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Fostine 150iu Injection

By ZYDUS HEALTHCARE LIMITED
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1 Injection(s) in Injection
MRP 1420.00
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Fostine 150 IU Description

Fostine Injection is used to treat infertility in women who are not ovulating (producing an egg) properly and male infertility (men with low sperm count). It contains human menopausal gonadotropin or

hMG (also called Menotropin ) as its active ingredient, which belongs to a class of medications known as a sex hormone. Fostine Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Avoid self-injecting this medicine. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting treatment with Fostine Injection.

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Product Summary

Offer Price₹1249.60
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ContainsHuman Menopausal Gonadotrophin(150.0 Iu)
UsesInfertility in male & female
Side effectsPain at the injection site, headache, stomach cramps
TherapyDRUGS FOR FEMALE INFERTILITY
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uses

Uses of Fostine 150 IU

  • It helps women in treating infertility (unable to get pregnant).
  • It also helps in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment or other types of assisted conception.
  • It is also used in men to increase sperm count.
contraindications

Contraindications of Fostine 150 IU

  • If you are allergic to human chorionic gonadotropin or any of the other ingredients of Fostine Injection.
  • If you have a tumor of the hypothalamus or pituitary gland (in the brain).
  • If you have a cyst in the ovaries.
  • If you have vaginal bleeding due to an unknown reason.
  • If you have womb cancer.
  • If you have a cyst in the ovaries.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • If you are having early menopause.
  • If your womb has been removed.
  • If you have any problems associated with reproductive organs.
sideEffects

Side effects of Fostine 150 IU

  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Pain and reaction at the injection site
  • Headache
  • Stomach cramps
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Fostine 150 IU

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Fostine 150iu Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Fostine Injection is not recommended for be used during pregnancy.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Fostine 150iu Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not recommended to breastfeeding mothers.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Fostine 150iu Injection?
A:
It is not expected that Fostine Injection will affect your ability to drive, but if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert, then avoid driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Fostine 150iu Injection?
A:
There is limited information about the effects of Fostine Injection on alcohol, but avoid taking alcohol in excessive amounts.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You experience symptoms like pain and swelling in the stomach, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, producing less urine etc. It can be a sign of a high level of activity in ovaries a...
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  • You experience any kind of such symptoms even after stopping the treatment with Fostine Injection.
  • You observe weight gain during the treatment.
  • You are overweight, have any kind of blood disorder or have a family history with blood clotting disease, which can increase the risk of blood clot formation inside the blood vessels in pregnant women...
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  • During the treatment with Fostine Injection or such hormonal medicine, you may be at the risk of multiple pregnancies (pregnant with more than one child), ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside of the w...
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  • Regular check on dose and symptoms helps in reducing the risk of getting these symptoms.
  • The doctor might suggest ultrasounds and blood tests to monitor your response to treatment.
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Mode of Action of Fostine 150 IU

How Does It Work?

  • In females, it works by facilitating the production and maturation of follicles (which contain eggs) in the ovaries or induce ovulation (egg production) in a woman.
  • In males, it works by works by increasing male hormone production (testosterone), which helps in treating conditions like low sperm count.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Fostine 150 IU

  • Fostine Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
  • Do not self-inject this medicine.
  • Follow the instructions suggested by your doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.
interactions

Interactions of Fostine 150 IU

Interactions with other medicines

  • Fostine Injection may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, inform your doctor if you have a planned...
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  • Especially if you are taking any other medicines used in the treatment of female infertility such as clomiphene citrate, as it may increase the effect on ovaries.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Fostine 150 IU

  • Store this injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Fostine 150 IU

Overdose

The doctor and nurse usually give this Fostine Injection; the chances of overdose are less because the treatment and the dose will be specific to the patient. However, in case of any discomfort after ...
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Missed a Dose

The doctor or nurse usually gives Fostine Injection in the hospital or a clinic. Therefore, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you feel that a dose has been missed, then please inform...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Nancy Dixit

B. Pharm, M. Pharm

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is the use of Fostine Injection?

A: It used to treat infertility in women who are not ovulating (producing an egg) properly, male infertility.

Q: Can Fostine Injection be used for males?

A: Yes, Fostine Injection can be used in males. This injection helps certain boys in normal sexual development and is also used to increase sperm count.

Q: What is the work of Fostine Injection?

  • Fostine Injection is similar to a hormone that is naturally found in your body called gonadotropin, which helps in reproduction and fertility. In females, it works by facilitating the production and m...
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  • In males, it works by works by increasing male hormone production (testosterone), which helps in treating conditions like low sperm count.
Last Updated on: 22 Jun 2022 | 08:56 PM (IST)

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