Product Details:
- Brand Name: Vitagon
- Form: Injectable solution
- Strength: 5000 IU per vial
- Active Ingredient: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG)
- Administration Route: Intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous injection
- Indication: Used in fertility treatments for both men and women.
How It Works:
- In women: Vitagon is used to trigger ovulation. It stimulates the ovaries to release a mature egg, which is necessary for fertilization.
- In men: It can help increase sperm production and improve testicular function in cases of low sperm count or certain types of infertility.
- Mimics LH: The hormone HCG acts similarly to luteinizing hormone (LH), which plays a key role in the ovulation cycle and the production of testosterone in men.
Who Should Use It?
- Women undergoing assisted reproduction treatments (such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intrauterine insemination (IUI)) who need ovulation induction.
- Men with low sperm count or testicular dysfunction that affects fertility.
- Used under the supervision of a healthcare provider or fertility specialist.
Usage Instructions:
- Dose: The dosage will depend on the specific condition and treatment plan, as determined by a healthcare provider.
- Administration: Intramuscular or subcutaneous injection as directed by a doctor, typically given once or a few times during a treatment cycle.
- Injection Site: Common injection sites are the upper thigh or abdomen for subcutaneous injection, and the upper outer quadrant of the buttocks for intramuscular injection.
Warnings & Precautions:
- Monitor for ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) in women, which can be a potential side effect of ovulation induction.
- Pregnancy Test: A pregnancy test is typically done to confirm if ovulation was successful and to monitor for early pregnancy signs.
- Allergic Reactions: While rare, some people may experience allergic reactions to HCG, including rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
- Multiple pregnancies: The use of Vitagon may increase the risk of multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets, etc.).
Storage Instructions:
- Store Vitagon injections in a refrigerator (2–8°C).
- Do not freeze the medication.
- Keep the vials in their original packaging to protect from light.