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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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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Bharat Serums and Vaccines Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Gonarec 75Iu Injection

Gonarec 75Iu Injection is a prescription hormone injection used to treat infertility in both women and men. It contains hormones that stimulate the ovaries in women to promote the growth and development of healthy eggs and stimulate the testes in men to support sperm production. Gonarec 75Iu Injection is commonly used as part of a fertility treatment program under the close supervision of a fertility specialist to improve the chances of conception.

You must use Gonarec 75Iu Injection exactly as prescribed by your doctor to achieve the best results. It is usually given as an injection for a specific number of days during your treatment cycle, and regular monitoring with blood tests and ultrasound scans may be needed to assess your response. Eating a balanced diet, staying well hydrated, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking and alcohol, and following your doctor's instructions can help support successful fertility treatment.

While using Gonarec 75Iu Injection, some people may experience mild side effects such as headache, abdominal discomfort, bloating, nausea, or pain and redness at the injection site. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe abdominal pain or swelling, rapid weight gain, difficulty breathing, severe pelvic pain, or signs of an allergic reaction, as these may indicate ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) or other serious complications.

Before starting Gonarec 75Iu Injection, tell your doctor if you have thyroid or adrenal gland disorders, pituitary or brain tumors, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), ovarian cysts, heart disease, kidney disease, or liver disease. Do not use Gonarec 75Iu Injection if you are already pregnant, breastfeeding, have unexplained vaginal bleeding, primary ovarian failure, or ovarian cysts not related to PCOS, unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Gonarec 75Iu Injection may interact with other fertility medicines and hormone treatments, so always inform your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements you are taking. Avoid alcohol and smoking during treatment, as they may reduce fertility and affect treatment outcomes. If you are planning pregnancy or have any concerns during treatment, discuss them with your fertility specialist to ensure safe and effective use of Gonarec 75Iu Injection.

Uses of Gonarec 75Iu Injection

Gonarec 75Iu Injection is used in the treatment of female infertility, male infertility, and male hypogonadism. The detailed uses of Gonarec 75Iu Injection are as follows:

  •  Female Infertility: Gonarec 75Iu Injection helps stimulate the growth and development of mature eggs in women who have difficulty ovulating or have irregular menstrual cycles.
  • Male Infertility: It helps stimulate sperm production in men whose bodies do not produce enough natural hormones required for normal sperm development.
  • Male Hypogonadism: Gonarec 75Iu Injection helps stimulate the testes to produce testosterone and sperm in men with hormone-related hypogonadism, improving reproductive function.
  • Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART): It is used in procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs, increasing the chances of successful fertilization.

Key Benefits

Gonarec 75Iu Injection helps support fertility by stimulating normal reproductive processes in women and men with certain hormone-related fertility problems. Promoting egg and sperm development improves the chances of successful conception under specialist supervision.
Benefits may include:

  • Supports the growth and maturation of eggs in women with ovulation disorders.
  • Helps trigger ovulation and may improve the chances of pregnancy.
  • Supports sperm production and may improve sperm count in men with certain hormone-related fertility disorders.
  • Promotes the development of multiple mature eggs during assisted reproductive procedures such as IVF.
  • Supports fertility treatment and family planning goals under the guidance of a fertility specialist.
  • Helps address hormone-related causes of infertility in both women and men.
Side effects of Gonarec 75Iu Injection
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Injection site reaction can include numbness or redness.
  • Get a physical examination, follow your doctor's instructions, if it worsens or gets swollen.
  • Apply cold compress for pain relief.
  • Practice good hygiene and keep the injection site away from heat and pressure.
  • Keep your skin clean by gently washing your face two times daily and after sweating. Choose a mild and non-abrasive cleanser.
  • Use gentle alcohol-free skin care products. Avoid products that might irritate your skin such as exfoliants, astringents and toners.
  • Acne may also occur due to oil in the hair. Thus, if you have oily hair, shampoo more frequently than you do now and keep your hair away from face.
  • Keep your hands off your face as touching face throughout the day might worsen acne. Also, do not pick, squeeze or pop acne as it will prolong the healing process and increase the risk of dark spots and scarring.
  • Avoid tanning by applying a broad spectrum sunscreen and wearing sun-protective clothing when outdoors.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
  • Regular activity including cardio and weightlifting can help in weight loss and breast tissue reduction.
  • Limit alcohol intake to lower your chances of gynecomastia and hormonal changes.
  • Eat a balanced diet and avoid foods high in estrogen-like compounds.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions take medication consistently to reduce breast enlargement and do not stop taking medication on your own.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Administer Gonarec 75Iu Injection subcutaneously as instructed by your doctor. Pinch a fold of skin between your thumb and finger, then inject the prescribed dose into the fold. It should be given under the skin of the lower abdominal area, preferably around the navel.
  • Do not inject into red or bruised areas.

