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Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe (choriogonadotropin alfa injection)
FAQ's
What is the Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe and what is it used for?
Who should not use the Ovidrel® Prefilled Syringe?
How should Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe be stored?
When should I use the Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe?
Are there any side effects associated with the use of Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe?
What should I do if I forget to take Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe?
Can I take Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe with other medications?
What is the Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe and what is it used for?top ^
Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe is intended for use by women seeking pregnancy. After a thorough medical exam to determine your specific medical condition, your healthcare provider may prescribe Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe, as one of several drugs prescribed to you as part of your treatment program.
Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe contains recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin, an injectable hormone. This is the hormone that causes your eggs to finish maturing and be released. You have been given Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe to complete this final stage of your cycle.
The hormone in the Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe is manufactured to meet standards for quality and purity. It cannot be taken by mouth since the acids in your stomach would destroy the hormone before it was absorbed into the body.
Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe is provided in a pre–filled syringe and is ready to use. The syringe contains 250 mcg of the active ingredient (choriogonadotropin alfa) in 0.5 ml of liquid. It is intended for administration under the skin (subcutaneous). Instructions and illustrations on how to inject Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe. Each syringe contains the single dose needed.
Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe is available only with a prescription.
Who should not use the Ovidrel® Prefilled Syringe?top ^
You should not use Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe is you answer "yes" to any of the following questions. If you are unsure if you should use Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe, talk with your healthcare provider.
- Do you have allergies to any of the following: human chorionic gonadotropin or choriogonadotropin, mannitol, O-phosphoric acid, l-methionine, poloxamer 188, or sodium hydroxide?
- Are you pregnant or breast-feeding?
- Do you have abnormal bleeding from the uterus or vagina?
- Do you have swollen, enlarged, or painful ovaries?
- Do you have cancer of the sex organs (uterus, ovaries)?
- Do you have uncontrolled thyroid or adrenal problems?
- Do you have cancer of the brain?
- Do you have primary ovarian failure (your ovaries no longer make eggs)?
How should Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe be stored?top ^
Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe should be stored refrigerated (36°– 46°F / 2°– 8°C) to allow the product to be used until the expiry date shown on the syringe or carton. Alternatively, the Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe may be stored by the patient for no more than 30 days at room temperature (up to 77°F / 25°C), and in this case must be used within those 30 days. When stored at room temperature, discard after 30 days. Store away from light. Do not freeze.
When stored refrigerated, do not use after the expiration date shown on the syringe or carton. Keep out of the reach of children.
When should I use the Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe?top ^
Your healthcare provider will advise you on when you are ready to complete your cycle and, thus, when to use your Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe.
Always take your injection exactly as your healthcare provider has instructed. If you are unsure of how or when to use your Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe, please contact your healthcare provider.
Are there any side effects associated with the use of Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe?top ^
You should review with your Fertility Specialist the risks and benefits of using Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe. As with any medication, report any and all side effects, symptoms or physical changes to your healthcare provider. The most common side effects in women using Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.
Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe can cause serious side effects including ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) and lung and blood vessel problems.
Contact your healthcare provider if you experience severe pain or bloating in the stomach or pelvic area, severe upset stomach, vomiting and weight gain.
Use of fertility drugs can be associated with fertilization of more than one egg. This can lead to complications for the mother and the birth of two or more babies. Pregnancy loss (miscarriage) is higher in women receiving fertility drugs than in women not taking fertility drugs.
The most common side effects in women using Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Needle injections may cause some discomfort. For complete product details, see the Full Prescribing Information.
What should I do if I forget to take Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe?top ^
Contact your healthcare provider if you forget to take Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe.
Can I take Ovidrel® PreFilled Syringe with other medications?top ^
Inform your Fertility Specialist and pharmacist if you are taking or have taken any other medications, including those that do not require a prescription.
If you have any additional questions, be sure to contact your Fertility Specialist for more information or guidance. You can also call Fertility LifeLines™ toll–free at 1–866–LETS-TRY (1-866-538-7879). All calls are free and confidential.
Looking for definitions for fertility terms? Visit our Glossary.
