menotropins SubQ
Generic Name: MENOTROPINS - SUBCUTANEOUS INJECTIONPronounced: (men-oh-TROW-pins)
menotropins SubQ Uses
This medication is used to treat certain fertility problems in women. It provides follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) that help healthy ovaries to make eggs. This medication is usually used in combination with another hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin-hCG) to help you become pregnant by bringing about the growth and release of a mature egg (ovulation).
This medication is not recommended for women whose ovaries no longer make eggs properly (primary ovarian failure).
How To Use menotropins SubQ
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 properly use this medication. Learn and understand all preparation and usage instructions. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Use this medication exactly as directed by your doctor in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.
Inject this medication under the skin exactly as directed by your doctor. Your dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Be sure to keep all medical appointments so your doctor can closely monitor your response to determine the dosage that is right for you. The manufacturer recommends that your dose should not be more than 450 international units per day and that the medication should not be used for more than 20 days per treatment cycle. Do not change the dose or use this drug for a longer period than prescribed unless instructed by your doctor.
Follow all instructions for proper mixing with the correct fluid provided with this medication. Before using, check the solution visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Use the solution immediately after the medication is mixed. Discard any unused solution. If you have questions regarding 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. It is important to change the location of the injection site daily to avoid discomfort and problem areas under the skin.
Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.
