What Is HCG Pregnyl?
HCG Pregnyl is a prescription medication that was approved over 25 years ago for female fertility issues and pediatric hormone therapy. HCG Pregnyl is distributed by the Schering-Plough Corporation and is referred to as Pregnyl.
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What Is Pregnyl?
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Pregnyl is the liquid, purified prescription form of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG). Pregnyl contains the luteinizing hormone (LH) and the follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) which, when produced naturally in the female human body during the course of a normal menstrual cycle, trigger ovulation.
Why Is Pregnyl Used?
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Pregnyl has been used to treat fertility issues. Pregnyl may be administered to women after first finishing a round of another medication, called menotropins, to cause ovulation. Pregnyl may also be used in prepubescent boys to initiate the dropping of the testicles.
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How Is Pregnyl Used?
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Pregnyl is administered by a medical professional with a syringe in the form of an intramuscular injection.
Dosage
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A woman receiving Pregnyl for fertility-related issues will typically receive only one dose. Young boys receiving treatment often get three doses of Pregnyl per week for approximately three weeks.
Side Effects
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Common side effects of Pregnyl include headaches, drowsiness and soreness at the injection site. Women should be especially aware of abdominal pain or swelling, chest pain, slurred speech or weakness on one side of the body; any signs of severe allergic reactions should be discussed with medical professionals immediately.
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