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Chorionic Gonadotropin Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Chorionic gonadotropin 5000Units/10mL, 10000Units/10mL; pwd for IM inj after reconstitution; contains benzyl alcohol.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Chorionic Gonadotropin Indications
Indications
Ovulation induction in women with secondary ovarian failure who have been pretreated with human gonadotropins.
Chorionic Gonadotropin Dosage and Administration
Adult
5000–10000 Units IM one day after last dose of gonadotropins.
Children
Not applicable.
Chorionic Gonadotropin Contraindications
Contraindications
Androgen- or estrogen-dependent neoplasm. Ovarian enlargement and overstimulation while on gonadotropin therapy. Primary ovarian failure.
Chorionic Gonadotropin Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Chorionic Gonadotropin Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Cardiac or renal disease. Epilepsy. Migraine. Asthma. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Chorionic Gonadotropin Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Chorionic Gonadotropin Interactions
Chorionic Gonadotropin Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Ovarian hyperstimulation or enlargement, ascites, pleural effusion, ovarian cyst rupture, multiple births, arterial thromboembolism, headache, irritability, restlessness, depression, fatigue, edema, gynecomastia, local reactions.
Chorionic Gonadotropin Clinical Trials
See Literature
Chorionic Gonadotropin Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Novarel.
Chorionic Gonadotropin Patient Counseling
See Literature
