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Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection

Salt Composition: FOLLICLE STIMULATING HORMONE

₹11850.00₹32915.44

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Categories: Gynaecology

Conditions: Women's Health

Product Introduction

Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection contains follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), a gonadotropin hormone that plays an important role in fertility and reproduction. It is used to treat infertility in both women and men. In women, it helps stimulate egg development and ovulation, usually in combination with other fertility medicines. In men, it promotes sperm production in patients with infertility caused by low levels of certain reproductive hormones.

Do not use Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection if you are allergic to follicle-stimulating hormone or any of its ingredients. It is also not recommended for patients with brain tumours, ovarian or breast cancer, or ovarian cysts of unknown cause. Inform your doctor if you have porphyria, a family history of porphyria, skin disorders, or pain in the stomach, arms, or legs before starting treatment.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of multiple pregnancies, miscarriage, or blood clotting disorders. Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Uses

The Foligraf 1200 IU uses include: Infertility in women and men

How it works

Recombinant Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection 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 sperm.

How to Use

It will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors. Your healthcare professional will tell you whether you can self-administer the medicine or not.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common side effects of Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection are: Skin rash Abdominal pain Decrease in appetite Diarrhea Nausea Muscle pain Ovarian cysts Injection site reactions Serious side effects of Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection are: Allergic reactions Asthma

Expert Tips

If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately. Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, diabetes, lung or breathing problems, or stomach problems before initiating the therapy. Do not stop taking the injection without consulting the physician. Stopping your treatment may stop the effect of the medicine. Your doctor may ask you to do certain tests to check for the effectiveness of the therapy and to monitor any unwanted side effects.

References

  1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anterior pituitary hormones, 7th edition, 2013, 240.
  2. Bharat serums and vaccines Limited; Accessed on 16/08/2021; https://www.bharatserums.com/assets/pdf/products/Foligraf.pdf
  3. Merck Serono Ltd., EMC., revised on November 2022; Accessed on July 2023 https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2218.pdf

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant.

Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.

Breastfeeding: unsafe Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Foligraf MD 1200IU Injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS