Pergoveris

Pergoveris

Manufacturer:

Merck

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Follitrophin α 150 IU, lutropin α 75 IU
Indications/Uses
Stimulation of follicular development in women w/ severe LH & FSH deficiency.
Dosage/Direction for Use
SC Recommended initial dose: 1 vial daily, may be increased after 7-14-day intervals by 37.5-75 IU increments if necessary. Duration of stimulation in any 1 cycle may be extended to up to 5 wk. When an optimal response is obtained, a single inj of 5,000-10,000 IU hCG should be administered 24-48 hr after the last Pergoveris inj. The patient is recommended to have coitus on the day of & on the day following hCG administration. Alternatively, intrauterine insemination may be performed.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Hypothalamus & pituitary gland tumours; ovarian enlargement or cyst unrelated to polycystic ovarian disease; gynaecological haemorrhages of unknown origin; ovarian, uterine or mammary carcinoma; primary ovarian failure; sexual organ malformations & uterine fibroid tumours incompatible w/ pregnancy.
Special Precautions
Porphyria or family history of porphyria; hypothyroidism, adrenocortical deficiency, hyperprolactinemia. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) & ovarian torsion. Thromboembolic events; DM. Benign & malignant reproductive system neoplasms in women who have undergone multiple infertility treatment regimens. Regularly monitor stimulation cycles & oestradiol measurements. Multiple & ectopic pregnancy. Miscarriage. Not to be used during pregnancy & lactation. Congenital malformations. Elderly.
Adverse Reactions
Headache, somnolence; mild to severe inj site reactions eg, pain, redness, bruising, swelling &/or irritation; ovarian cysts. Abdominal pain, GI symptoms eg, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal cramps & bloating; breast & pelvic pain, mild to moderate OHSS.
Drug Interactions
Not to be administered as mixt w/ other medicinal products in same inj.
MIMS Class
Trophic Hormones & Related Synthetic Drugs
ATC Classification
G03GA30 - combinations ; Belongs to the class of gonadotropins. Used as ovulation stimulants.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Pergoveris powd for inj
Packing/Price
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