Fertility drug

Fertility drug refers to a type of medication that is used to enhance fertility. Fertility drugs are often used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) and other fertility treatments to increase the chances of conception.

Types of Fertility Drugs

There are several types of fertility drugs, each with its own specific use and mechanism of action.

• Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid, Serophene): This is an oral medication that is used to stimulate ovulation. It works by blocking the effects of estrogen in the body, which in turn stimulates the production of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). These hormones are essential for ovulation to occur.

• Gonadotropins (Follistim, Gonal-F, Bravelle): These are injectable hormones that directly stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. They are often used in conjunction with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and other ART procedures.

• Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH) Analogs (Lupron, Synarel): These drugs are used to control the timing of ovulation, which is crucial in ART procedures. They work by suppressing the body's natural production of FSH and LH.

• Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) (Novarel, Pregnyl): This hormone is used to trigger ovulation after other fertility drugs have stimulated the development of mature eggs.

Side Effects

Like all medications, fertility drugs can have side effects. These can range from mild to severe and can include mood swings, hot flashes, bloating, and in rare cases, Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS).

See Also

• Assisted Reproductive Technology
• In Vitro Fertilization
• Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome

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