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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:21 PM IST
Gonarec 75Iu Injection is used to treat infertility and male hypogonadism. It contains Human menopausal gonadotropin which induces ovulation in women and increases testosterone (hormone) production in men. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as injection site pain, fatigue, headache, irritation, depression, and restlessness. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Bharat Serums and Vaccines Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Gonarec 75Iu Injection

Gonarec 75Iu Injection belongs to the group of medications known as sex hormones used to treat infertility in women who are not ovulating (producing an egg) properly, male infertility, and male hypogonadism. The problem with ovulation is a common cause of infertility in women. Female infertility is when the woman cannot conceive even after 1 year of trying or 6 months if the female is above age 35. If a female keeps having miscarriages, it is also known as infertility. Male Infertility lacks the male's ability to cause pregnancy in a fertile female even after exposed intercourse.

Gonarec 75Iu Injection contains ‘Human menopausal gonadotropin’, which is a sex hormone. In females, it is used to induce ovulation (egg production) in a woman who has problems with ovulation and wishes to get pregnant. In males, Gonarec 75Iu Injection works by increasing male hormone production (testosterone), which helps in treating conditions like low sperm count and delayed puberty.

Gonarec 75Iu Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. You may experience injection site pain, fatigue, headache, irritation, depression, and restlessness. Most of these side effects of Gonarec 75Iu Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Gonarec 75Iu Injection should not be taken if you are allergic to Gonarec 75Iu Injection or any other ingredients present in it. Gonarec 75Iu Injection should not be taken in conditions like you have a tumor. If you are female, inform your doctor before taking Gonarec 75Iu Injection if you have a tumor in the uterus and breast. Inform your doctor if you have testes cancer. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Gonarec 75Iu Injection.  Gonarec 75Iu Injection is not recommended for use in children. Gonarec 75Iu Injection may affect your ability to drive. Therefore, avoid driving while using Gonarec 75Iu Injection.

Uses of Gonarec 75Iu Injection

Treatment of Female infertility, Male infertility, Male hypogonadism

Medicinal Benefits

Gonarec 75Iu Injection helps in the normal growth of an egg in a female's ovary (female reproductive organ) and promotes the release of a matured egg, healthy. This helps to treat infertility in women and raises the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is also used to treat male infertility and male hypogonadism (it does not produce the hormone that develops sperms). Gonarec 75Iu Injection contains ‘Human menopausal gonadotropin’, which is a sex hormone. In females, it is used to induce ovulation (egg production) in a woman who has problems with ovulation and wishes to get pregnant. In males, Gonarec 75Iu Injection works by increasing male hormone production (testosterone), which helps in treating circumstances like low sperm count and delayed puberty.

Directions for Use

Gonarec 75Iu Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Gonarec 75Iu Injection

  • Injection site pain
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Irritation
  • Depression
  • Restlessness

Drug Warnings

Gonarec 75Iu Injection should not be taken if you are allergic to Gonarec 75Iu Injection or any other ingredients present in it. Gonarec 75Iu Injection should not be taken in conditions like you have a tumor. If you are female, then inform your doctor before taking Gonarec 75Iu Injection if you have a tumor in the uterus and breast. If you have a cyst in your ovaries, bleeding from the vagina for an unknown reason, uterus removed, then immediately inform your doctor before taking Gonarec 75Iu Injection. If you are male, inform your doctor if you have testes cancer. Inform your doctor if you observe pain or swelling in the stomach, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, weight gain, difficulty breathing, and decreased urination. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Gonarec 75Iu Injection.  Gonarec 75Iu Injection is not recommended for use in children. Gonarec 75Iu Injection may affect your ability to drive. Therefore, avoid driving while using Gonarec 75Iu Injection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Gonarec 75Iu Injection should not be used along with other infertility medicines (clomiphene citrate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol may increase the risk of side-effects of Gonarec 75Iu Injection.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Gonarec 75Iu Injection should be used with caution in patients with tumors (tumor in uterus and testes).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLOMIPHENE

