Is HCG being discontinued?
Last updated on Apr 19, 2021. The HCG brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
How does HCG make you lose weight?
What Does hCG Do? Once injected, hCG communicates with the hypothalamus. This key area of the brain triggers the body’s release of reserve fat, which flows into the bloodstream to boost energy while suppressing appetite. As your body burns this stored fat, you begin to lose weight.
Why has HCG been banned?
Today, the FDA and Federal Trade Commission went after a bunch of companies that sell homeopathic human chorionic gonadotropin to help people lose weight. The regulators said the marketing of the products makes them “unnapproved new drugs.” That’s “illegal,” says the FDA, which is telling the companies to stop.
Will a doctor prescribe hCG?
HCG is FDA-approved for the treatment of select cases of female infertility and hormone treatment in men. FDA-approved HCG products are only available in injection-form and require a prescription from a licensed medical professional.
How long can I stay on hCG injections?
Even when you increase caloric intake, your body’s needs may require supplementation. Be patient. The maintenance phase that occurs after hCG injections stop can last up to nine months. After that time, your body’s metabolism should be completely reset and your weight should be easier to manage.
Is HCG approved by the FDA?
The FDA has approved HCG as a prescription drug for the treatment of female infertility and for other medical conditions. HCG is not approved for use without a prescription for any purpose. It is not approved for weight loss.
What is hCG injection for weight loss?
When injected to aid in weight loss, hCG signals the hypothalamus to begin releasing and burning the body’s stored fat deposits. These deposits, which your body saves to store energy, can develop as pockets of fat anywhere on your body.