PCT & Support·Intermediate·6 weeks

Post-Cycle Therapy — 3-SERM

Nolvadex + Clomid + HCG — standard HPTA recovery protocol.

Overview

Standard post-cycle SERM combination for HPTA restoration after a suppressive cycle. Tamoxifen + Clomiphene combined provides superior LH/FSH rebound in the published literature vs either alone. HCG bridge run for 2 weeks before SERM PCT begins maintains testicular volume and Leydig-cell responsiveness — dramatically improving recovery speed vs SERM-only protocols.

Who it's for

  • 01Researchers finishing any suppressive cycle
  • 02Test-only, test + oral, test + second injectable stacks
  • 03NOT for 19-nor-heavy cycles (extended timeline required)

What's inside — 3 compounds

HCG bridge — testicular volume
HCG 5000IU

5000 IU

$47.00

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Dose
1500 IU
Frequency
2× weekly
Weeks
1-2
Category
peptides

Pre-PCT only — 1500 IU 2× weekly for 2 weeks, then stop. Do NOT run HCG with SERMs.

Primary SERM
Nolvadex

50 × 20mg

$40.00

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Dose
20 mg
Frequency
Daily
Weeks
3-6
Category
orals

Week 3–4: 40 mg. Week 5–6: 20 mg. Taper reduces rebound estrogen.

Secondary SERM — LH/FSH stimulation
Clomid

50 × 25mg

$40.00

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Dose
50 mg
Frequency
Daily
Weeks
3-6
Category
orals

Week 3–4: 50 mg. Week 5–6: 25 mg. Mood-suppression side effects common.

Weekly Protocol

Weeks 1–2: HCG bridge only (no SERMs yet — HCG needs fresh testosterone to hold volume, SERMs interfere). Weeks 3–6: SERMs only (HCG stopped). Weeks 7+: off everything, run post-PCT bloodwork 4 weeks later.

CompoundDoseFrequencyWeeks
HCG 5000IU1500 IU2× weekly1-2
Nolvadex20 mgDaily3-6
Clomid50 mgDaily3-6

Expected Outcomes

  • LH/FSH rebound within 3–4 weeks
  • Endogenous T production resuming within 4–6 weeks
  • Libido and sense of well-being restored by week 6
  • Confirmed with post-PCT bloodwork 4 weeks after last SERM dose

Safety & Warnings

  • Do NOT stack HCG with SERMs — they work against each other.
  • Clomid can cause vision disturbances (floaters, blurred vision) and mood suppression. Drop if severe.
  • PCT is the most important part of a cycle. Skipping it is the fastest path to permanent HPTA damage.
  • Not adequate for 19-nor cycles (Deca, Tren) — those need extended timelines and sometimes cabergoline.

Frequently Asked

How long after cycle do I wait?

Short-ester: 3 days after last injection. Medium (Test E/C): 2 weeks. Long (Deca, EQ): 3 weeks. HCG bridge can start during the wait.

Can I skip HCG?

You can, but testicular atrophy recovery takes longer. For cycles under 10 weeks, HCG may be optional. For longer, strongly recommended.

Research disclaimer

All stack suggestions reflect the published literature and are provided for research-reference purposes only. Individual protocols require compound-specific planning. Consult the stacking theory guide before designing your protocol. Not medical advice.