FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

✔️ Composition

• Urofollitropin

✔️ Uses of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

Supports reproductive health in women.

✔️ Common Side Effects of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

• Injection site reactions (pain, redness, itching, swelling)
• Headache
• Abdominal pain, bloating
• Urinary tract infection
• Throat and nasal passage inflammation
• Hot flushes
• Nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, constipation
• Skin rash

✔️ Uncommon Side Effects of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

• Hyperthyroidism
• Mood changes
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Nosebleeds
• Breast enlargement, pain
• Vaginal bleeding or discharge

✔️ Rare Side Effects of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

• Signs of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
• Signs of allergic reactions (skin rash, itching, swelling of eyes, face, lips, tongue, or throat leading to breathing or swallowing difficulty)

✔️ How doe FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection work?

FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection supplements estrogen levels necessary for proper female reproductive system function.

✔️ Indication of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

Female:

• Ovulation Induction: FSH administered IM or SC with HCG sequentially for patients with pituitary suppression.
• Multi-follicular Development: FSH administered IM with HCG for controlled ovarian stimulation during ART cycles in patients with pituitary suppression.
• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): Treatment for PCOS-related infertility.

Male:

• Male infertility treatment in combination with HCG for induction of spermatogenesis in men with Hypogonadotrophic-hypogonadism.

✔️ Quick Suggestions:

• The injection is administered subcutaneously (under the skin). It's crucial to adhere to the recommended dosage and monitoring schedules to minimize the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation.
• During treatment, promptly inform your doctor if you experience severe pelvic pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden weight gain, trouble breathing, or decreased or no urination. These symptoms could indicate ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) and require immediate medical attention.
• Do not use Urofollitropin if you are already pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Pregnancy resulting from treatment with Urofollitropin is more likely to lead to a multiple pregnancy (twins or more) compared to natural conception.

✔️ Pharmacology:

• A highly purified preparation of human FSH-HP extracted from postmenopausal women's urine.
• The third generation of urinary gonadotropins.
• Contains <0.1% LH per 75 IU of FSH & <5% unidentified urinary proteins.
• FSH consists of two glycoproteins: alfa and beta subunits.
• Sterile, lyophilized powder for SC or IM injection after reconstitution with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection.

✔️ Dosage of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

• Individualized dosage based on ovarian response, monitored by ultrasound and estradiol levels.
• Administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly.
• Ovulation Induction: Starting dose of 50 IU FSH for at least 7 days, adjusted based on response.
• ART: Starting dose of 150 to 225 IU FSH for at least 4 days, adjusted based on response.
• PCOS: Starting with the lowest dose of FSH (50 IU per day), adjusted cautiously based on response.
• Male: Pre-treatment with HCG, then administer 450 IU FSH per week.

✔️ Overdosage of FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection

FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection is typically administered by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting, reducing the likelihood of an overdose. Nevertheless, if you encounter any unusual symptoms, promptly consult your doctor or nurse.

✔️ Drug-Drug Interactions:

Prior to receiving FSH 150IU IM/SC Injection, notify your doctor if you are currently taking any of the following medications:

• Clomiphene citrate (another medication utilized in the treatment of female infertility)

✔️ Administration:

Administered slowly to prevent pain and minimize leakage.

• Subcutaneous injection site should be alternated.
• Unused solution should be discarded.
• Subcutaneous injection may be carried out by patients or partners under proper instructions.

✔️ Contraindications:

• Tumors of ovary, breast, uterus, pituitary, or hypothalamus.
• Pregnancy, lactation, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding.
• Hypersensitivity to active substances or excipients.
• Primary ovarian failure, fibroid tumors of the uterus incompatible with pregnancy.
• Primary testicular failure.

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category X. Not to be used during pregnancy and lactation.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings:

• Exclude uncontrolled non-gonadal endocrinopathies.
• Increased risk of multiple gestations.
• Possibility of anaphylactic responses.
• Initial injection should be under direct medical supervision.
• Early ultrasound confirmation of intrauterine pregnancy.
• Regular monitoring of follicular development and estradiol levels.
• Discontinue FSH if unwanted ovarian hyperstimulation occurs.

✔️ Therapeutic Class:

• Drugs for Infertility, Trophic Hormones & Related Synthetic Drugs.

✔️ Reconstitution:

• Reconstitute with 1 ml of sterile saline for injection.
• Do not shake, gently swirl until clear.
• Multiple vials can be reconstituted sequentially.

✔️ Storage Conditions:

• Store at 2°C to 8°C (in a refrigerator).
• Protect from light, and keep in a dry place.
• Can be stored below 25°C for a maximum of 3 months.