Gertigyn HP Injection

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd
Active Ingredient	Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) (2000IU)
Storage	Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Chemical Class	Luteinizing Hormone {LH}Analog
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	Gonadotropins
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	755

FAQ

Where do you inject Gertigyn HP?

This medicine is injected in the supervision of medical healthcare professional only. When Gertigyn HP injections are to be given in the muscles, it is preferred to inject it into the buttocks or the arms. If it is to be injected beneath the skin, then it is advised to pinch a part of the skin from the abdomen or front of thigh, and then inject the medicine.

What is Gertigyn HP and what is it used for?

Gertigyn HP contains a hormone called Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG), which is also produced naturally by the body. It is used in women, who have a problem with ovulation (release of an egg). It is also used along with other fertility medicines, to help produce eggs in women who are undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF). In males, it is used to treat conditions like delayed puberty, and low sperm cell count.

Do Gertigyn HP injections cause breast tenderness?

Yes, Gertigyn HP injections can sometimes lead to breast pain and enlargement of breasts, but the chances are uncommon. Do contact your doctor in case you experience any uneasiness or side effect of this medication and follow the advice given.

Are there any chances of twins when treated with Gertigyn HP?

Yes, being treated for infertility with Gertigyn HP may increase the chances of getting pregnant with more than one child at the same time. In fact, it has been very commonly noticed that women develop twin pregnancy if being treated with this medicine. Consult your doctor for any such queries and follow the advice as directed.

What is Gertigyn HP and what is it used for?

Is Gertigyn HP painful?

Usually any injection can cause pain. There are reports that Gertigyn HP can cause mild tenderness or tingling at the site of injection. This is quite normal for an injection procedure. However, if you experience unbearable pain after the injection, seek immediate medical advice.

Why do doctors suggest Gertigyn HP injections for pregnancy?

Gertigyn HP is a hormone that helps in pregnancy. It is responsible for the normal development of the egg in a woman's ovary. It also helps in ovulation by stimulating the release of the egg. While Gertigyn HP is used in women to treat infertility, in men it is used to increase sperm count. It is usually not given if you are already pregnant. Consult your doctor and give a proper history before you start this medication.

What if you forget to take Gertigyn HP?

If you miss a dose of Gertigyn HP, please consult your doctor.

Gertigyn HP Injection Reviews

Gertigyn HP 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.

Gertigyn HP 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 injection site pain, headache, fatigue, and depression. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Male might notice acne, or sweating and deepening of the voice. If you experience dizziness, faint, abdominal pain, and vomiting after getting the injection, inform your doctor immediately.

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 Gertigyn HP Injection Works

Gertigyn HP is a sex hormone. In females, it helps in the release of eggs from the ovary. In males, it works by enhancing the production of testosterone which helps in treating conditions such as delayed puberty, and low sperm count.

How to Use Gertigyn HP Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Gertigyn HP Injection

In Treatment of Male hypogonadism: Hypogonadism is the improper functioning of reproductive organs, like testes in males and ovaries in females, which causes failure to produce sex hormones required for fertility. Gertigyn HP helps the body increase production of testosterone and also 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.
In Treatment of Female infertility: Gertigyn HP contains a hormone that helps in normal development of an egg in a woman's ovary (female reproductive organ), and stimulates the release of the egg during a process called ovulation. It is used to cause ovulation. This helps to treat infertility in women. This increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is given by the doctor or nurse. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. You may be asked to continue with this treatment for a period after becoming pregnant.

Uses of Gertigyn HP Injection

Treatment of Male hypogonadism
Treatment of Female infertility

Gertigyn HP Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^SAFE

Gertigyn HP does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Gertigyn HP may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gertigyn HP. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Gertigyn HP during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Gertigyn HP in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Gertigyn HP in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

It is given as an injection into a muscle or under the skin.
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).
If your ovaries are overstimulated you should not have sex, or use barrier contraception for at least four days.
In men, it is used to help treat delayed puberty, undescended testes or oligospermia (low sperm count).
Gertigyn HP is used together with another hormone called follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) for the treatment of infertility in women.

References

Parker KL, Schimmer BP. Introduction To Endocrinology: The Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1117-120.
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.
Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) [Drug Label]. Schaumburg, IL: App Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2011.
Human chorionic gonadotropin. Schaumburg, Illinois: APP Pharmaceuticals; 2011.