consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any peptide protocol.

• What are the side effects of HCG?

  Reported side effects of HCG include: Gynecomastia (with high doses), Water retention, Mood swings or hormonal fluctuations. Always discuss potential side effects with a licensed healthcare provider before using any research peptide.