Ferti-C Injection (5000 IU, 1 Vial) – Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) for Fertility Treatment

Description

Ferti-C 5000 IU Injection contains Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG), a hormone used in fertility treatment. It helps stimulate ovulation in women with infertility and supports the production of testosterone in men with hypogonadism. Administered under medical supervision, Ferti-C plays an important role in assisted reproductive techniques and in treating certain hormonal disorders.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) – 5000 IU

• Excipients: Mannitol, sodium chloride, sterile water for injection (for reconstitution)

Drug Class

• Hormone (Gonadotropin – Fertility Drug)

Dosage Form

• Injection – lyophilized powder vial with diluent for reconstitution

Uses / Indications

• Women:

  • Induction of ovulation in infertility

  • Support of luteal phase in assisted reproductive technologies (ART)

• Men:

  • Treatment of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (low testosterone due to pituitary disorders)

  • Treatment of undescended testes (cryptorchidism) in boys (except due to anatomical obstruction)

Dosage (general guidance, individualized by physician)

• Women (Infertility): Single injection of 5000–10,000 IU during ovulation induction protocols.

• Men (Hypogonadism): 1000–2000 IU, 2–3 times weekly for several weeks/months.

• Boys (Cryptorchidism): 4000 IU 3 times weekly for 3 weeks, or 500–1000 IU multiple times weekly (as prescribed).

• Administration: IM (intramuscular) or SC (subcutaneous) injection by healthcare provider.

In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: ovarian hyperstimulation in women, early puberty in boys, or excessive androgen effects.

• Management: supportive treatment; discontinue HCG therapy immediately.

Missed Dose

• Take the missed dose as soon as remembered, if close to schedule.

• Skip if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.

• Do not double dose.

How To Use

• Reconstitute vial with provided sterile water before injection.

• Administered intramuscularly (IM) or subcutaneously (SC) by a trained healthcare professional.

• Strictly follow doctor’s dosage schedule for fertility treatment.

When Not to Use (Contraindications)

• Known allergy to HCG or excipients

• Pregnancy (except fertility induction before conception)

• Breastfeeding

• Hormone-dependent tumors (prostate or breast cancer)

• Ovarian cysts or enlarged ovaries not due to PCOS

• Precocious puberty

Side Effects

Common:

• Injection site pain/swelling

• Headache, fatigue, irritability

• Nausea, bloating

Women:

• Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) – abdominal pain, swelling, weight gain, shortness of breath

Men:

• Acne, mood changes, gynecomastia (breast enlargement), water retention

Serious (rare):

• Blood clots, allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)

Precautions & Warnings

• Use only under medical supervision in fertility clinics.

• Women should be monitored for signs of OHSS after treatment.

• Risk of multiple pregnancy (twins/triplets) is increased.

• In men, monitor testosterone levels, sperm count, and prostate health.

• Avoid self-injection unless trained properly.

Drug Interactions

• May interact with other fertility drugs (e.g., clomiphene, menotropins) – risk of overstimulation.

• No major interactions with most other medicines, but always inform your doctor about ongoing treatments.

Storage / Disposal

• Store refrigerated at 2–8°C before reconstitution. Do not freeze.

• After reconstitution, use immediately (single-use vial).

• Dispose of unused vials, syringes, and needles in a sharps container.

Control Drug / Prescription Status

• Prescription-only medicine

• To be used under strict medical guidance in fertility and hormone therapy

Quick Tips

• Ferti-C supports both female fertility (ovulation induction) and male hormone balance/testicular development.

• Women must undergo ultrasound and hormone monitoring during treatment.

• Men should be aware of possible temporary side effects like acne or mood swings.

• Do not use without a doctor’s prescription; improper use may lead to hormonal imbalance.