DIVA FSH 75IU INJ

What is Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) for:

It is used to help you get pregnant. It is used to help make sperm.

How does Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) work:

Follitropin alfa helps start the growth of ovarian follicles. It helps make sperm.

How should Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) be used:

It is given as a shot. Your doctor may teach you how to give the shot. Wash your hands before and after use. Throw away needles in a needlesharp disposal box and take the box back to your doctor when it is full.

Common side effects of Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) :

Irritation where the shot is given. Ovarian cyst. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Pimples (acne). Headache. Enlarged breasts. Over stimulation of the ovaries.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Call your doctor to find out what to do

What precautions should I take when taking Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) :

If you have an allergy to follitropin alfa or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Cancer where hormones make it grow, ovarian cysts, adrenal gland disease, thyroid gland disease, or vaginal bleeding. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant.

When do I need to seek medical help

If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Trouble breathing. Very bad belly pain or soreness. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very loose stools (diarrhea). A big weight gain. Very bad swelling. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.

Can I take Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) with other medicines:

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) :

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Pregnancy Category

Category A : Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).

Therapeutic Classification

Sex Hormones