FOLIGRAF 150 IU Injection

Foligraf Injection

WHAT IS FOLIGRAF?

FOLIGRAF contains Follicle stimulating hormone which belongs to the group of gonadotrophins, which play an important role in human fertility and reproduction

WHAT FOLIGRAF IS USED FOR?

It is used to treat infertility in any of the following situations:

WOMEN

In women who do not ovulate and do not respond to treatment with clomiphene citrate, FOLIGRAF can be used to cause ovulation
In women undergoing assisted reproduction techniques, including in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and other methods, FOLIGRAF can bring about the development of multiple follicles

MEN

In men who are infertile due to lowered hormone levels, FOLIGRAF can be used to produce sperm

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

FOLIGRAF is administered by doctor or nurse
Your doctor will decide on your starting dose
This dose may be adjusted during your treatment period and it vary according to your health condition and body weight

SIDE EFFECTS OF FOLIGRAF:

SERIOUS

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

• Ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome (OHSS)
• Pain in the stomach, feeling sick or diarrhoea is the first symptoms
• Enlargement of the ovaries, accumulation of fluid in the abdomen and/or chest (which may cause sudden weight to gain due to fluid buildup) and the occurrence of blood clots in the circulation
• Stomach pains or any of the other symptoms of ovarian hyper stimulation, also if this occurs some days after the last injection

COMMON

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

• Injection site reactions (such as bruising, pain, redness, swelling and itching)
• Pelvic pain
• Stomach pain and/or bloating
• Headache, rash, acne
• Some breast development
• Testicular cyst

RARE

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

• Blood clots
• Pregnancy outside the uterus (an ectopic pregnancy),
• Miscarriage and multiple pregnancies

STORAGE:

Keep this medicine out of reach of children
Store at (2-8°C) (in a refrigerator)
Do not freeze
The contents of a vial should be used immediately after piercing the rubber stopper

HOW FOLIGRAF INJECTION WORKS

In females, Foligraf 150IU Injection works by stimulating the release of estrogen which helps in the growth and development of the egg before release. It also helps to develop more follicles (eggs) in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology procedures.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Foligraf 150IU Injection.

Pregnancy

Foligraf Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

Information regarding the use of Foligraf Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Foligraf Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Foligraf Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Foligraf Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE FOLIGRAF INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Foligraf Injection, please consult your doctor.