HCG

FDA Approved

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

Category
Sexual Health
Aliases
hCG, Pregnyl, Novarel
Administration
Subcutaneous injection, Intramuscular injection

Documented side effects

Tier 1 · Peer-reviewed / regulatory

Headache

A commonly reported mild side effect.

Mild water retention

A modest, temporary increase in fluid retention.

Injection site reactions

Mild redness, swelling, or discomfort at the site of injection.