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume a healthy diet that is rich in fiber, proteins and low in carbohydrates, fats. 
  • Avoid processed or high-sugar foods. 
  • Stay active and shed excess weight if you are overweight or obese. Do not perform intense exercises as it may negatively impact your reproductive health. Increase the intensity of exercise gradually.
  • Being underweight may also reduce your chances of getting pregnant. So, prepare a diet chart that can you to gain weight healthily. 
  • Avoid stress as it may decrease your chances of getting pregnant. Try relaxation techniques and receive support and counseling if necessary. 
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine intake.
  • Quit smoking.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Female Infertility: A woman is said to have fertility problems when she cannot become pregnant within a trying year. If a woman gets pregnant but experiences miscarriages or stillbirths, it is also included in infertility. The most common cause of infertility is problem with ovulation or damage to the uterus.

Male Infertility: It is a lack of male ability to cause pregnancy in a fertile female even after exposed intercourse. It normally happens because of sperm that are irregular or problems with ejaculation.

Male hypogonadism: It is a disorder in which the body does not make enough of the hormone that plays a key role in male sex development and growth during puberty or enough sperm or both.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption may worsen your condition and increase the risk of side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Gonarec 75Iu Injection is a category C drug. It should not be given to pregnant women as Gonarec 75Iu Injection may cause harm to the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known that Gonarec 75Iu Injection may pass into breast milk. Therefore, it should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Gonarec 75Iu Injection may affect your ability to drive, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gonarec 75Iu Injection until your vision gets normal.

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Liver

Caution

Gonarec 75Iu Injection should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver disease as the liver metabolizes this medicine. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Kidney

Caution

Gonarec 75Iu Injection can be used in patients with kidney diseases if clinically required.

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Children

Unsafe

Gonarec 75Iu Injection is not recommended for use in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

17th Floor, Hoechst House, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021, Maharashtra, India.
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FAQs

Gonarec 75Iu Injection is used to treat infertility in women who are not ovulating (producing an egg) properly, male infertility, and male hypogonadism.
Gonarec 75Iu Injection may cause mild tenderness (feeling of warmth) or numbness at the injection site. This is very normal for an injection procedure. However, if you experience intolerable pain after the injection, inform your doctor immediately.
Gonarec 75Iu Injection can sometimes cause breast pain and swelling of breasts, but the chances are rare. Inform your doctor if you feel any discomfort and follow the advice given by your doctor.
In females, Gonarec 75Iu Injection is used to induce ovulation (egg production) in a woman who has problems with ovulation and wishes to get pregnant. In males, Gonarec 75Iu Injection works by increasing male hormone production (testosterone), which helps in treating circumstances like low sperm count and delayed puberty.
If you have nausea, severe pelvic pain, diarrhoea, vomiting, trouble breathing, sudden weight gain, or reduced or no urination during treatment, then immediately contact your doctor.
This Gonarec 75Iu Injection is injected in the supervision of healthcare providers only. When Gonarec 75Iu Injection injections are given in the muscles, it is chosen to inject it into the arms or buttocks. If Gonarec 75Iu Injection is given subcutaneously (under the skin), then the injection is preferably given in the abdomen or thigh.
Yes, Gonarec 75Iu Injection may cause vomiting and nausea. If you experience vomiting or nausea, drink ginger or peppermint tea, get some fresh air, avoid strong odours, stay hydrated, and avoid fatty or greasy foods. Talk to the doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Yes, Gonarec 75Iu Injection can be given to men. It stimulates the production of testosterone, the male hormone, which helps in the treatment of conditions such as low sperm count and delayed puberty.
Gonarec 75Iu Injection will be administered by the doctor or nurse intramuscularly, they are typically given in the arms or buttocks and if administered subcutaneously (under the skin), the preferred injection sites are the abdomen or thigh. The dose of Gonarec 75Iu Injection will be determined by the doctor depending on your medical condition being treated.
Follow the scheduled doctor appointments to avoid missing a dose. Since Gonarec 75Iu Injection will be administered by the doctor or nurse, it is unlikely to miss a dose of Gonarec 75Iu Injection.
The side effects of Gonarec 75Iu Injection include headache, irritation, injection site pain, fatigue, depression, and restlessness. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

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