Does Gonal F cause spotting?
Do not worry if you have some ‘break- through’ bleeding if you are on a stimulation regimen using the contraceptive pill. This will not affect your response to the hormones later used to stimulate the ovaries. It is also common to still have some bleeding when you start Gonal F, Puregon or Menopur.
What happens if you take Gonal F while pregnant?
Gonal-F and Pregnancy It has been shown that women taking Gonal-F during pregnancy may have babies born with problems. There are no situations where the benefits of the medication for the mother outweigh the risks of harm to the baby. These medicines should never be used by pregnant women.
When do you feel effects of Gonal F?
Most people see results from Gonal-f (follitropin alfa) about 6 to 12 months after starting it, but for some it can take as long as 18 months to work.
How do you know Gonal F is working?
The only way to know whether Gonal F is working is to monitor with blood tests and ultrasound.
Is Bleeding normal in IVF pregnancy?
Although it is normal to worry following IVF treatment, women can rest assured that spotting after IVF is common and may not be a sign of complications. According to data, up to 40 percent of IVF patients experience some spotting throughout the IVF process.
Is spotting normal during IVF injections?
Is this normal? Yes, bleeding or spotting is the desired condition prior to IVF stimulation. Absence of bleeding may occur and should be brought to the attention of the medical staff prior to your baseline ultrasound.
Does Gonal F cause birth defects?
There is no human data that the use of gonadotropins (including Gonal-F alone or as part of IVF or ICSI cycles, increases the risk of congenital malformations. The risk of spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) is increased in women who have used gonadotropins products (including Gonal-F) to achieve pregnancy.
Can Gonal F cause cysts?
This medication may cause a condition known as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). This condition may occur during treatment and after treatment has been stopped….Induction of Ovulation.
| System Organ Class/Adverse Reactions | GONAL-F N=118a (288 treatment cyclesb) nc (%) |
|---|---|
| Ovarian Cyst | 17 (14.4%) |
What happens when you stop Gonal F?
OHSS may also happen after you stop using GONAL-F. Stop using GONAL-F and call your healthcare provider right away if you have symptoms of OHSS, including: trouble breathing. severe lower stomach (pelvic) area pain.
Can IVF meds cause spotting?
Although it is normal to worry following IVF treatment, women can rest assured that spotting after IVF is common and may not be a sign of complications.
Is spotting bleeding?
Spotting is defined as light vaginal bleeding that happens outside of your regular periods. Typically, spotting involves small amounts of blood. You may notice it on toilet paper after you’ve used the restroom, or in your underwear. It usually only requires a panty liner if you need protection, not a pad or tampon.
What are the side effects of Gonal-F?
Tell your doctor if you have unlikely but serious side effects of Gonal-F including: swelling of ankles/hands/feet. The dose of Gonal-F to stimulate development of the follicle is individualized. The recommended initial dose of the first cycle is 75 IU.
What are the side effects of follicle stimulating hormone?
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have symptoms of OHSS during or shortly after using follicle stimulating hormone: 1 severe pain in your lower stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; 2 bloating, rapid weight gain; 3 little or no urination; or 4 trouble breathing.
What is Gonal-F injection used for?
What Is Gonal-F? Gonal-F (follitropin alfa) Injection is a naturally occurring hormone used to stimulate a follicle (egg) to develop and mature. Gonal-F is used when a woman desires pregnancy and her ovaries can produce a follicle but hormonal stimulation is not sufficient to make the follicle mature.
What is the dose of Gonal-F to stimulate follicle development?
The dose of Gonal-F to stimulate development of the follicle is individualized. The recommended initial dose of the first cycle is 75 IU. Doses may range up to 300 IU per day depending on patient response.