HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin)
Human Menopausal Gonadotropin (FSH + LH). Peptide Hormone, gonadotropin.
This page describes what HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Peptide Hormone
- Legal status
- Prescription only
- Half-life
- 24-36 hours
- Liver strain
- None
- Kidney strain
- None
- Converts to estrogen
- Increases aromatization (indirect)
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- Female infertility
- Male infertility
- Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism
What it does in the body
Endocrine
- Stimulates FSH and LH receptors
- Restores spermatogenesis
- Restores testicular function
- Increases testosterone production
- Increases sperm count
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Injectable (Subcutaneous or Intramuscular) | 24-36 hours | Not tested |
Side effects and health risks
Estrogenic
- Gynecomastia
- Water retention
- Increased estrogen
Other
- Acne
- Mood swings
- Injection site reactions
Blood tests worth monitoring
From its known properties, these are the markers doctors commonly check. Getting blood work before, during and after is how problems are caught early.
- Aromatisation: Increases aromatization (indirect): Estradiol (E2)
- Affects blood sugar handling: Glucose (Fasting), HbA1c
Related compounds
Questions
What is the half-life of HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin)?
About 24-36 hours. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) detectable?
Testing windows of Not tested are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) legal?
Prescription only. Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin)?
Based on its properties, these markers are commonly monitored: Estradiol (E2), Glucose (Fasting) and HbA1c. A doctor can order and interpret them.
What are the side effects of HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin)?
Estrogenic: gynecomastia, water retention and increased estrogen. Other: acne, mood swings and injection site reactions.
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