Chorionic gonadotropin - kor-ee-ON-ik goe-NAD-oh-troe-pin is a drug whose actions are almost the same as those of luteinizing - loo-te-in-eye-ZING hormone - LH, which is produced by the pituitary gland. It is a hormone also normally produced by the placenta in pregnancy. Chorionic gonadotropin has various uses for females and males.
In females, chorionic gonadotropin is using to help conception occur. It is usually given in combination with other drugs such as menotropins and urofollitropin. Many women being treated with these drugs usually have already tried clomiphene alone - Serophene and have not been able to conceive yet. Chorionic gonadotropin is also using in fertilization - IVF programs.
In males, LH and chorionic gonadotropin stimulate the testes to produce male hormones such as testosterone. Testosterone causes the enlargement of the penis and testes and the growth of pubic and underarm hair. It also increases the production of sperm.
Although chorionic gonadotropin has been prescribed to help some diseaseds lose weight, it must never be using this way. When using improperly, chorionic gonadotropin can cause serious problems.
Chorionic gonadotropin is to be aplaying only by or under the immediate supervision of your family doctor. It is available in the following dosage form:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Generic name product may be available in the USA and Canada.
Another commonly using name is human chorionic gonadotropin - hCG .