Does puregon improve egg quality?

How does Puregon work? The active substance in Puregon, follitropin beta, is a copy of the natural hormone follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). In the body, FSH regulates the reproductive function: in women, it stimulates the production of eggs, and in men, it stimulates the production of sperm by the testicles.

How long does it take for puregon to work?

Puregon 300 IU, 600 IU and 900 IU is available in packs containing one cartridge. After subcutaneous administration of Puregon, maximum concentration of FSH is reached within about 12 hours.

What does puregon do in IVF?

Puregon can be used to cause ovulation in women who have not responded to treatment with clomiphene citrate. Puregon can be used to bring about the development of multiple follicles in women undergoing assisted reproduction technologies (ART) such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF).

What are the side effects of puregon?

Side Effects of Puregon

pain in your lower stomach area.
nausea.
vomiting.
weight gain.
diarrhea.
decreased urine output.
trouble breathing.

Where do you inject puregon?

Using the pen, injections just under the skin (in the stomach or thigh) can be given by you or your partner. Your doctor will tell you when and how to do this. When the instructions are followed carefully, PUREGON will be administered properly and with minimal discomfort.

How long is puregon injection?

The dose is continued for at least 5 to 7 days. If there is no response, the daily dose will be gradually increased until an adequate response is obtained. The daily dose is then maintained until a follicle of adequate size is present. An hCG injection (to stimulate ovulation) is given after the last PUREGON injection.

Is puregon better than Gonal F?

In the present prospective, randomized study we were able to show that Gonal-F® and Puregon® were equally effective in terms of number of oocytes collected, the quality and number of embryos obtained, embryos frozen as well as in ongoing pregnancy rates per cycle (including fresh and frozen–thawed cycles).

How many follicles is normal?

The number of antral follicles varies every month. A woman is considered to have adequate or normal ovarian reserve if the antral follicle count is 6-10. If the count is less than 6 the ovarian reserve could be considered to be low, whereas a high reserve is greater than 12.

How do I use Puregon solution?

The very first injection of PUREGON should be given by a health professional. PUREGON solution for injection in cartridges has been developed for use in the PUREGON Pen. The separate instructions for using the pen must be followed carefully. Do not use the cartridge if the solution contains particles or if the solution is not clear.

What should I do if I Forget an iupuregon injection?

PUREGON is usually prescribed at a dose of 75 IU daily or 2-3 times a week, in combination with another hormone (hCG) for at least 3 months. If you forget an injection or are not sure what to do, contact your doctor or nurse immediately for advice.

What is pupuregon solution for injection?

PUREGON solution for injection contains follitropin beta, a hormone known as follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). FSH belongs to the group of gonadotrophins, which play an important role in human fertility and reproduction. FSH is needed in women for the growth and development of follicles in the ovaries.

What happens if I miss a dose of pupuregon?