general
- Generic Name : Urofollitropin
- Pronunciation : yoor-oh-fol-li-TROE-pin
- Therapeutic Classification : Human Follicle-Stimulating Hormone
- Trade Names/Brand Names of Urofollitropin(India):
Foliculin (150IU),Gonotrop-F (75IU),Follitec (75IU),FSH -SP-150,Gonal -F FBM,Gonal -F FBM (450iu),Ovitrop (150 iu),Ovufol HP (150iu),Proferti -F,Foliculin (75IU),Follitec (150IU),Utrova (150IU),Nisfollic,Ovitrop,Foligem (150iu),Folliova,Ovufol H P,Puregon,Utrova (75IU),Proferti -F (150iu),LG Follimon,Sitrodin (75IU),Sitrodin (150IU),Neogentin 150,Metrodin (75IU),FSH -SP-75,Foligem,Materna FSH 75,Neogentin 75 - International :
Fertinex, Bravelle, Metrodin
prescription
This medication, a human follicle-stimulating hormone, is prescribed with HCG for infertility in women unresponsive to other treatments. It prompts egg production in the ovaries.
risk factors
Not recommended for patients with ovarian cysts or enlargement unrelated to polycystic ovary syndrome, primary ovarian failure, organic intracranial lesions such as pituitary tumors, uncontrolled thyroid and adrenal dysfunction, presence of infertility causes other than anovulation, abnormal undiagnosed bleeding, or during pregnancy.
side effects
- Heart: Elevated blood pressure
- Central Nervous System: Headaches, mood swings, depression
- Skin: Rashes, acne, skin peeling or scaling
- Gastrointestinal: Abdominal cramps, nausea, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation
- Genitourinary: Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome, genitourinary bleeding, infection or pain, breast tenderness
- Metabolic: Weight gain, dehydration
- Respiratory: Respiratory issues, accidental injuries
- Miscellaneous: General pain, injection site reactions, neck pain, fever, anaphylactic reactions, multiple pregnancies
dosage
For female infertility, administer 150 IU/day IM/SC for 5 days, increasing to 450 IU/day for up to 12 days. Follow with chorionic gonadotropin treatment.
how to take
It is available as a solution for injection, administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle or under the skin.
warning
- Before treatment, the patient should undergo a comprehensive gynecological examination.
Collaborate closely with your doctor and adhere to instructions diligently for optimal treatment efficacy. - Possible outcomes include multiple pregnancies, abnormal genital bleeding, hormone-sensitive malignancies, and ovarian cysts unrelated to polycystic ovary syndrome.
- Rule out and address other infertility causes like pituitary or hypothalamic lesions, adrenal or thyroid disorders, and elevated prolactin levels.
storage
Room Temperature (25°C)