How do you feel after Gonal F?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank. SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, nausea, vomiting, mild stomach/abdominal pain, bloating, redness/pain at the injection site, or breast tenderness/pain may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
How long does it take for Gonal F to work?
Gonal-f (follitropin alfa) will be fully absorbed by the body about 11 to 20 hours after your dose, but it can take many months for you to start making more sperm. 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 long after Gonal F do you ovulate?
When the follicles reach a state of maturity as evidenced by your ultrasounds and estradiol results, your physician will have you take your hCG injection to trigger the release of the eggs from your ovaries. Most patients will ovulate 36-40 hours after the injection.
Does Gonal F speed up ovulation?
Multiple eggs increase the chances of success for treatments like IUI and IVF. Gonal F is also commonly used to increase the number of eggs retrieved and stored when women undergo an egg freezing cycle. Gonal F can be used to induce ovulation and pregnancy for women who ovulate irregularly.
How fast do follicles grow on GONAL F?
As the ovary is stimulated with FSH, some of the follicles will grow. Follicles grow approximately 2 mms per day so there is some predictability of when the follicles will reach the appropriate size for ovulation or retrieval.
Should you take GONAL F at the same time everyday?
GONAL-f is given as a course of daily injections. You should have your injection at the same time each day. Do not use GONAL-f on anyone else. It is for your use only.
When is the best time of day to take GONAL F?
get the desired response. The maximum daily dose of GONAL-f is usually not higher than 225 IU. 5,000 to 10,000 IU of hCG, 24 to 48 hours after your last GONAL-f injection. The best time to have sex is on the day of the hCG injection and the day after.
How long does it take for the egg to rupture after injection?
Ovulation (follicle rupture) usually occurs about 40-46 hours after the hCG is given. hCG is self-administered as an injection.
How fast do follicles grow on Gonal F?
How successful is Gonal F?
GONAL-f was as effective as human FSH in women who did not produce eggs or respond to clomiphene citrate: 84% of the women receiving GONAL-f produced eggs, compared with 91% of those receiving human FSH. GONAL-f was also as effective as human FSH at stimulating the ovaries during assisted reproductive techniques.
What are signs of poor egg quality?
A high day 2 or 3 FSH level, a low AMH level, a low antral follicle count (AFC), and a history of a poor response during stimulation in an IVF cycle are indicative of DOR (diminished ovarian reserve).
How much do follicles grow each day on Gonal F?
Are there any side effects after using Gonal F?
Many patients have no side effects during or after using Gonal-f, whereas others may develop mild side effects or adverse reactions, including injection site reactions (e.g. bruising, irritation, pain, swelling…), headaches, or develop ovarian cysts.
When to tell your provider about Gonal F?
If you feel extreme belly pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea within 7 to 10 days after finishing Gonal-f (follitropin alfa), tell your provider right away. In women, Gonal-f (follitropin alfa) can raise your risk of life-threatening lung problems and blood clots.
Where can I get a Gonal F injection?
Gonal-f (follitropin alfa) can be given at home. You don’t need to go to your provider’s office to receive your doses. But, you will need to be taught how to correctly give yourself the injection. The dose of Gonal-f (follitropin alfa) and the number of days you will use it for will be unique.
How does Gonal F work in a mens cycle?
In a Gonal F medicated cycle, multiple follicles may reach maturity and multiple eggs may be ovulated. For men, FSH stimulates the production of sperm and maintains sperm until they are ready to be released. *Please note that Gonal F is just one brand-name fertility medication that contains FSH.