Storage:

Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.

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What is:

Branded as Medrol® and Medrone® by Pharmacia.
Methylprednisolone is a potent corticosteroid with an anti-inflammatory activity.
Methylprednisolone is administered as a tablet

Side effect:

May cause dizziness, nausea, indigestion, increased appetite, weight gain, weakness or sleep disturbances. These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience:
vomiting of blood, black or tarry stools, puffing of the face, swelling of the ankles or feet, unusual weight gain, prolonged sore throat or fever, muscle weakness, breathing difficulties, mood changes, vision changes. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash:
itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

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Storage:

• Store at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) 
• Away from sunlight and moisture.
  

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Branded as Crinone® by Serono and Actavis
Progesterone Vaginal Gel 8% makes luteal phase support more comfortable and convenient for infertile women. Progesterone Vaginal Gel is preferred by patients due to its once-daily application via a pre-filled vaginal applicator.

Side effect:

Bloating, cramps; constipation or diarrhea; dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea; breast pain or swelling; or pain during intercourse might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor promptly: pain/swelling/redness of an arm or leg; one-sided muscle weakness, vision problems, unusual vaginal discharge, stomach pain, trouble breathing. Unlikely but report promptly:
fainting, itching, skin rash, mood changes. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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Storage:

• Storage for brief periods between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. 
• Protect from light and moisture. 
• Store the 0.25 mg strength in the refrigerator at 36-46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C).
  

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Branded as Cetrotide® by Serono.
Cetrorelix is used in women undergoing fertility treatments (controlled ovarian stimulation). It helps control the hormone levels that cause an egg to release from the ovaries (prevents premature ovulation).
Cetrorelix is administered by SubQ injection (just below the skin).

Side effect:

Nausea; headache; or pain, redness, irritation, and itching at the injection site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: swelling/pain/cramping of the stomach (abdomen). If you notice any other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

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Branded as <B>Antagon®</B> and <B>Orgalutran®</B> by Organon.<BR><BR>
Ganirelix is used as a fertility medicine to prevent premature luteinizing hormone (LH) surges in women undergoing the fertility procedure of controlled ovarian hyperstimulation. LH is involved in ovulation, which is the development of eggs in the ovaries. Ganirelix may help reduce the need for follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) , which is also involved in ovulation.<BR><BR>
Ganirelix is administered by SubQ injection just (below the skin).

Side effect:

Stop taking this medicine and get emergency help immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common: Abdominal pain (severe); nausea and vomiting; weight gain (rapid).
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common:nausea; vaginal bleeding 
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue to occur or are bothersome: Less common 
Headache; redness, pain or swelling at injection site 
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.

Storage:

Store vial and ampule of diluent at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). After mixing, discard any unused solution. Do not freeze.

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Side effect:

This medication may cause nausea, vomiting, hot flashes, night sweats; bone, joint or muscle pain; swelling of hands, feet or ankles; headache; vaginal dryness, inflammation or discharge; reduced sexual desire, mental/mood changes, dizziness, drowsiness, weight gain, inflamed gums, trouble swallowing, persistent pain at injection site, acne or difficulty urinating. Notify your doctor promptly if these symptoms persist or worsen. Notify your doctor promptly if you develop any of the following symptoms: rapid heartbeat, chest pain, fever, unusual weakness, testicular or prostate pain (men), vaginal bleeding (women). In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

Storage:

Before mixing, the powder may be stored at

• Room temperature or refrigerated (36°F-77°F / 2°C-25°C)
• Away from light and moisture until expiration date.
• Use immediately after mixing.
• Discard any unused portion of the vial.

Contents:

• 1 vial with dry powder containing 75 IU of FSH and 75 IU of LH.
• 1 ampoule containing clear solvent. 
  

What is:

For Sub-Q branded as Repronex® in the United States and as Menopur® throughout the rest of the world by Ferring.
Also for Sub-Q branded as Merional® by IBSA. There is also a generic HMG.
HMG in conjunction with hCG, is indicated for multiple follicular development (controlled ovarian stimulation) and ovulation induction in patients who have previously received pituitary suppression.

Side effect:

Headache, stomach pain, irritability, restlessness, mood changes, fatigue, Dizziness. You may also experience pain or irritation at the injection site. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: swelling of the ankles or feet, leg pain, chest pain, breathing difficulty, flu-like symptoms including fever, chills, musculoskeletal aches, joint pains, nausea, headaches,. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

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Branded as Bravelle® by Ferring, Fertinex®, Metrodin HP® and Neo-fertinorm® by Serono, and Fostimon® by IBSA.
Urofollitropin is used in combination with hCG hormone to assist in ovulation and fertility if clomiphene treatment fails. The medication is also used with in-vitro fertilization methods.

Side effect:

Breast tenderness, mild diarrhea, nausea or vomiting might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: bloating, pelvic or belly pain, redness/pain/ swelling at the injection site. Unlikely but report promptly: breathing problems, leg swelling or pain, one-sided muscle weakness, vision changes. Very unlikely but report promptly: severe stomach/abdominal pain, decreased urine amount, rapid weight gain, fever, skin rash or hives. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

Storage:

Before mixing, the powder may be stored refrigerated or at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Use immediately after mixing. Discard any unused portion of the vial.

