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Causes the ovaries to release eggs (ovulation) in women who have polycystic ovary disease or a hormone problem that keeps them from ovulating.
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Urofollitropin
Bravelle
Uses
Causes the ovaries to release eggs (ovulation) in women who have polycystic ovary disease or a hormone problem that keeps them from ovulating.
Storage
- Store this medicine in the refrigerator or at room temperature, away from heat and light.
Any urofollitropin that has been prepared for injection (mixed in the syringe) should be used right away.
Throw away any unused medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Injectable.
Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
An IM shot is given in your muscle (upper arm, thigh, buttocks).
It is best to have a nurse or doctor show you how to give yourself the shot.
- Sometimes a family member or friend can be taught to give your medicine.
- Make sure you understand how to give the medicine correctly.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Severe pelvic pain with nausea, vomiting, and weight gain
Numbness or tingling in hands or feet
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to urofollitropin or if you are pregnant.
- Urofollitropin should not be used if you have certain types of thyroid or adrenal gland disorder, a pituitary tumor, unusual bleeding that you do not know the cause of, an ovarian cyst, or infertility that is caused by medical problems other than polycystic ovary disease--check with your doctor.
Missed Dose
- This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule.
- If you miss a dose, call your doctor for instructions.
Drug Interactions
- If you are breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before using this medicine.
This medicine may cause more than one egg at a time to be released from the ovary, and there is a chance you may become pregnant with more than one baby (twins, triplets, etc.).
- Talk with your doctor about this risk before you start using urofollitropin.
You need to work closely with your doctor and follow all instructions carefully for the best chance that this treatment will work.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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