Belongs to the group of medications called gonadotropins.
A highly purified mixture of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).
Uses:
Treats infertility in women who are not ovulating, including those with polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD), and who have not responded to treatment with clomiphene citrate.
Helps multiple follicles and promotes fertility in women undergoing IVF (in-vitro fertilization) or other types of assisted conception.
Treats infertility in men due to low sperm count.
Contraindications:
Do not take if allergic to menotrophin or any of the other ingredients.
Do not take if you have a tumor in the pituitary gland, hypothalamus, uterus, ovaries, breast, testicles, or prostate gland.
Do not take if you have ovarian cysts that are not due to PCOD, vaginal bleeding, early menopause, physical problems in the reproductive organs, or if your womb has been removed.
Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Precautions:
Before initiating the treatment, you will be checked for underactive thyroid problems, hormone levels, and tumors of the pituitary and hypothalamus.
Inform your physician immediately if you face 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 or a history of blood clotting disease before starting the treatment.
Interaction with other drugs:
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines that you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, recent vaccinations, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
Storage:
Do not store above 25°C.
Do not freeze.
Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
Administration:
It 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.
Safety advices:
Pregnancy: Diva Hmg 150IU Injection is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus.
Breast feeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Diva Hmg 150IU Injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
Lungs: It is unknown whether Diva Hmg 150IU Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver: It is unknown whether Diva Hmg 150IU Injection can be used in patients with liver disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any liver problems before starting the treatment.
Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe during the treatment with Diva Hmg 150IU Injection. Inform your doctor if you are a chronic drinker.
Driving: Diva Hmg 150IU Injection does not affect the ability to drive. If you feel tired or dizzy after taking this medicine, do not drive and consult your doctor for more advice.
Side effects:
Common: abdominal pain or swelling, headache, nausea, pelvic pain, overstimulation of ovaries, pain or inflammation at the injection site, mood swings.
Serious: severe allergic reactions (hypersensitivity reactions).
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.
FAQs:
What is the purpose of using Diva Hmg 150IU Injection in fertility treatments?
Diva Hmg 150IU Injection 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).
What are the possible side effects of Diva Hmg 150IU Injection?
Common side effects of Diva Hmg 150IU Injection may include injection site reactions, abdominal discomfort, bloating, breast tenderness, headache, and mood swings.
Can Diva Hmg 150IU Injection be used in men for fertility treatment?
Diva Hmg 150IU Injection 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.
Can Diva Hmg 150IU Injection increase the chances of multiple pregnancies?
Yes, the use of Diva Hmg 150IU Injection in fertility treatments can increase the chances of multiple pregnancies, including twins, triplets, or higher-order multiples.
What is the source of Diva Hmg 150IU Injection?
Diva Hmg 150IU Injection 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.
