Warning: the next information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, expertise & judgment and expertise of your pharmacist. this must not be construed to indicate that use of medication is safe or effective for you. Consult youre healthcare professional before using this drug.
Urofollitropin - subcutaneous injection
(your-oh-foal-ih-trow-pin)
common brand names: Bravelle, Fertinex, Follistim, Gonal-F
Related Drugs : Fertinex, Fertinex, Bravelle
Fertinex Usage: this drug is used in combination with hCG hormone to assist in ovulation & fertility if clomiphene treatment fails. medication is also used with in-vitro fertilization methods.
How to use Fertinex: it drug is injected under skin after preparation of the solution, exactly as instructed. the dosage is adjusted to each individual's response. Usually per day intercourse is recommended, beginning on day before hCG hormone is given, until ovulation occurs (e.g., rise in basal body temperature). Follow MD instructions. the liquid should be visually checked before injection since particles or discoloration & discarded if contaminated. Follow instructions for proper disposal of syringes & supplies. do not reuse needles or syringes.
Fertinex side effects: Breast tenderness, mild diarrhea, nausea or vomiting might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: bloating, pelvic or belly pain, redness/pain/ swelling in the injection site. Unlikely but report promptly: breathing problems, leg swelling or pain, one-sided muscle weakness, vision changes. Very unlikely but report promptly: severe stomach/abdominal pain, decreased urine amount, rapid weight gain, fever, skin rash or hives. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.
Fertinex Precautions: Before using this drug, tell your physician your medical history, especially about: any allergies, cancer or tumors, abnormal uterine bleeding, thyroid or adrenal gland problems, other infertility problems, ovarian cysts or enlargements. Multiple births might occur as result of this therapy. it tablet shouldnot be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It's not known whether this drug is excreted into people milk. Consult some your physician before breast-feeding.
Fertinex pill interactions: Tell your doctor of every nonprescription & prescription med you use. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Fertinex Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Fertinex special notes: do not share it medication with others. Laboratory tests and ultrasound procedures will usually be necessary.
If you missed Fertinex dose: If you miss dose of either urofollitropin or hCG hormone, consult you're healthcare professional promptly for advice.
Fertinex Storage: Store the powder refrigerated or at room temperature between 37 & 77 degrees F (3-25 degrees C) away from light & moisture. Use immediately after mixing saline solution with powder. Discard unused material.
Active Ingredients : Urofollitropin