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What is the average protocol you put guys on. I know every guy is different but I would think there is an average protocol most guy will do well on. Weekly dose? Injection frequency? AI? HCG?

AlphaMD's Answer

Like you said, it’s very individual. But the majority of our patients end up on 140-160mg/wk divided 2-3 times/wk. most choose the subQ route. About 10-15% of our patients utilize an AI. About 25-30% of our patients utilize hCG.

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