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General Medication Fact Sheet for Puregon
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Puregon |
| Generic Name | Follitropin beta |
| Purpose | Stimulates follicle development in women undergoing fertility treatment; stimulates sperm production in men |
| Mechanism of Action | Recombinant follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) that binds to FSH receptors in the ovaries or testes |
| Dosage Forms | Injection solution |
| Available Strengths | 50 IU/0.5 mL, 75 IU/0.75 mL, 100 IU/mL, 150 IU/1.5 mL, 300 IU/0.36 mL, 600 IU/0.72 mL, 900 IU/1.08 mL |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically administered once daily, but frequency and dosage are highly individualized based on patient response |
| Common Side Effects | Headache, abdominal pain, nausea, ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), injection site reactions |
| Serious Side Effects | Severe OHSS, ectopic pregnancy, multiple pregnancy, ovarian torsion, thromboembolic events |
| Drug Interactions | Clomiphene citrate, GnRH agonists/antagonists |
| Important Notes | Use under the supervision of a fertility specialist; carefully follow injection instructions; monitor for signs of OHSS |
| Storage | Store in the refrigerator (2-8°C/36-46°F) until dispensed. Once opened, may be stored at room temperature for up to 28 days. Protect from light. |
| Missed Dose | Contact your doctor immediately for instructions; do not self-adjust the dosage |
| Alternatives | Gonal-F (follitropin alfa), Menopur (menotropins), Clomid (clomiphene citrate) |
Puregon Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gonal-F (follitropin alfa) | Recombinant FSH | Another recombinant FSH product, often used interchangeably with Puregon. |
| Menopur (menotropins) | Human menopausal gonadotropin (hMG) containing FSH and LH | Contains both FSH and LH, useful in some fertility protocols. |
| Clomid (clomiphene citrate) | Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) | Oral medication that stimulates ovulation, often used as a first-line treatment. |
Puregon Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Headache | Severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) |
| Abdominal pain | Ovarian torsion |
| Nausea | Ectopic pregnancy |
| Injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling) | Multiple pregnancy |
| Breast tenderness | Thromboembolic events (blood clots) |
Puregon Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anovulation (WHO Group I) | 50 IU daily | Dose adjusted based on ovarian response, up to 200 IU daily | Administered subcutaneously, typically for 7-14 days. |
| Controlled Ovarian Stimulation (IVF) | 150-225 IU daily | Dose adjusted based on ovarian response | Administered subcutaneously, starting on cycle day 2 or 3. |
| Male Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism | 150 IU three times weekly | Dose adjusted based on sperm production, may be combined with hCG | Administered subcutaneously for several months. |
Puregon Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $60 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $450 |
| From CPS | $366 |
