Hucog 5000 IU Injection
About Hucog 5000 IU Injection
Hucog injection is a hormone that helps the egg in a woman’s ovary to develop normally. It stimulates the release of an egg during ovulation and treats infertility in women, pituitary gland disorder in young boys, undeveloped sexual traits in girls, and increases sperm count in men. This injection is directly injected under the skin or into a muscle.
You should avoid using this medication if you are allergic towards it or if you have early puberty or hormone-related cancer. Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine. Before starting the medication, inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions :
- Thyroid or adrenal gland disorder
- An ovarian cyst
- Premature puberty
- Cancer or tumour of breast, uterus, ovary, hypothalamus, prostate or pituitary gland.
- Undiagnosed uterine bleeding
- Heart or kidney disease
- Epilepsy, migraines or asthma
What are the uses of Hucog 5000 IU Injection
Female Infertility
Male Infertility
Cryptorchidism
What are the contraindications of Hucog 5000 IU Injection ?
What are the side effects of Hucog 5000 IU Injection ?
Headache
Irritability
Depression
Restlessness
Edema (Swelling)
Key highlights of Hucog 5000 IU Injection
How long is the duration of effect?
The duration for which this medicine remains active in the body is 10-24 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine is cumulative and the onset time can vary depending upon the intended use.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Use of this medicine in pregnant women is not recommended.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.
What are the substitutes for Hucog 5000 IU Injection ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Hucog 5000 IU Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Hucog Hp 5000 IU Injection
Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
- Zyhcg Hp 5000 IU Injection
Zydus Cadila
- Ovigyn 5000 IU Injection
Alembic Ltd
- Sifasi Hp 5000 IU Injection
Serum Institute Of India Ltd
- Dulot 20 MG Capsule
Lupin Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Contact your doctor further instructions if you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This medication stimulates the ovaries to produce progesterone and promotes ovulation in women who are in the reproductive age group. In men, this medicine acts by stimulating cells in the testicles to produce androgens (testosterone and other male hormones).
What are the interactions of Hucog 5000 IU Injection ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Radioimmunoassay for gonadotropins
Report the use of this medicine to the doctor before undergoing this test to determine the levels of gonadotropins especially Luteinizing hormone. Use of this medicine can interfere with the test resullts.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
FAQs about Hucog 5000 IU Injection
Ques : What is Hucog 5000 IU Injection?
Ans : It performs its action by controlling the release of eggs from the ovary. In males, it works by controlling production of the male hormone, testosterone which helps in the treatment of delayed puberty, and improves low sperm count.
Ques : What are the uses of Hucog 5000 IU Injection?
Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as One or both of the testes fail to descend from the abdomen into the scrotum, Gonadotropin-releasing hormone deficiency, and Induction of ovulation.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Hucog 5000 IU Injection?
Ans : Side effects include Headache, Injection site pain, Irritability, Restlessness, Fatigue, and Depression.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Hucog 5000 IU Injection?
Ans : Human Chorionic Gonadotropin should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
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