About corifollitropin alfa
Long-acting follicle-stimulating hormone
Used for
- Stimulates ovarian follicle development during assisted reproduction, such as IVF, with other fertility medicines.
Usual adult dose
One injection: 100 micrograms for women weighing 60 kg or less; 150 micrograms for women over 60 kg. Usually given on cycle day 2 or 3.
Common side effects
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS)
- Headache, nausea, or pelvic discomfort
- Ovarian cysts or enlarged ovaries
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- Can cause severe OHSS, ovarian torsion, or multiple pregnancy.
- Use only under fertility-specialist supervision with ultrasound and hormone monitoring.
- Not used during pregnancy; treatment is stopped if pregnancy occurs.
- Seek urgent care for severe abdominal pain, rapid weight gain, or breathing difficulty.
Pregnancy
Not used during pregnancy. Treatment is stopped if pregnancy occurs.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended during breastfeeding; effects on milk production and the infant are uncertain.
Interactions
- Other fertility hormones, including hCG, may increase OHSS 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.