HCG Injection - Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Price, Interactions, Side effects

Action Mechanism

The action mechanism of HCG is virtually similar to that of pituitary luteinizing hormone (LH), although HCG has a small degree of FSH activity as well. HCG stimulates production of gonadal steroid hormones; it does so by stimulating the interstitial cells called Leydig cells of the corpus luteum of the ovary to produce progesterone in women and the testis to produce androgens.

Dosage

• HCG is given by injection into a muscle by a certified medical professional.
• If you are taking this hormonal medication at home, make sure you learn all usage instructions in advance.
• Before taking HCG, check the expiry date.
• The dosage is usually advised after considering your age, weight, health condition, and response to the treatment.
• For women, it is usually given as a single dose after completing the treatment with menotropins.
• For boys, this hormonal medication is to be taken three times a week or as advised by your doctor.
• Know how to store and discard needles. Consult your physician for more details.

Precautions

• Before using HCG, inform your physician if you are allergic to any type of medications.
• This product may have some inactive ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or other problems. So, talk to your physician for more details.
• HCG should not be used if you have certain health issues. So prior to using this hormonal medicine, consult your physician if you have any medical condition.
• Before using this hormonal medication, tell your physician about your medical history, especially if you have a heart disease (congestive heart failure), kidney or liver disease, epilepsy, asthma, or migraine.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Restlessness
• Fatigue
• Pain at injection site

NOTE :These are a few common reported side effects of HCG. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, seek medical attention right away. Many people using HCG do not have serious adverse effects.

Tell your physician immediately if you experience serious side effects such as swelling of the ankles or feet, mental or mood changes (depression or irritability), pain or swelling of the breast, especially in boys.