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Download a PDF for this medicationLuveris 75unit powder and solvent for solution for injection 1 vial
Luveris aslo referred as Lutropin Alfa contains the active ingredient lutropin alfa, which is synthetic version of a natural pituitary hormone called luteinising hormone (LH) which is found in the body. It is used together with another hormone called follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) in the treatment of infertility to encourage the development of follicles in the ovary. It is followed by a single dose of HCG which is used to stimulate the release of an egg.
Stimulating the production of eggs in women having treatment for infertility caused by problems with ovulation or by a severe deficiency of natural LH and FSH adn assisted reproduction treatments such as in-vitro fertilisation (IVF).
Stimulating sperm production in men who are infertile due to low hormone levels that have resulted in a low sperm count.
Stop using Luveris and seek emergency medical attention or notify your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
pain, warmth, redness, numbness, or tingling in an arm or leg (which may indicate a blood clot);
confusion, severe dizziness, severe headache; or difficulty breathing.
Patients treated with Luveris may develop ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), especially after the first cycle of therapy. Symptoms of OHSS include severe pelvic pain, swelling of the hands or legs, abdominal pain and swelling, shortness of breath, weight gain, low urine output, diarrhea, and nausea or vomiting. OHSS can be fatal. Notify your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these symptoms.
Other side effects may also occur. Notify your doctor if you experience:
ovarian enlargement presenting as abdominal or pelvic pain,
tenderness, pressure, or swelling;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or flatulence (gas);
fever or chills;
headache;
dizziness;
rapid pulse or heart rate;
muscle or joint weakness or aching;
breast tenderness;
spotting or menstrual changes;
pain, swelling, or irritation at the injection site;
or dry skin, a rash, or hair loss.
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
pain, warmth, redness, numbness, or tingling in an arm or leg (which may indicate a blood clot);
confusion, severe dizziness, severe headache; or difficulty breathing.
Patients treated with Luveris may develop ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), especially after the first cycle of therapy. Symptoms of OHSS include severe pelvic pain, swelling of the hands or legs, abdominal pain and swelling, shortness of breath, weight gain, low urine output, diarrhea, and nausea or vomiting. OHSS can be fatal. Notify your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these symptoms.
Other side effects may also occur. Notify your doctor if you experience:
ovarian enlargement presenting as abdominal or pelvic pain,
tenderness, pressure, or swelling;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or flatulence (gas);
fever or chills;
headache;
dizziness;
rapid pulse or heart rate;
muscle or joint weakness or aching;
breast tenderness;
spotting or menstrual changes;
pain, swelling, or irritation at the injection site;
or dry skin, a rash, or hair loss.
Luveris® is stored refrigerated or at room temperature (2°– 25°C / 36°– 77°F) in the original package. Do not store above 77°F (25°C).
Use immediately after reconstitution.
Discard any unused materials. Do not use after the expiration date shown on the vial or the carton.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not freeze.
Store away from light
Use immediately after reconstitution.
Discard any unused materials. Do not use after the expiration date shown on the vial or the carton.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not freeze.
Store away from light
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LUV001