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What is:

For Sub-Q branded as Repronex® in the United States and as Menopur® throughout the rest of the world by Ferring.
For I/M branded as Menogon® by Ferring. There is also a generic HMG.
HMG in conjunction with hCG, is indicated for multiple follicular development (controlled ovarian stimulation) and ovulation induction in patients who have previously received pituitary suppression.

Side effect:

Headache, stomach pain, irritability, restlessness, mood changes, fatigue, Dizziness. You may also experience pain or irritation at the injection site. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: swelling of the ankles or feet, leg pain, chest pain, breathing difficulty, flu-like symptoms including fever, chills, musculoskeletal aches, joint pains, nausea, headaches,. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

Storage:

Before mixing, the powder may be stored at

• Room temperature or refrigerated (36°F-77°F / 2°C-25°C)
• Away from light and moisture until expiration date.
• Use immediately after mixing.
• Discard any unused portion of the vial.
  

Contents:

• 1 vial of dry powder.
• 1 pre-filled syringe containing clear solvent.
• 1 long needle 1.2 X 40mm 18G for mixing and 1 short needle 0.4 X 12mm 27G for subcutaneous injection.
  

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Side effect:

Dizziness, fever, chills; redness, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site; nausea, headache, breast tenderness, vaginal breakthrough bleeding in women, or acne or tiredness in men may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: bloating, muscle pain, joint pain, swelling or pain in the arms or legs, stomach pain, unusual weight gain for women, breast pain or swelling in men. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusually fast heartbeat, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

Storage:

The product may be stored by the patient at 2-8° C (36-46° F) until the expiration date, or at 25° C (77° F) for 3 months, or until the expiration date, whichever occurs first. Once the rubber inlay of a cartridge is pierced by a needle, the product may be stored for a maximum of 28 days. Protect from light. Do not freeze.

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Branded as Follistim® in the United States and as Puregon® throughout the rest of the world by Organon.
Follitropin Beta is a gonadotrophin hormone and consists of highly purified rFSH (recombinant follicle stimulating hormone) with neither urinary proteins nor LH (lutenising hormone). Since it is very pure, Follitropin Beta may be administered subcutaneously (just below the skin).
Follitropin Beta is used to treat fertility problems. It is used in combination with another hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotrophin) to stimulate the ovaries in women or used alone to stimulate sperm production in men, depending on the type of fertility problem being treated by your doctor.

Side effect:

Dizziness, fever, chills; redness, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site; nausea, headache, breast tenderness, vaginal breakthrough bleeding in women, or acne or tiredness in men may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: bloating, muscle pain, joint pain, swelling or pain in the arms or legs, stomach pain, unusual weight gain for women, breast pain or swelling in men. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusually fast heartbeat, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

Storage:

The product may be stored by the patient at 2-8° C (36-46° F) until the expiration date, or at 25° C (77° F) for 3 months, or until the expiration date, whichever occurs first. Once the rubber inlay of a cartridge is pierced by a needle, the product may be stored for a maximum of 28 days. Protect from light. Do not freeze.

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What is:

Branded as Follistim® in the United States and as Puregon® throughout the rest of the world by Organon.
Follitropin Beta is a gonadotrophin hormone and consists of highly purified rFSH (recombinant follicle stimulating hormone) with neither urinary proteins nor LH (lutenising hormone). Since it is very pure, Follitropin Beta may be administered subcutaneously (just below the skin).
Follitropin Beta is used to treat fertility problems. It is used in combination with another hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotrophin) to stimulate the ovaries in women or used alone to stimulate sperm production in men, depending on the type of fertility problem being treated by your doctor.

Side effect:

Dizziness, fever, chills; redness, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site; nausea, headache, breast tenderness, vaginal breakthrough bleeding in women, or acne or tiredness in men may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: bloating, muscle pain, joint pain, swelling or pain in the arms or legs, stomach pain, unusual weight gain for women, breast pain or swelling in men. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusually fast heartbeat, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.

Storage:

The product may be stored by the patient at 2-8° C (36-46° F) until the expiration date, or at 25° C (77° F) for 3 months, or until the expiration date, whichever occurs first. Once the rubber inlay of a cartridge is pierced by a needle, the product may be stored for a maximum of 28 days. Protect from light. Do not freeze.

Contents:

What is:

Branded as Follistim® in the United States and as Puregon® throughout the rest of the world by Organon.
Follitropin Beta is a gonadotrophin hormone and consists of highly purified rFSH (recombinant follicle stimulating hormone) with neither urinary proteins nor LH (lutenising hormone). Since it is very pure, Follitropin Beta may be administered subcutaneously (just below the skin).
Follitropin Beta is used to treat fertility problems. It is used in combination with another hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotrophin) to stimulate the ovaries in women or used alone to stimulate sperm production in men, depending on the type of fertility problem being treated by your doctor.

Side effect:

Dizziness, fever, chills; redness, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site; nausea, headache, breast tenderness, vaginal breakthrough bleeding in women, or acne or tiredness in men may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: bloating, muscle pain, joint pain, swelling or pain in the arms or legs, stomach pain, unusual weight gain for women, breast pain or swelling in men. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: unusually fast heartbeat, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.