About menotroph in for injection
Gonadotropin fertility hormone
Used for
- Fertility treatment to stimulate ovarian follicle development and ovulation
- Assisted reproduction, including in vitro fertilization
- Treatment of selected cases of male infertility
Usual adult dose
Highly individualized; commonly 75–225 IU daily for women, adjusted to response. Male treatment is usually 75–150 IU three times weekly with hCG.
Common side effects
- Injection-site reactions, headache, abdominal discomfort, nausea
- Ovarian enlargement or ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
- Multiple pregnancy
- In men: acne, breast enlargement, or injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- Use only under specialist supervision with ultrasound and hormone monitoring.
- Ovarian hyperstimulation can cause severe illness, blood clots, or breathing problems.
- Not suitable during pregnancy or with certain hormone-sensitive tumors or unexplained bleeding.
- For injection; preparation and route depend on the product instructions.
Pregnancy
Not used during pregnancy. Contact a clinician if pregnancy occurs during treatment.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended; fertility treatment is generally avoided during breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other fertility medicines, including hCG, can increase ovarian response and hyperstimulation 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.