Eveready-HCG 5000 IM

Eveready-HCG 5000 IM Side Effects

Headache, restlessness, tiredness, or pain at injection site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that 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 of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• swelling of the ankles/feet
• mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, irritability)
• signs of early puberty in boys (e.g., facial/pubic hair, voice change, acne)
• pain/swelling of the breast (in boys)

For women, when this medication is used with menotropins to treat infertility, also tell your doctor immediately if this unlikely but serious side effect occurs:

• abdominal pain/pressure/swelling

For women, when this medication is used with menotropins to treat infertility, seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• chest pain
• slurred speech
• weakness on one side of the body
• confusion

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching
• swelling
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing
• shortness of breath

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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