Foligest 150 IU Injection

Uses of Foligest 150 IU Injection

Urofollitropin has actions similar to Follicle Stimulating Hormone in females . Urofollitropin is used in females for the treatment of infertility .

Side Effects of Foligest 150 IU Injection

Nausea, vomiting, joint pain, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, adnexal torsion, mild to moderate ovarian enlargement, abdominal pain, ovarian cysts, local reaction at inj site, headaches, haemoperitoneum, benign and malignant ovarian neoplasms, ascites, pleural effusion, hypovolaemia, thromboembolic disorders. Weight gain, acne and gynaecomastia in men. Potentially Fatal: Ovarian cysts rupture, intraperitoneal haemorrhage.

Drug Interactions

Increased risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome with drugs with luteinising hormone activity.

Contraindications

Pregnancy, ovarian cysts or enlargement not due to polycystic ovary syndrome, primary ovarian failure, organic intracranial lesion e.g. pituitary tumour, uncontrolled thyroid and adrenal dysfunction, presence of any cause of infertility other than anovulation, abnormal bleeding of undetermined origin.

Mechanism of Action

Urofollitropin, a gonadotrophin obtained from postmenopausal women's urine, possesses follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) activity but almost no luteinising activity. Admin for 7-12 days results in follicular growth and maturation in females. When sufficient follicular maturation has occurred, human chorionic gonadotrophin should be given to induce ovulation. Absorption: Peak plasma concentration: 10 hr (after multiple dosing).

Special Precautions

May result in multiple pregnancies. Abnormal genital bleeding, hormone sensitive malignancies, ovarian cysts not caused by polycystic ovary syndrome. Exclude and treat other causes of infertility e.g. pituitary or hypothalamic lesions, adrenal or thyroid disorders and hyperprolactinaemia.

How to Use

Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.

How to Store

Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Safety Concerns

• Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
• Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
• Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.

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