Folisurge 900IU Pen

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Recombinant follicle stimulating hormone (900IU)
Salt Synonyms	Follitropin alpha
Storage	Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Chemical Class	Gonadotropins
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	Gonadotropins
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	738

FAQ

What if I miss a dose of Folisurge 900IU Pen?

Ideally, you should try not to miss a dose of Folisurge 900IU Pen. However, please talk to your doctor as soon as you remember that you have missed a dose.

How and in what dose should I take Folisurge 900IU Pen?

Folisurge 900IU Pen is an injection given subcutaneously (just under the skin). The dose and treatment duration depend on the ovarian response of the patient.

What is Folisurge 900IU Pen and what it is used for?

Folisurge 900IU Pen contains Follitropin alfa which is a type of Follicle Stimulating Hormone produced naturally by the body. It is used in women who are unable to ovulate. It works by stimulating the growth of follicles (which contain eggs) in the ovary. This helps in the release of a properly developed egg at the time of ovulation. It is also used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF), which help women to become pregnant. It may also be used in adult men who are infertile due to lack of certain hormones and inability to produce enough sperm cells.

What are the side effects of using Folisurge 900IU Pen?

The most common side effect is a local site reaction at the injection site (pain, redness, swelling, and irritation). The other common side effects are a headache, ovarian cysts, abdominal pain or cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and bloating. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor. In addition, this medicine may increase the likelihood of conditions like ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), multiple pregnancy or miscarriage.

What if you forget to take Folisurge Pen?

If you miss a dose of Folisurge 900IU Pen, please consult your doctor.\n

Folisurge 900IU Pen Reviews

Folisurge 900IU Pen is used in the treatment of infertility in women. It is also helpful in the treatment of male hypogonadism (delayed puberty, and low sperm count). It works by releasing the eggs from the ovary in women and by increasing the testosterone level in men.

Folisurge 900IU Pen is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the right time to take the injection, so always follow your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include allergic reactions, headache, swelling of the breast in males, and acne. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, or had an ovarian cyst, or had thyroid gland disorder. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should avoid alcohol or have to follow doctor advice related to diet while taking this medicine.

How Folisurge 900IU Pen Works

Folisurge 900IU Pen is a hormone. In females, it works by stimulating the release of estrogen which helps in the growth and development of the egg before release. In males, it helps in the production of sperms.

How to Use Folisurge 900IU Pen

Your doctor or nurse will use this device to give medicine. You or your care giver may be taught on how to use this device at home.

Benefits of Folisurge 900IU Pen

In Female infertility: Folisurge 900IU Pen helps in normal development of an egg in a woman's ovary (female reproductive organ), and stimulates the release of a healthy, matured egg. This helps to treat infertility in women and increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective.
In Male hypogonadism: Male Hypogonadism is the improper functioning of reproductive organs, that is, testes in males, which causes failure to produce sex hormones required for fertility. Folisurge 900IU Pen acts as the male sex hormone, testosterone and therefore, improves sperm production in males. This can reduce infertility and helps to treat hypogonadism in males. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

Uses of Folisurge 900IU Pen

Female infertility
Male hypogonadism

Folisurge 900IU Pen Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Folisurge 900IU Pen in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

Folisurge 900IU Pen is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Folisurge 900IU Pen during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Folisurge 900IU Pen in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^SAFE

Folisurge 900IU Pen does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Folisurge 900IU Pen. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Folisurge 900IU Pen stimulates the production of eggs in women undergoing treatment for infertility.
The injection is administered under the skin. Follow the recommended dosage and monitoring schedules to minimise the possibility of ovarian hyperstimulation.
Your doctor may prescribe more than one medicine as part of your suggested pregnancy plan.
Do not use Folisurge 900IU Pen if you are already pregnant or breastfeeding.
It may also be used to stimulate sperm formation in men.
Inform your doctor immediately if you have severe pelvic pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden weight gain, trouble breathing, or decreased or no urination during treatment, as these could be symptoms of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
Pregnancy following treatment with Folisurge 900IU Pen is more likely to result in a multiple pregnancy (twins or more).

References

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Masters SB. Hypothalamic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 650-53.