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Menotrophin helps to treat infertility in women who are not ovulating, including those with polycystic ovarian disease, and who have not responded to treatment with another medicine called clomiphene citrate. It is also used to help multiple follicles and, therefore, to promote fertility in women undergoing IVF (in-vitro fertilization)  or other types of assisted conception. It is also indicated to treat infertility in men due to low sperm count. 

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Menotrophin will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting. It is given as an intramuscular injection (into your muscles) or under the skin. Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration and duration of the treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors. 

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Warnings

Do not take menotrophin if you are allergic to menotrophin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Do not take this medicine if you have a tumor in the pituitary gland  (a gland located on the base of the brain which produces certain hormones, including growth hormones)  or in the hypothalamus (an area located under the part of the brain called the thalamus which controls the conditions within your body including body temperature and blood pressure) or in the uterus, ovaries, breast, testicles, or in the prostate gland. Before initiating the treatment, you will be checked for underactive thyroid problems, hormone levels, and tumors of the pituitary and hypothalamus.

Precautions

Do not take this medicine if you have ovarian cysts that are not due to PCOD, vaginal bleeding, early menopause, physical problems in the reproductive organs if your womb has been removed, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your physician immediately if you face any of these symptoms, such as abdominal pain and swelling, weight gain, diarrhea, difficulty in breathing, and decreased urination. Inform your physician if you have or have had liver problems and a history of blood clotting disease before starting the treatment. 

Side Effects

The side effects known to occur commonly during the treatment with Menotrophin are abdominal pain or swelling, headache , nausea, pelvic pain, overstimulation of ovaries, pain or inflammation at the injection site and mood swings.

Word Of Advice

If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately. This medicine can increase your risk of ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside of the womb) if you have a history of fallopian tube disease, miscarriage, multiple pregnancies (twins and triplets), and birth defects in the baby. Your doctor will regularly perform ultrasound scans and blood tests to monitor your response to the treatment. 

Frequently Asked Question

• What is the purpose of using Menotrophin in fertility treatments?  
• Menotrophin is used in fertility treatments to help multiple follicles and stimulate the ovaries in women who are undergoing assisted reproductive technologies such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intrauterine insemination (IUI). It helps promote the growth, maturation, and release of eggs from the ovaries in women who are not ovulating, including those with PCOD, and who have not responded to treatment with another medicine called clomiphene citrate. 

• What are the possible side effects of Menotrophin?  
• Common side effects of Menotrophin may include injection site reactions, abdominal discomfort, bloating, breast tenderness, headache, and mood swings. However, individual responses may vary, and it is important to discuss any concerns or unexpected side effects with a healthcare professional.

• Can Menotrophin be used in men for fertility treatment?
• Menotrophin is primarily used in women to stimulate ovulation and promote fertility. It is also used to treat infertility in men due to low sperm count. If you have concerns about male fertility, it is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional for appropriate evaluation and guidance.

• Can Menotrophin increase the chances of multiple pregnancies? 
• Yes, the use of Menotrophin in fertility treatments can increase the chances of multiple pregnancies, including twins, triplets, or higher-order multiples. This is due to the stimulation of multiple follicles and the potential release of multiple eggs. The risk of multiple pregnancies is a consideration that healthcare providers take into account when determining the dosage and monitoring the treatment.

• What is the source of menotrophin?
• Menotrophin is a highly purified mixture of two hormones called follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). FSH and LH are natural hormones produced in both males and females. They help the reproductive organs to work normally.