HCG 5000 IU by Dragon Pharma
What Is HCG 5000 IU?
HCG 5000 IU is Dragon Pharma human chorionic gonadotropin in the larger kit size - double the dose of the 2500 version, with the same lyophilized kit format and solvent.
The purpose is identical: HCG mimics LH and keeps the testes producing during suppressive cycles, so PCT has a healthy baseline to restart from. The 5,000 IU kit is the economical choice for longer cycles - at the modern 250 IU twice-a-week protocol it covers about ten weeks of maintenance.
HCG 5000 IU Dosage
Same low-dose protocol as any HCG kit - the 5000 IU size is about convenience, not bigger doses.
| Protocol | Dose | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| On-cycle maintenance Standard | 250 IU | 2x per week |
| Pre-PCT blast | 500 IU | EOD for 1-2 weeks |
Reconstitution
Reconstituting 5,000 IU with 5 mL gives 1,000 IU per mL - a quarter mL is 250 IU. One kit lasts about 10 weeks of maintenance dosing.
HCG 5000 IU Stacks
HCG protects recovery potential during the cycle. Partners from the same Dragon Pharma line:
| Used with | Why |
|---|---|
| Deca 300 / Enanthate 250 | Long cycles where testes shut down |
| Clomid + Nolvadex | PCT after HCG maintenance |
| HCG 2500 IU | Smaller kit for shorter cycles |
HCG 5000 IU Side Effects
Well tolerated at low doses; the side profile belongs to overdosing, not to HCG itself.
- Estrogen - HCG raises testosterone, which aromatizes; AI stays in the stack.
- Desensitization - avoid high-dose blasts; 250 IU keeps the testes responsive.
- Handling - reconstitute with the supplied solvent, refrigerate, use within the window.
- Bloodwork - estradiol check mid-cycle keeps the whole system honest.
This page is a product reference for research purposes. It does not replace medical advice, bloodwork review or local laws.
What is HCG 5000 IU?
HCG 5000 IU is Dragon Pharma human chorionic gonadotropin in the larger kit - 5,000 IU lyophilized with solvent, the same hormone as the 2500 kit at double the total dose.
HCG 2500 or HCG 5000 - which should I buy?
Same hormone and same protocol. The 5000 IU kit lasts about twice as long - roughly 10 weeks at the standard 250 IU twice a week - so longer cycles need one kit instead of two.
What is HCG used for in bodybuilding?
It keeps the testes active during suppressive cycles, preventing shrinkage and making PCT recovery easier. It mimics LH and maintains natural testosterone production potential.
How much HCG should I take?
250 IU twice a week is the modern maintenance standard. Reconstituting 5,000 IU with 5 mL gives 1,000 IU per mL - a quarter mL is 250 IU. A short 500 IU EOD run can precede PCT.
Why use HCG before PCT?
A brief pre-PCT run wakes the testes up so SERMs such as Clomid and Nolvadex restart natural testosterone from a healthy baseline instead of from full shutdown.
Does HCG have side effects?
At low doses it is well tolerated. Overdosing raises estrogen, causes water retention and can desensitize the testes - the reasons the low-dose protocol exists.
How do I reconstitute HCG 5000?
The kit includes solvent. Mix it into the HCG vial, swirl - never shake - and refrigerate. Use within the recommended window after reconstitution.
Is Dragon Pharma HCG legit?
Dragon Pharma products are manufactured under controlled conditions and third-party lab tested per batch. Check the batch number on your pack against the published lab report.