How much does Fostimon cost?

Is Fostimon the same as Gonal F?

There are different preparations called Merinol, Gonal F and Fostimon, all of which contain approximately the same primary drug called follicle stimulating hormone (FSH).

Is FSH expensive?

FSH is a relatively expensive drug, substantially contributing to the total expenses of assisted reproductive techniques (ART).

Can I get pregnant at 38?

Even some studies based on historical birth records are more optimistic than what the press normally reports: One found that, in the days before birth control, 89 percent of 38-year-old women were still fertile. Another concluded that the typical woman was able to get pregnant until somewhere between ages 40 and 45.

When is FSH injection given?

You will need to begin your FSH injections within 3-5 days following your menstrual period; therefore, call the day of your menstrual period to notify our office that you are ready to start FSH. If your menstrual period starts on Saturday or Sunday, call first thing Monday morning after 8:30.

How much does progesterone injections cost?

Intramuscular Solution

Does menopur help with egg quality?

I am a believer in the “mixed protocol” which uses both pure FSH and a combination FSH/LH (my preference is Follistim/Menopur). Many studies have shown benefit to having LH present in the follicular phase. It has been found to increase the egg quality although there is not real technology to determine egg quality.

What is the use of FSH?

In women, FSH helps control the menstrual cycle and stimulates the growth of eggs in the ovaries. FSH levels in women change throughout the menstrual cycle, with the highest levels happening just before an egg is released by the ovary. This is known as ovulation. In men, FSH helps control the production of sperm.

How long does FSH injections take to work?

Ovarian Stimulation Process The day that you will start FSH, and the dosage that is required will be decided by your doctor. Never take more or less FSH than is prescribed. Usually, you will take FSH injections for 3-4 days before you will be monitored for the first time.

Is hCG the same as FSH?

Description. Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a dimer consisting of a 145 amino acid beta-subunit that is unique to hCG and a 92 amino acid alpha-subunit. The alpha-subunit is identical to that for luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).

How are fostimon injections used to treat infertility?

Fostimon injections contain the active ingredient urofollitropin, which is a form of a natural sex hormone called follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). It is extracted and highly purified from the urine of post menopausal women. It has the same effects as natural FSH and is used in the treatment of infertility.

How often should you inject fostimon per day?

Fostimon will be given as 1 injection per day by the subcutaneous route. For example, (by the intramuscular route). injection should be used as soon as it is prepared. may ask you to inject Fostimon yourself. of injection. considered for self-administration by patients. following instructions carefully.

What do you need to know about FSH injections?

It provides the hormone (FSH) that helps cause the ovaries to produce eggs. This medication is usually used in combination with another hormone (hCG) for the growth and release of a mature egg (ovulation).

What are the side effects of follicle stimulating hormone injections?

Common side effects may include: redness, swelling, or bruising where an injection was given; an ovarian cyst; headache, tiredness; breast pain or swelling; stuffy nose, sneezing, sinus pain; acne; or nausea.