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Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa
INFORMATION ABOUT RECOMBINANT FOLLICLESTIMULATING HORMONE + HORMONE RECOMBINANT HUMAN LUTEINIZING HORMONE/LUTROPIN ALFA
Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa Uses
Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa is used in the treatment of infertility.
How Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa works
Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa is a hormone. In females, it works by stimulating the release of estrogen which helps in the growth and development of the egg before release. In males, it helps in the production of sperms.
Common side effects of Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Headache, Feeling thirsty, Less frequent urination, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Stomach cramp, Stomach fullness, Weight gain, Breathing problems
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22 Jul 2020 | 03:44 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa
- Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa stimulates the production of eggs in women having treatment for infertility.
- Your doctor may prescribe more than one medicine as part of a pregnancy plan.
- It may also be used to stimulate sperm formation in men.
- The injection is administered under the skin. Follow the recommended dosage and monitoring schedules to minimise the possibility of ovarian hyperstimulation.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you have severe pelvic pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden weight gain, trouble breathing, or decreased or no urination during treatment, as these could be symptoms of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
- Do not use Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa if you are already pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Pregnancy following treatment with Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa is more likely to result in a multiple pregnancy (twins or more) than if you had conceived naturally.
Frequently asked questions for Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone + Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa
Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa contains Follitropin alfa which is a type of Follicle Stimulating Hormone produced naturally by the body. It is used in women who are unable to ovulate. It works by stimulating the growth of follicles (which contain eggs) in the ovary. This helps in the release of a properly developed egg at the time of ovulation. It is also used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF), which help women to become pregnant. It may also be used in adult men who are infertile due to lack of certain hormones and inability to produce enough sperm cells.
Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa is an injection given subcutaneously (just under the skin). The dose and treatment duration depend on the ovarian response of the patient.
Ideally, you should try not to miss a dose of Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa. However, if you do miss a dose contact your doctor as soon as you remember.
Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
The most common side effect is a local site reaction at the injection site (pain, redness, swelling and irritation). The other common side effects associated with Recombinant folliclestimulating hormone+Hormone Recombinant Human Luteinizing hormone/Lutropin alfa include headache, ovarian cysts, abdominal pain or cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and bloating. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor. Also, it is important to know that the medicine may increase the likelihood of conditions like ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), multiple pregnancy or miscarriage.