Merional Hg 150 Iu 1 Vial

Merional Hg150 IU injections are used to stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs. They may also be used in men with low or absent sperm counts associated with low hormone levels. The injections contain hormones that help regulate reproductive system functions and should only be used under the supervision of a specialist.

Merional 150 Ingredients

Merional injections contain 150 international units (IU) of menotropin, a combination of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). In women, these hormones help stimulate egg development, while in men, they support sperm production when used as part of an appropriate treatment plan.

Uses of Merional 150

Your doctor may prescribe Merional injections for the following conditions:

• Ovulation disorders or lack of ovulation: To stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs, particularly when there is no adequate response to medications such as clomiphene.

• Assisted reproductive techniques: To stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs before egg retrieval and subsequent treatment procedures.

• Low or absent sperm counts in men: In certain cases caused by hypogonadism associated with hormone deficiency, as determined by a doctor.

How to Use Merional Injections

• Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and treatment duration based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

• For ovulation disorders: The usual starting dose may range from 75 to 150 IU daily, with adjustments based on ovarian response and medical monitoring.

• Before assisted reproductive procedures: The dose may range from 150 to 225 IU daily. Your doctor will determine the dose and when to start treatment according to the protocol being used.

• For men: Doses ranging from 75 to 150 IU may be administered two to three times per week, depending on the condition and treatment plan. Improvement in sperm production may take several months, and regular medical monitoring is necessary.

• The injections are administered intramuscularly or subcutaneously, depending on the formulation and your doctor's instructions.

Important: These doses are for general guidance only and may not be suitable for everyone. Do not use Merional injections or change the prescribed dose without medical supervision and appropriate monitoring of your response to treatment.

Side Effects of Merional Injections

Some side effects may occur, including:

• Headache.

• Pain or redness at the injection site.

• Abdominal pain and bloating.

• Diarrhea.

• Ovarian cyst formation.

• Ovarian hyperstimulation, which may cause severe abdominal pain, significant abdominal swelling, nausea, or vomiting.

• In men: Breast enlargement, acne, or weight gain may occur.

Seek urgent medical attention if you experience severe abdominal pain, shortness of breath, or rapid weight gain, as these may indicate complications requiring immediate assessment.

Contraindications of Merional

Inform your doctor about your medical history before using these injections. Merional may be contraindicated in the following cases:

• Allergy to menotropin or any of the product's ingredients.

• Tumors of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus.

• Ovarian, uterine, or breast tumors in women, or sex hormone-dependent tumors in men.

• Enlarged ovaries or ovarian cysts unrelated to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

• Ovarian failure or premature menopause when a response to treatment is not expected.

• Malformations of the reproductive organs or uterine fibroids that prevent pregnancy.

• Vaginal bleeding of unknown cause.

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding, unless otherwise determined by the doctor following medical assessment.

• In men: Forms of hypogonadism that are not expected to respond to hormonal treatment, including certain cases of testicular damage.

Storage Instructions

• Keep out of the reach of children.

• Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

• Keep in the original packaging to protect the product from light and moisture.

• Do not use the injections after the expiry date or if you notice any unusual changes in their appearance.