What can you do with an empty Gonal F pen?
What can you do with an empty Gonal F pen?
Twist off the capped needle and throw it away in a FDA-cleared sharps disposal container. See Appendix C for proper disposal information. After removing the needle, recap the pen. If the pen is empty after your injection, throw it away in a FDA-cleared sharps disposal container.
What is Gonal F for men?
GONAL-f contains follitropin alfa, which is similar to follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) found naturally in humans. GONAL-f belongs to a class of hormones called gonadotrophins. FSH is necessary for the growth and development of egg cells (follicles) in women, and sperm production in men.
How does Gonal F pen work?
Gonal-f® RFF* Redi-ject™ (follitropin alfa injection) is an injection Pen that delivers a prescription medicine containing follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) used in infertile women to: help healthy ovaries develop (mature) and release an egg cause your ovaries to make multiple (more than 1) eggs as part of an Assisted …
Can you reuse Gonal F pen?
Never reuse any used needle. Never share needles. Please note that your clinic may provide you with a special sharps container designed for GONAL-f ®. If you have received the special GONAL-f ® sharps container, simply follow the steps to remove the needle that are outlined on the box.
When is the best time to inject Gonal F?
The best time to have sex is on the day of the hCG injection and the day after. If your doctor cannot see a desired response after 4 weeks, that treatment cycle with GONAL-f should be stopped. For the following treatment cycle, your doctor will give you a higher starting dose of GONAL-f than before.
Can Gonal F make you emotional?
Does Gonal F cause mood swings? As if it’s not enough to be dealing with the emotions of having fertility problems, you might also notice your moods are all over the place. Most women will experience mental health concerns during treatment for infertility.
How do I know if my Gonal F pen is empty?
When you cannot push the injection button down, it means your pen is empty and it is unable to provide you with your desired dose. You may still see a small amount of medication remaining in the pen. This is normal. What do I do if there is not enough GONAL-f ® remaining in the pen for my prescribed dose?
