Follicle Stimulating Hormone Benefits & Uses

Follicle Stimulating Hormone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Female Infertility

Other Benefits

Male Hypogonadism
Low Sperm Count (Read More - How to increase sperm count)

Follicle Stimulating Hormone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Female Infertility Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 75 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Follitropin alpha Injection
Adult(Male)	Disease: Low Sperm Count Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 225 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 Weekly Course Duration: 12 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Follicle Stimulating Hormone Related Warnings

Is the use of Follicle Stimulating Hormone safe for pregnant women?

Follicle Stimulating Hormone can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Follicle Stimulating Hormone safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Follicle Stimulating Hormone. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Follicle Stimulating Hormone on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Follicle Stimulating Hormone on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Follicle Stimulating Hormone on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Follicle Stimulating Hormone on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Follicle Stimulating Hormone will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Follicle Stimulating Hormone on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Follicle Stimulating Hormone on the heart, information on safety of Follicle Stimulating Hormone for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Follicle Stimulating Hormone with Other Drugs

Follicle Stimulating Hormone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Ganirelix

Follicle Stimulating Hormone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Follicle Stimulating Hormone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ovarian Cysts
Allergy
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Follicle Stimulating Hormone

Is this Follicle Stimulating Hormone habit forming or addictive?

Follicle Stimulating Hormone does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Follicle Stimulating Hormone does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Follicle Stimulating Hormone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Follicle Stimulating Hormone in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Follicle Stimulating Hormone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Follicle Stimulating Hormone

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Follicle Stimulating Hormone and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Follicle Stimulating Hormone

Information about the interaction of Follicle Stimulating Hormone and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown