About human chorionic gonadotrophin
Gonadotropin hormone
Used for
- Treats infertility by triggering ovulation in women receiving fertility treatment.
- Supports sperm production in selected cases of male hypogonadism.
- May be used in children for certain forms of delayed puberty or undescended testes.
Usual adult dose
Fertility treatment: typically 5,000–10,000 IU as one injection, under specialist supervision. Other regimens vary by use.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-directed regimens vary by condition; dosing depends on age and treatment goal.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or bruising
- Headache, tiredness, or mood changes
- Ovarian enlargement or ovarian hyperstimulation in women
- Breast enlargement or fluid retention in men
Important warnings
- Ovarian hyperstimulation can be serious and may require urgent treatment.
- Multiple pregnancy is more likely during fertility treatment.
- Use only with specialist monitoring; some conditions and cancers make treatment unsuitable.
- In children, prolonged use may cause early puberty or premature bone maturation.
Pregnancy
Not used during an established pregnancy; fertility treatment is intended to cause pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Effects on a nursing infant are not well established; use is generally avoided while breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other fertility medicines may increase ovarian hyperstimulation risk.
- Tell the treating specialist about all medicines and hormones 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.