Human chorionic gonadotropin

What Are The Uses Of Human chorionic gonadotropin?

Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is a hormone in females which supports development, the release of an egg during ovulation. It is used in medicine for:

• Improving fertility in both males and females
• Treating sex – hormone linked conditions such as undeveloped sexual traits in girls
• Treat low sperm count in men and undescended testes in young men.

What Are The Side Effects Of Human chorionic gonadotropin?

The most common side effects of Human chorionic gonadotropin are:

• Fatigue, restlessness
• Depression, headache
• Irritability, oedema
• Pain at injection site.

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Human chorionic gonadotropin?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hypersensitivity towards Human chorionic gonadotropin or any other allergies.
• Heart disease
• Ovarian cysts
• Migraines
• Kidney disease
• Seizures
• Pregnancy