The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved hCG injections to treat specific medical conditions. In females assigned at birth (FAABs), they can help treat infertility. In males assigned at birth (MAABs), they can treat a type of hypogonadism.
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is sometimes called “the pregnancy hormone” because of its important role in maintaining pregnancy.
Pregnancy tests check hCG levels in the urine or blood to determine if a person is pregnant or not.
Read on to learn how it can be used for MAABs.
There are a variety of reasons why a doctor might prescribe hCG to a man.
To help address hypogonadism
In men, doctors prescribe hCG to help address the symptoms of hypogonadism, such as low testosterone and infertility. hCG can help the body increase its production of testosteroneand sperm, which can help reduce infertility.
To improve testosterone deficiency
Injections of hCG are also sometimes used as an alternative to testosterone products in MAABs with testosterone deficiency.
Testosterone deficiency is defined as testosterone blood levels less than 300 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL) along with symptoms of low testosterone. These include:
- fatigue
- stress
- a low sex drive
- depressed mood
According to the American Urological Association, hCG is appropriate for those MAABs with testosterone deficiency who also desire to maintain fertility.
Testosterone products boost levels of the hormone in the body but can have the side effects of shrinking the gonads, altering sexual function, and causing infertility.
hCG can help increase:
- gonad size
- testosterone levels
- fertility
Some doctors believe that using testosterone along with hCG may help improve symptoms of testosterone deficiency while preventing some of testosterone’s side effects.
To improve sexual function
hCG may also help improve sexual function in MAABs who don’t experience improvement while on testosterone.
To reverse steroid side effects
Bodybuilders who take anabolic steroids such as testosterone also sometimes use hCG to help prevent or reverse some of the side effects steroids cause, such as gonad shrinkage and infertility.
In men, hCG acts like luteinizing hormone (LH). LH stimulates Leydig cells in the testicles, which results in the production of testosterone.
LH also stimulates production of sperm within structures in the testicles called seminiferous tubules.
As hCG stimulates the testicles to produce testosterone and sperm, the testicles grow in size over time.
Reid (verified owner) –
Brought testicular size and libido back fast during cycle. Felt more natural and energized. A must for long cycles to stay balanced.
Roman (verified owner) –
Used HCG mid-cycle—boosted mood, energy, and testicular fullness. Helped keep natural production from shutting down. Worked great.
Weston (verified owner) –
Incredible for PCT. Combined with Clomid and Nolva, and I bounced back fast. No crash, libido returned quickly. Felt like myself again.
Brody (verified owner) –
Restored libido and testicle size within days. Felt more alive. Easy to dose, no harsh sides. Crucial for bridging into PCT.
Benjamin (verified owner) –
Brought testicles back mid-cycle and boosted libido fast. Felt more natural and energetic. Huge help during longer cycles.
William (verified owner) –
Used 500 IU twice a week—kept size, mood, and natural test strong. Zero crash into PCT. Absolute must-have for serious users.
Ethan (verified owner) –
Helped maintain fertility and natural hormone balance. No side effects. Great for bridging into a smoother recovery.
Finnegan (verified owner) –
Recovery was easier with HCG. Libido and energy bounced back faster. Combined it with Nolva for a solid PCT plan.
Reece (verified owner) –
Felt immediate boost in libido and testicle size. Used it near the end of cycle and had zero issues transitioning off gear.
Marshall (verified owner) –
Fast-acting and reliable. Improved mood, drive, and energy. A little pricey but worth every cent for recovery and balance.