Follitropin beta

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Follitropin beta is a biopharmaceutical that is identical to follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) produced by the human pituitary gland. FSH is a gonadotropin, a hormone that stimulates the growth and recruitment of immature ovarian follicles in the ovaries. In men, FSH enhances the production of sperm.

Uses[edit | edit source]

Follitropin beta is used in the treatment of infertility in women who do not make enough FSH. It is also used in men to stimulate sperm production. It is used in combination with another hormone called luteinizing hormone (LH).

Side Effects[edit | edit source]

Common side effects of follitropin beta include headache, nausea, vomiting, mild stomach pain, bloating, and redness or pain at the injection site. Serious side effects include pelvic pain, swelling of the hands or legs, stomach pain and swelling, shortness of breath, weight gain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, and urinating less than usual.

Precautions[edit | edit source]

Before using follitropin beta, patients should inform their doctor if they have a history of heart disease, kidney disease, cancer of the reproductive organs, or if they are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Interactions[edit | edit source]

Follitropin beta may interact with other medications, including gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists and antagonists.

Dosage[edit | edit source]

The dosage of follitropin beta is based on the patient's medical condition and response to treatment. It is administered by injection under the skin or into a muscle.

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