menotropins – injection, Repronex

Medication Uses How To Use Side Effects Precautions Drug Interactions Overdose Notes Missed Dose Storage USES: This medication is used to treat certain fertility problems in women. It provides follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) to stimulate healthy ovaries to make eggs. It is usually used in combination with another hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin-hCG) to help you become pregnant by promoting the growth and release of a mature egg (ovulation). It is not recommended for women with primary ovarian failure. HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before starting this medication and each time you get a refill. You will be trained by a healthcare professional on how to use this medication. Learn and understand all preparation and usage instructions. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Inject under the skin (subcutaneously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly) exactly as directed by your doctor. The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition, response to therapy, and other medications you may be taking. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use. Keep all medical appointments so your doctor can monitor your response and determine the right dosage. The recommended dose should not exceed 450 international units per day, and the medication should not be used for more than 12 days per treatment cycle. Do not change the dose or use this drug for a longer period than prescribed. Follow all instructions for proper mixing with the correct fluid provided. Use the solution immediately after mixing. Before using, visually check the solution for particles or discoloration. If present, do not use the liquid. Discard any unused solution. If you have questions about the use of this medication, consult your pharmacist. Wash hands with soap and water before using this medication. Before injecting each dose, clean the injection site with rubbing alcohol. Change the location of the injection site daily to avoid discomfort or problem areas under the skin. Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Use this medication exactly as directed by your doctor to get the most benefit. Use it at the same time each day. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about your therapy.

SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, mild stomach pain/bloating, redness/pain at the injection site, breast tenderness, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist. Your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor immediately if any unlikely but serious side effects occur: vaginal bleeding, flu-like symptoms (e.g., fever, chills, joint pain, muscle ache, tiredness). Seek immediate medical attention if any rare but serious side effects occur: weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, sudden vision changes or severe headache, pain/swelling of the calf muscles, chest pain, shortness of breath. This medication may cause a condition known as Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS). This condition may occur during therapy and after treatment has been discontinued. Rarely, serious OHSS causes fluid buildup in the stomach, chest, and heart area. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop the following side effects: severe pain/swelling in the lower abdominal (pelvic) area, nausea/vomiting, sudden/rapid weight gain, or change in urine amount. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. PRECAUTIONS: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or other products containing FSH or LH, or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: other fertility problems (e.g., primary ovarian failure), abnormal uterine/vaginal bleeding, thyroid or adrenal gland problems, cancer of the reproductive organs (breast, uterus, ovary), tumor in the brain (e.g., pituitary tumor), ovarian cysts or enlarged ovaries (not due to polycystic ovary syndrome), twisting of the ovary (ovarian torsion), personal/family history of blood clots, blood clotting disorders (such as thrombophilia), obesity, stroke, certain heart diseases (e.g., heart attack), lung problems (e.g., asthma). This drug may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Multiple births may occur due to this treatment. Consult your doctor for more details. Stop using this medication when you become pregnant. This medication must not be used during pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor immediately. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval. Some products that may interact with this drug include gonadorelin. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents can call a provincial poison control center. NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests should be performed regularly to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments. MISSED DOSE: It is important to give this medication on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately for instructions. Do not double the dose. STORAGE: Store the medication refrigerated or at room temperature between 37-77 degrees F (3-25 degrees C). Protect from light. Do not freeze. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product. Information last revised February 2014. Copyright(c) 2014 First Databank, Inc.