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Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection 0.5 ml in 1 pre-filled pen

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Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection is a product of Merck Ltd

Composition: Recombinant follicle stimulating hormone (300IU)

Pack of 1 ml

₹ 7894.69

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All Details About Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection

Description:

Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection is used in the treatment of infertility in women. It is also helpful in the treatment of male hypogonadism (delayed puberty, and low sperm count). It works by releasing the eggs from the ovary in women and by increasing the testosterone level in men.

Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the right time to take the injection, so always follow your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include allergic reactions, headache, swelling of the breast in males, and acne. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Earlier taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, or had an ovarian cyst, or had thyroid gland disorder. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should avoid alcohol or have to follow doctor advice related to diet while taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Gonal-F

  • Injection site allergic reaction
  • Headache
  • Acne
  • Swelling of breast in male
  • Abdominal pain
  • Gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Ovarian cysts
  • Rash

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection and what it is used for?

Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection contains Follitropin alfa which is a type of Follicle Stimulating Hormone produced naturally by the body. It is used in women who are unable to ovulate. It works by stimulating the growth of follicles (which contain eggs) in the ovary. This helps in the release of a properly developed egg at the time of ovulation. It is also used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF), which help women to become pregnant. It may also be used in adult men who are infertile due to lack of certain hormones and inability to produce enough sperm cells.

How and in what dose should I take Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection?

Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection is an injection given subcutaneously (just under the skin). The dose and treatment duration depend on the ovarian response of the patient.

What if I miss a dose of Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection?

Thoughtlly, you should try not to miss a dose of Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection. However, please talk to your doctor as soon as you remember that you have missed a dose.

What are the side effects of using Gonal-F 300IU Solution for Injection?

The most common side effect is a local site reaction at the injection site (pain, redness, swelling, and irritation). The other common side effects are a headache, ovarian cysts, abdominal pain or cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and bloating. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor. In addition, this medicine may increase the likelihood of conditions like ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), multiple pregnancy or miscarriage.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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