- Brand Name : Repronex
- Drug Class : Ovulation Stimulators, Gonadotropins
- Medical Author : Divya Jacob, Pharm. D.
- Medical Reviewer : Sarfaroj Khan, BHMS, PGD Health Operations
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What Is Menotropins and How Does It Work?
Menotropins is a prescription medication used for inducing ovulation in preparation for in vitro-fertilization.
What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Menotropins?
Common side effects of Menotropins include:
- stomach cramps or bloating;
- headache; or
- pain, swelling, or warmth at the injection site.
Serious side effects of Menotropins include:
- hives,
- difficult breathing,
- swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- stomach pain, bloating;
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
- rapid weight gain, especially in your face and midsection;
- little or no urinating; or
- pain while breathing, rapid heart rate, feeling short of breath (especially when lying down)
- chest pain, dry cough, feeling short of breath (especially when lying down);
- signs of a stroke–sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), sudden severe headache, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;
- signs of a blood clot in the lung–chest pain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood; or
- signs of a blood clot in the leg–pain, swelling, warmth, or redness in one or both legs.
Rare side effects of Menotropins include:
- none
Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:
- Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors.
- Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights.
- Serious heart symptoms such as fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.
This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.