Ultima-HCG 5000iu

Manufacturer: Ultima Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceutical name: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

Pack: 1 vial (5000iu)

HCG 5000iu is an injectable medication produced by Ultima Pharmaceuticals, containing Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) as its active ingredient. This hormone is generated during pregnancy by the developing placenta after conception and subsequently by the placental tissue known as syncytiotrophoblast. One of the applications of hCG is to reduce appetite and activate the body's fat utilization for energy. Additionally, hCG is employed to induce ovulation and address infertility in women, as well as to boost sperm production in men. Bodybuilders utilize it during steroid cycles and in post-cycle therapy to facilitate weight loss and enhance testosterone levels.

HCG is commonly used by bodybuilders and athletes at the conclusion of an anabolic-androgenic steroid cycle to prevent muscle tissue breakdown. It also plays a crucial role in restoring the testes to their normal function. After using anabolic steroids, an athlete’s testes may shrink, and hCG is effective in returning them to their usual size. When combined with a strictly low-calorie diet, athletes lose excess fat while preserving muscle mass. Women may also use hCG with a very low-calorie diet to eliminate unwanted fat.

The typical dosage of HCG during a cycle ranges from 500iu to 3000iu weekly (administered 1 to 3 times per week). More frequent injections help maintain stable blood levels, whereas a single large dose can heighten estrogen levels due to the aromatization of testosterone, potentially leading to gynecomastia. Some reports suggest that certain bodybuilders have used doses of 6000iu for 6 days; however, this poses risks and is contingent on individual characteristics. For post-cycle therapy, HCG should be administered in lower doses, approximately 250 – 500iu daily for 2 to 3 weeks, as this is sufficient to initiate the regeneration of testicular size. When commencing an hCG cycle, bodybuilders should adhere to it for a duration of 2 to 3 weeks, followed by at least one month off, and they should strictly follow this regimen. HCG can be combined with Clomid or Nolvadex during post-cycle therapy and continued thereafter once HCG is no longer utilized. It is also advisable to initiate an hCG cycle toward the end of a typical steroid regimen, ideally in the final week.

The most significant side effects associated with HCG may include severe pelvic pain, swelling of the extremities, abdominal pain and swelling, shortness of breath, weight gain, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Other common side effects can include headaches, feelings of restlessness or irritability, mild swelling or water weight gain, depression, breast tenderness or swelling, and pain, swelling, or irritation at the injection site. In boys, the medication can lead to early signs of puberty, such as a deepened voice, development of pubic hair, and increased acne or sweating.