FOLIGRAF 75 IU

FOLIGRAF or follicle stimulating hormone is given to help a lady get pregnant. This medicine is used to help make sperm by causing the growth of ovarian follicles.

How it works?

FOLIGRAF is used in combination with human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) to assist in ovulation and fertility. This medicine might be used with in-vitro fertilization methods also.

Important information about Medicine

Urofollitropin or FSH binds to the follicle stimulating hormone receptor which is a G-coupled transmembrane receptor. Binding of the FSH to its receptor induces phosphorylation and activates PI3K (Phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase) and Akt signals pathway, which is known to regulate many other metabolic and related survival/maturation functions in cells.

Dosage information

Initially, the doctor would give 150 IU daily SC/IM for the first 5 days. When administered for 7-12 days it results in follicular growth and maturation. The dosage might vary in conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, female infertility and in-vitro fertilization and male infertility.

Strengths available

FOLIGRAF is available in two strengths, 75 IU and 150IU at our store.

What if you miss a dose?

In case you miss any dose, get in touch with your doctor and get it administered immediately.

What if you overdose?

Although chances of overdose hardly exist, still make sure that you seek medical aid if you feel uncomfortable or notice any rashes or swelling in any part of the body.

Things to be taken care of

If allergic to any components present in FOLIGRAF inform your doctor about the same. This drug might react with certain foods and beverages make sure that you follow dietary instructions given by the doctor. Avoid taking alcohol as it might interfere in the working of this drug. In case you are breastfeeding notify your doctor about the same before taking FOLIGRAF.

Side Effects

Like any other medicine, FOLIGRAF might cause some minor to moderate side effects, such as:

• Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
• Abdominal pain
• Haemoperitoneum
• Ovarian cysts
• Pleural effusion
• Benign and malignant ovarian neoplasms
• Hypovolaemia
• Ascites
• Thromboembolic disorders
• Gynaecomastia in men
• Adnexal torsion
• Mild to moderate ovarian enlargement
• Formation of fluid sacs in ovaries

Seek immediate medical assistance for all these adverse reactions.

Interaction with other drugs

FOLIGRAF might show interactions with luteinizing hormone activity and could increase the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Make sure that you do not take any hormonal medicine with thus drug and inform your doctor about all the medicines that you are currently taking.

Doctors might advise you to take certain medicines when on FOLIGRAF, make sure that you follow the instructions carefully. Complete the course and do not stop in between when taking this sex hormone.