Pergoveris 900IU Injection is a fertility medicine which is combination of recombinant gonadotropins Follitropin alfa and Lutropin alfa used to treat women with infertility and are undergoing treatment for infertility like invitro fertilization.

Usage of Pergoveris must be avoided in case of cancer (ovary, breast or womb), tumor of hypothalamus, enlarged ovaries.    

Brand Name: Pergoveris  

Composition: Follitropin alfa (950 IU) + Lutropin Alfa (450 IU)

Mechanism of Action:

Follitropin alfa and lutropin alfa, the active ingredients in Pergoveris, are copies of the naturally produced hormones FSH and LH. Egg production in the body is induced by FSH, and egg release is induced by LH. Pergoveris helps women with FSH and LH deficiencies produce a follicle that will release an egg following an injection of human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG) by replenishing the missing hormones. This could make it easier for some women to achieve pregnancy.

Uses:

In treatment of infertility

Dosage and Administration:

The dosage changes according to hormone levels and condition.
Pergoveris is administered subcutaneously. The first injection must be administered under the direct supervision of a physician experienced in fertility issues, but the patient may self-administer it if desired, as long as she has received proper training and has access to professional guidance.

Side Effects:

·       Headache

·       Injection site reactions

·       Nausea

·       Vomiting

·       Weight gain

·       Mild abdominal pain or bloating

Safety Advise:

Lungs  

The safety of Pergoveris Injection for individuals with lung issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Liver  

The safety of Pergoveris Injection for individuals with liver issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

The safety of Pergoveris Injection for individuals with Kidney issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy  

Pergoveris should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed, Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Breast Feeding  

Using Pergoveris while nursing is most likely dangerous. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider. 

Storage:

Store in refrigerator (2-8 ^oC). Don’t freeze. Keep away from light and out of reach of children.

How to use this Medication? 

The drug is administered subcutaneously under the supervision of a physician.
You will be instructed on how to administer this medication if you receive it at home. Use precisely as instructed. Don’t take your medicine more frequently that prescribed.

Reference:

1.     https://hcp.merckgroup.com/en/fertility/portfolio/therapeutics/pergoveris.html#how-to-use

2.     https://www.news-medical.net/drugs/Pergoveris-solution-for-injection.aspx

3.     SA AT. Pr PERGOVERIS®.

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Marketer details:

Name: Merck Specialities Private Limited

Address: Godrej One, 8th Floor, Pirojshanagar, Eastern Express Highway, Vikhroli East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - 400079

Country of origin: India