How Gonarec 75Iu Injection Works

Gonarec 75Iu Injection contains two natural reproductive hormones, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which play an important role in fertility. In women, these hormones help the ovaries grow and mature eggs and support their release during ovulation. In men, they stimulate the testes to produce testosterone and healthy sperm. By replacing these hormones, the injection helps improve fertility when the body does not produce enough of them naturally.
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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.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using Gonarec 75Iu Injection. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Gonarec 75Iu Injection in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Gonarec 75Iu Injection

An overdose of Gonarec 75Iu Injection can lead to severe complications, such as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). If you suspect an overdose or experience severe pelvic pain, rapid abdominal swelling, or sudden weight gain, seek emergency medical care immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay well-hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout your treatment cycle. Good hydration is especially crucial in reducing the severity of ovarian response complications.
  • Choose nutrient-dense foods: Focus on a balanced diet rich in leafy greens, healthy fats (like avocados, nuts, and olive oil), and lean proteins to support cellular health and hormone production.
  • Limit high-impact physical activity: Avoid strenuous exercises, heavy lifting, or high-impact workouts during your active stimulation cycle, as your ovaries may become enlarged and are at a higher risk of twisting (ovarian torsion).
  • Avoid tobacco and alcohol: Both smoking and alcohol consumption can impair egg and sperm quality and lower the overall success rates of your fertility treatments.
  • Manage stress: Engage in gentle, relaxing activities like light walking, meditation, or breathing exercises to help manage the emotional demands of fertility therapy.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Gonarec 75Iu Injection to start to work: The time required for Gonarec 75Iu Injection to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Gonarec 75Iu Injection last: The duration of action for Gonarec 75Iu Injection is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Gonarec 75Iu Injection

If you miss a dose of Gonarec 75Iu Injection, contact your doctor or fertility clinic immediately for guidance. Do not inject a double dose to make up for the missed one, as this can increase your risk of severe side effects.

Storage

•Store Gonarec 75Iu Injection according to the specific instructions provided on your prescription packaging.

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect the solution: Always check the liquid before injecting. It should be clear and colorless; do not inject it if you see cloudiness, discoloration, or floating particles.
  • Rotate injection sites: Choose a different skin site for each injection (such as alternating sides of your abdomen) to prevent tissue damage, hard lumps, or severe skin irritation.
  • Monitor for OHSS: Be highly alert for signs of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS), which causes fluid buildup in your abdomen and chest. Report sudden bloating, rapid weight gain, or shortness of breath to your doctor immediately.
  • Never share needles: Always use a sterile, single-use needle for every injection to prevent serious infections. Never share needles, syringes, or multi-dose pens with anyone else.
  • Attend all monitoring appointments: Keep all scheduled appointments for ultrasounds and blood tests so your doctor can track your response and adjust your therapy safely.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other fertility medicines (e.g., clomiphene): Taking these medicines alongside Gonarec 75Iu Injection may overstimulate the ovaries and increase the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Gonarec 75Iu Injection when used as directed. 
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.
Yes, using Gonarec 75Iu Injection can increase your chances of having a multiple pregnancy (such as twins or triplets). This occurs because the medication stimulates the ovaries to mature and release more than one egg during a cycle. Consult your doctor about the risks and how they will monitor your treatment to minimize this chance.
If you miss a dose, do not take a double dose to make up for it. Contact your fertility clinic or doctor immediately for instructions on when to take your next dose, as timing is highly critical in fertility cycles.
Yes, unopened vials of Gonarec 75Iu Injection typically need to be stored in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze Gonarec 75Iu Injection. Some formulations can be kept at room temperature for a short period, so always check your product package or talk to your pharmacist for specific storage guidelines.
Your doctor will monitor your progress closely using regular blood tests (to check hormone levels like estrogen) and pelvic ultrasounds (to monitor the growth and number of follicles in your ovaries). This monitoring is essential to ensure the treatment is working safely.
No, you must not use Gonarec 75Iu Injection if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. It is used solely to help you conceive and can cause harm to an existing pregnancy. If you suspect you have become pregnant during your treatment, stop using the medication and inform your doctor immediately.

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India

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