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Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection


Product introduction

Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection is used in the treatment of infertility in women. It is also helpful in the treatment of male hypogonadism (delayed puberty, and low sperm count). It works by releasing the eggs from the ovary in women and by increasing the testosterone level in men.

Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the right time to take the injection, so always follow your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site pain, headache, fatigue, and depression. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Male might notice acne, or sweating and deepening of the voice. If you experience dizziness, faint, abdominal pain, and vomiting after getting the injection, inform your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, or had an ovarian cyst, or had thyroid gland disorder. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should avoid alcohol or have to follow doctor advice related to diet while taking this medicine.

Uses of Lupi-HCG Injection


How to use Lupi-HCG Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Lupi-HCG Injection works

Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection is a sex hormone. In females, it helps in the release of eggs from the ovary. In males, it works by enhancing the production of testosterone which helps in treating conditions such as delayed puberty, and low sperm count.

Safety advice

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What if you forget to take Lupi-HCG Injection?

If you miss a dose of Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection, please consult your doctor.\n

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Quick tips

  • Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection is used together with another hormone called follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) for the treatment of infertility in women.
  • In men, it is used to help treat delayed puberty, undescended testes or oligospermia (low sperm count).
  • It is given as an injection into a muscle or under the skin.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you have severe pelvic pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden weight gain, trouble breathing, or decreased or no urination during treatment, as these could be symptoms of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
  • If your ovaries are overstimulated you should not have sex, or use barrier contraception for at least four days.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Luteinizing Hormone {LH}Analog
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Gonadotropins

Patient concerns

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She just checked that she is pregnant and doctor prescribed her LUPI-HCG 5000IU INJECTION .because last tym miscarriage. This injection is safe?
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Yes PATIENT injection is absolutely safe. Go ahead with it
My wife is pregnant so i want to consult about her problem . She is taking medicine duphaston,susten,revici,inj proluton depot 500,and lupi hcg 2000
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
These med are generally given in case of high risk pregnancy. These can be taken if required
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FAQs

What is Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection and what is it used for?

Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection contains a hormone called Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG), which is also produced naturally by the body. It is used in women, who have a problem with ovulation (release of an egg). It is also used along with other fertility medicines, to help produce eggs in women who are undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF). In males, it is used to treat conditions like delayed puberty, and low sperm cell count.

Is Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection painful?

Usually any injection can cause pain. There are reports that Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection can cause mild tenderness or tingling at the site of injection. This is quite normal for an injection procedure. However, if you experience unbearable pain after the injection, seek immediate medical advice.

Where do you inject Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection?

This medicine is injected in the supervision of medical healthcare professional only. When Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection injections are to be given in the muscles, it is preferred to inject it into the buttocks or the arms. If it is to be injected beneath the skin, then it is advised to pinch a part of the skin from the abdomen or front of thigh, and then inject the medicine.

Are there any chances of twins when treated with Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection?

Yes, being treated for infertility with Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection may increase the chances of getting pregnant with more than one child at the same time. In fact, it has been very commonly noticed that women develop twin pregnancy if being treated with this medicine. Consult your doctor for any such queries and follow the advice as directed.

Why do doctors suggest Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection injections for pregnancy?

Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection is a hormone that helps in pregnancy. It is responsible for the normal development of the egg in a woman's ovary. It also helps in ovulation by stimulating the release of the egg. While Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection is used in women to treat infertility, in men it is used to increase sperm count. It is usually not given if you are already pregnant. Consult your doctor and give a proper history before you start this medication.

Do Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection injections cause breast tenderness?

Yes, Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection injections can sometimes lead to breast pain and enlargement of breasts, but the chances are uncommon. Do contact your doctor in case you experience any uneasiness or side effect of this medication and follow the advice given.

What is Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection and what is it used for?

Lupi-HCG 5000 Injection contains a hormone called Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG), which is also produced naturally by the body. It is used in women, who have a problem with ovulation (release of an egg). It is also used along with other fertility medicines, to help produce eggs in women who are undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures such as in-vitro fertilization (IVF). In males, it is used to treat conditions like delayed puberty, and low sperm cell count.

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References

  1. Parker KL, Schimmer BP. Introduction To Endocrinology: The Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1117-120.
  2. Masters SB. Hypothalamic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 650-53.
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Name: Lupin Ltd
Address: Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India .
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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