About gonadotrophin
Human chorionic gonadotropin hormone
Used for
- Treats selected causes of infertility in women, usually with other fertility medicines.
- Stimulates testosterone production in some men with hormone-related infertility or delayed puberty.
- May be used in boys with undescended testes in selected cases.
Usual adult dose
Women: typically a single injection of 5,000–10,000 IU to trigger ovulation. Men: commonly 1,000–2,000 IU two or three times weekly; specialist-directed.
Usual dose in children
For boys with undescended testes, specialist-directed courses may use 500–4,000 IU two or three times weekly.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or reactions
- Headache, tiredness, or mood changes
- Ovarian enlargement or ovarian hyperstimulation in women
- Breast enlargement or fluid retention in men
Important warnings
- Fertility treatment can cause multiple pregnancy and ovarian hyperstimulation, which can be serious.
- Use only with specialist supervision and appropriate hormone or ultrasound monitoring.
- Not suitable for some hormone-sensitive cancers or unexplained vaginal bleeding.
- Seek urgent assessment for severe abdominal swelling, breathing difficulty, or chest pain.
Pregnancy
Not used during an established pregnancy; it is used to trigger ovulation before pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; treatment is generally not used while breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other fertility medicines may increase ovarian hyperstimulation risk.
- Tell the clinician about all medicines and hormone treatments being used.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.