Urofollitropin
Information about Urofollitropin
Urofollitropin uses
Urofollitropin is used in the treatment of female infertility. It is used in women who have a problem with ovulation or are undergoing fertility treatment like in-vitro fertilization.
How urofollitropin works
In females, Urofollitropin works by stimulating the release of estrogen which helps in the growth and development of the egg before release. It also helps to develop more follicles (eggs) in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology procedures.
Common side effects of urofollitropin
Abdominal pain, Headache, Bloating, Hot flashes, Abdominal cramp, Nausea, Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, Pelvic pain, Respiratory disorder
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Expert advice for Urofollitropin
- Urofollitropin stimulates the production of eggs in women having treatment for anovulatory infertility.
- Your doctor may prescribe more than one medicine as part of a pregnancy plan.
- 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 Urofollitropin if you are already pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Pregnancy following treatment with Urofollitropin is more likely to result in a multiple pregnancy (twins or more) than if you had conceived naturally.
Frequently asked questions for Urofollitropin
Urofollitropin
Q. What is Urofollitropin and what is it used for?
Urofollitropin is a type of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). It helps to treat women who cannot become pregnant because their ovaries do not produce eggs [including polycystic ovary disease (PCOD)]. It is also used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF), which help women to become pregnant.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Urofollitropin?
It is given as an injection just under the skin by a medical healthcare professional only. The dose and treatment duration depends on your ovarian response for which you would be constantly monitored by your doctor during the treatment.
Q. What if I miss a dose of Urofollitropin?
Ideally, you should try not to miss a dose of Urofollitropin. However, please talk to your doctor as soon as you remember that you have missed a dose.