GENERIC NAME: CHORIOGONADOTROPIN ALFA - INJECTABLE (kor-ee-oh-go-NAD-oh-trow-pin alfa)
BRAND NAME(S): Ovidrel
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used to help women with fertility problems become pregnant. It works by helping to produce mature eggs for fertilization; either naturally or by assisted means (e.g., in vitro fertilization).
HOW TO USE: Learn all preparation and usage instructions in the product package. If any of the information is unclear, consult your doctor or pharmacist. After injecting the mixing liquid (diluent) into the vial of powdered drug, gently roll the vial until the powder is completely dissolved; do not shake the injection/vial. Doing so may make this medicine ineffective. Inject this medication under the skin (subcutaneously) usually the day after your last dose of follicle stimulating medicine as directed by your doctor. Your doctor's decision to give this injection is based on laboratory and medical test results (e.g., serum estradiol, vaginal ultrasound). Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: Injection site reactions (e.g., pain, irritation, bruising, swelling), nausea, gas or vomiting may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: severe stomach/abdominal pain and/or swelling, unusual vaginal bleeding, diarrhea, weight gain, trouble breathing, decrease in amount of urine. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: yellowing eyes and skin, dark urine, unusual weakness/fatigue, fever, pain or swelling in the legs, sudden difficulty breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
- Infertility - Infertility can be due to many causes. Some of the causes of infertility are for men, a sperm disorder. Infertility causes in women can be an ovulation disorder, blockage of the fallopian tubes, and hormonal defects.
- Pregnancy: Trying to Conceive - Read about trying to conceive (get pregnant) with a baby, such as charting your fertility pattern, reasons for infertility, and counseling and support groups.
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