Menopur® is an injectable medication that contains an equal combination of two different hormones found naturally in the body: follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). FSH and LH are the hormones responsible for the growth of eggs in the ovaries during the menstrual cycle. Menopur® is prescribed to women as a daily injection for approximately 8-12 days to help stimulate the growth and maturation of multiple eggs during fertility treatment such as IVF. It may also be prescribed to men to help improve sperm production. Menopur® can be injected under the skin (subcutaneous) or into the muscle (intramuscular), as instructed by your doctor.
Menopur® comes in a vial containing 75 IU of powdered medication that must be mixed with sodium chloride before injecting. The medication can be mixed with either a Q-Cap vial adapter or a mixing needle, as directed by your doctor.
- Menopur® 75 IU Vial
Common side effects of Menopur® include:
- Stomach cramps, bloating, or pain
- Headaches
- Pain or swelling at the injection site
- Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
Some women using Menopur® develop ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) during or shortly after treatment. OHSS can be life threatening. Call your doctor right away if you experience any of the symptoms of OHSS including: severe pelvic pain, abdominal pain and bloating, shortness of breath, rapid weight gain, decreased urination, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following rare but serious side effects, including:
- Severe allergic reaction: Rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing
- Lung problems: Fluid in your lungs, trouble breathing, worsening of asthma
- Blood clots: Pain, swelling or warmth in the leg, shortness of breath, chest pain
- Heart attack: Chest pain or tightness, pain that radiates up your shoulder, arm, neck, or jawg
- Stroke: Sudden problems with vision, speech, or walking, numbness on one side of your body or face
- Twisting of your ovary: Sudden onset of severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting
- Ectopic pregnancy: Stomach or pelvic pain (especially on one side), neck pain, nausea and vomiting, shoulder pain, rectal pain
This is not a complete list of side effects that may occur. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Menopur® should be stored refrigerated or at room temperature (from 37℉ to 77℉). Protect from light. Inject Menopur® immediately after mixing and discard any unused material.
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