Menotropin (hMG): Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Menotropin (hMG) is a fertility hormone injection. It is a prescription medicine used for infertility treatment and ovulation induction. In Pakistan it is available as injections and solution, made by 8 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Menotropin (hMG) works
Menotropin contains follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinising hormone (LH), purified from human sources. FSH makes the egg-containing follicles in the ovaries grow and mature, while LH supports the hormone production they need. In men, the same hormones act on the testes to support sperm production.
What is Menotropin (hMG) used for?
- Infertility treatment and ovulation induction
Menotropin (hMG) is a fertility treatment used under the care of a fertility specialist. In women it stimulates the ovaries to develop follicles, either to bring on ovulation in women who are not ovulating or to produce several eggs for IVF and other assisted conception techniques. It is also used in some men with low hormone levels to help stimulate sperm production.
Side effects of Menotropin (hMG)
Some side effects of Menotropin (hMG) come from the injection itself and others from the stimulated ovaries. Common ones include:
- Pain, redness or bruising at the injection site
- Headache
- Bloating or lower abdominal discomfort
- Nausea
- Mood changes
Seek urgent help for severe abdominal pain or swelling, rapid weight gain, vomiting, reduced urine or breathlessness, which can be signs of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Also seek help for pain or swelling in a leg, or chest pain.
Precautions and warnings
- It is used only with careful monitoring by ultrasound scans and hormone blood tests, so attend every appointment.
- Treatment increases the chance of twins or more babies.
- Tell your specialist about any thyroid, adrenal or pituitary problems, ovarian cysts, or a history of blood clots.
- Store and inject it exactly as your clinic shows you, and do not use it if you are already pregnant.
- Report any unusual symptoms between appointments to your fertility team.
Frequently asked questions about Menotropin (hMG)
What is the price of Menotropin (hMG) in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Menotropin (hMG) products currently in stock range from Rs 1,427 to Rs 7,386 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Folinis Inj 75iu Vial at Rs 1,427. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Menotropin (hMG) are available in Pakistan?
Menotropin (hMG) is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Puregon (Obs), Ferti (Livzon Phaarmaciutical), Folinis (Geofman Pharmaceuticals), Ivfm (LG Life Sciences), Olinis (Genome Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Hmg (Excel Healthcare Laboratories Ltd), Ivf-m (Galaxy) and Gonal (Martin Dow Pharmaceuticals Ltd Marker).Do I need a prescription for Menotropin (hMG)?
Yes. Menotropin (hMG) is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Menotropin (hMG) be used during pregnancy?
Store and inject it exactly as your clinic shows you, and do not use it if you are already pregnant.
Are all Menotropin (hMG) brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Menotropin (hMG) in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Menotropin (hMG) brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 10 products containing Menotropin (hMG) from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
