CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA
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CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA Drug and Prescription Information
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA Medication Classification
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA, RECOMBINANT (Injection)
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA Brandname
Ovidrel
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA is used for the Treatment
Chorionic Gonadotropin Alfa, Recombinant (kore-ee-ON-ik goe-NAD-oh-troe-pin AL-fa re-KOM-bi-nant) Used as a part of infertility treatment to make a woman's ovary release an egg (ovulation).
When To Not Use CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin), if you are pregnant, or if you have primary ovarian failure, certain types of tumors, thyroid or adrenal gland problems that are not under control, or swelling of your ovaries or abnormal vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor.
How Should You Use CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin.
- A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
- You may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- Use a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine.
- This medicine must be mixed with a liquid before you use it.
- Never share your medicine with anyone. If a dose is missed:
- This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule, or it may not work properly. If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, call your doctor, pharmacist, or home health caregiver for instructions.
Proper CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA Storage
Store CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding.
- Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
- This medicine may cause more than one egg at a time to be released from the ovary, and there is a chance you may become pregnant with more than one baby (twins, triplets, etc.). Talk with your doctor about this risk before you start using this medicine.
- Some side effects of this medicine may happen up to 2 weeks after treatment.
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN ALFA Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Sudden severe headache, chest pain, or leg pain
- Trouble breathing
- Unexplained weight gain, bloating
- Urinating less than normal
- Vision problems If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain
- Pain, redness, swelling, or bruising where the shot is given
