Human menopausal gonadotrophins: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

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Dosage/Direction for Use Contraindications Special Precautions Adverse Reactions Pregnancy Category (US FDA) Drug Interactions Action CIMS Class ATC Classification

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Contraindications

Ovarian cysts or enlargement not caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome; tumors of breast, uterus, ovaries, testes or prostate; vaginal bleeding of unknown cause; pregnancy and lactation.

Special Precautions

Hyperprolactinemia or tumors of the pituitary or hypothalamus. Ovarian enlargement at risk of rupture, care in pelvic examinations. Risk of multiple births.

Adverse Reactions

Ovarian hyperstimulation, risk of multiple pregnancy and miscarriage, hypersensitivity and local reactions at Inj site, nausea, vomiting, joint pain, fever. In men, gynecomastia, acne, weight gain.
Potentially Fatal: Rupture of ovarian cysts and intraperitoneal haemorrhage.

Pregnancy Category (US FDA)

Drug Interactions

Drugs with luteinising hormone activity may increase risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.

CIMS Class

Trophic Hormones & Related Synthetic Drugs

ATC Classification

G03GA02 - human menopausal gonadotrophin ; Belongs to the class of gonadotropins. Used as ovulation stimulants.

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