Fertinex (Urofollitropin) Drug Information: Overdosage and Contraindications

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May 27, 2012

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Please Note: This Brand Name drug is no longer available in the US.
(Generic versions may still be available.)

OVERDOSE

Aside from possible ovarian hyperstimulation and multiple gestations (see WARNINGS), little is known concerning the consequences of acute overdosage with Fertinex^TM (urofollitropin for injection, purified).

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Fertinex^TM (urofollitropin for injection, purified) is contraindicated in women who exhibit :

1. High levels of FSH indicating primary ovarian failure.

2. Uncontrolled thyroid or adrenal dysfunction.

3. An organic intracranial lesion such as a pituitary tumor.

4. The presence of any cause of infertility other than anovulation, as stated in the "Indications" unless they are candidates for Assisted Reproductive Technologies.

5. Abnormal bleeding of undetermined origin (see INDICATIONS: Selection of Patients).

6. Ovarian cysts or enlargement of undetermined origin.

7. Prior hypersensitivity to urofollitropin.

Fertinex (urofollitropin) ^TM is also contraindicated in women who are pregnant and may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. There are limited human data on the effects of Fertinex (urofollitropin) ^TM when administered during pregnancy.

Last reviewed on RxList: 12/8/2004
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.