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How does it work?

Follitropin beta is a synthetic form of the naturally-occurring follicle stimulating hormone produced by recombinant DNA technology using Chinese hamster ovary cells. Follicle stimulating hormone is involved in the production and release of eggs from the ovary. This medicine is used in the management of female infertility and assisted reproduction. Furthermore it can be used to promote the development of multiple follicles in assisted reproduction programmes.

What is it used for?

- Female infertility
- Infertility in women caused by failure of ovulation

Use with caution in

- Disorders relating to hormone producing glands (endocrine disorders)

Not to be used in

- Breast cancer
- Breastfeeding
- Cancer of the hypothalamus
- Cancer of the ovaries
- Cancers of the pituitary gland in the brain
- Fibroids of the uterus
- Malformation of sex organs such that they can not support pregnancy
- Ovarian cysts
- Pregnancy
- Uterine cancer
- Vaginal bleeding of unknown cause

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

- This medicine should not be used in pregnancy. Seek medical advice from your doctor.
- This medicine should not be used by breastfeeding mothers. Discuss this with your doctor.

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