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Gonal F Prefilled Pen with Needles
Also Known as Puregon
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Product Details
Description
GONAL-F is a prescription medication used to treat infertility in both men and women. It contains follitropin alfa, a recombinant follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) that stimulates the growth and maturation of eggs in women and sperm in men.
GONAL-F is available in a sterile, premixed injection and is administered by injection under the skin.
Fact Table
Formula
C437H682N122O134S13
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
66-76%
Legal status
Rx-Only
Chemical Name
Follitropin alfa
Elimination half-life
53 hours
Dosage (Strength)
300IU / 0.5ml Prefilled Pen, 450IU / 0.75ml Prefilled Pen, 900IU / 1.5ml Prefilled Pen
Pregnancy
Contraindicated
Brands
Gonal-F
Protein binding
Not available
PubChem CID
Not available
MedlinePlus
Not available
ChEBI
Not Available
ATC code
G03GA05
DrugBank
DB00066
KEGG
D04429
Routes of administration
Subcutaneously
Directions
Before using GONAL-F, your doctor will provide you with specific instructions on how to administer the medication.
The dosage schedule of GONAL-F is individualized. Take it exactly as directed by your doctor. The dosage is also individualized.
It is important to keep track of the days and times of injections to ensure consistent dosing and avoid missed doses.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in GONAL-F is follitropin alfa, which is produced using recombinant DNA technology.
Interactions
- There are no known significant interactions.
Cautions
It is important to inform your doctor if you have a history of blood clots, heart disease, liver or kidney disease, or any other medical condition before starting GONAL-F.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use GONAL-F, as it may harm the developing fetus or nursing baby. If you are taking GONAL-F for fertility, tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of GONAL-F may include the following:
- Abdominal pain
- Acne vulgaris
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome
- Anaphylaxis
- Asthma
- Atelectasis
- Bruising at the injection site
- Decreased libido
- Diarrhea
- Enlargement of abdomen
- Fatigue
- Flatulence
- Gynecomastia
- Headache
- Hypersensitivity reaction
- Inflammation at the injection site
- Injection site reaction
- Intermenstrual bleeding
- Nausea
- Nonimmune anaphylaxis
- Ovarian cyst
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
- Ovarian neoplasm
- Ovarian torsion
- Ovary enlargement
- Pain
- Pain at the injection site
- Pelvic discomfort
- Pelvic pain
- Seborrhea
- Swelling at the injection site
- Thromboembolism
References
Gonal-F [package insert]. Rockland, MA: EMD Serono, Inc; 2020.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 9752
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