Ultima-HCG 5000IU

CLASSIFICATION Glycoprotein hormones, alpha polypeptide
DOSAGE 500-3000IU 1-3 times/week
ACNE Possible
WATER RETENTION No
HBR No
HEPATOTOXICITY No
AROMATIZATION No
MANUFACTURER Ultima Pharmaceuticals - US
WAREHOUSE USA Warehouse 5
SUBSTANCE Human Chorionic Gonadotropin ,

HCG 5000iu is an injectable medication produced by Ultima Pharmaceuticals, containing Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) as its active ingredient. This hormone is naturally produced during pregnancy by the developing placenta after conception and later by the syncytiotrophoblast, a part of the placenta. One of the applications of hCG is to suppress appetite and encourage the body to utilize fat as its primary energy source. Additionally, it is used to induce ovulation, treat infertility in women, and enhance sperm production in men. Bodybuilders often incorporate hCG into steroid cycles and post-cycle therapy to optimize gains and elevate testosterone levels.

Among bodybuilders and athletes, hCG is used at the conclusion of a steroid cycle to prevent muscle breakdown and to help restore normal testicular function. After an extended period of anabolic steroid use, an athlete's testes may shrink, and hCG can effectively help return them to their regular size. When combined with a very low-calorie diet, athletes can shed excess fat while preserving muscle mass. Women may similarly use hCG with a low-calorie diet for fat loss.

Typically, the dosing of hCG during a cycle ranges from 500iu to 3000iu per week (administered 1-3 times weekly). More frequent injections tend to stabilize blood levels, while a single high dose can lead to increased estrogen levels due to the conversion of testosterone, potentially resulting in gynecomastia. Some bodybuilders have reported using 6000iu for six days, though this approach carries risks and depends on individual characteristics. For post-cycle therapy, lower dosages of about 250–500iu daily for 2 to 3 weeks are recommended to initiate the reversal of testicular atrophy. When starting an hCG cycle, bodybuilders should maintain it for a duration of 2 to 3 weeks, followed by at least a month off, and can combine hCG with Clomid or Nolvadex during post-cycle therapy.

The most severe side effects associated with hCG use include significant pelvic pain, swelling in the extremities, abdominal pain and swelling, difficulty breathing, weight gain, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Commonly experienced side effects include headaches, restlessness or irritability, mild swelling or water retention, depression, breast tenderness or swelling, and localized pain or swelling at the injection site. In boys, hCG can trigger early signs of puberty, such as a deeper voice, growth of pubic hair, and increased acne or perspiration.