About chorionic gonadotr opin
Recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin
Used for
- Triggers final egg maturation and ovulation during fertility treatment.
- Supports assisted reproduction procedures, including IVF.
Usual adult dose
Usually one 250 microgram injection under the skin, timed by a fertility specialist.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or bruising
- Headache, nausea, or abdominal discomfort
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
- Rarely, allergic reactions or blood clots
Important warnings
- Can cause ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, sometimes severe or life-threatening.
- Multiple pregnancy and ectopic pregnancy risks may increase with fertility treatment.
- Use only with specialist monitoring; avoid if pregnant or with certain hormone-sensitive conditions.
- Seek urgent care for severe abdominal pain, breathing difficulty, or leg swelling.
Pregnancy
Not used during established pregnancy; treatment is intended to trigger ovulation.
Breastfeeding
Use during breastfeeding is not recommended; fertility treatment generally requires stopping breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other medicines containing gonadotropins may increase ovarian overstimulation risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.