Key takeaways

  • Menopur is a fertility medication prescribed for ovarian stimulation, typically administered as a daily injection for up to 20 days, often alongside other fertility treatments.
  • Your doctor will personalize your Menopur dosage, starting low and adjusting it based on your ovarian response, with a maximum daily dose of 450 International Units (IU).
  • Proper administration of Menopur involves injecting into the skin in the lower abdomen, with your doctor providing detailed instructions and monitoring progress through estrogen levels and ultrasound.

Menopur is a prescription drug used in adults as part of fertility treatment. It’s used for ovarian stimulation in adult females using assisted reproductive technology (ART), such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or egg freezing. The drug is given as an injection. It’s usually given once per day.

The active ingredient in Menopur is menotropins, which is a mix of different hormones. Menopur belongs to a group of drugs called gonadotropins.

This article describes the dosage of Menopur, its strength, and how to take it.

Your doctor will likely start you on a low dosage and adjust it over time to reach the right amount for you. They’ll ultimately prescribe the smallest dosage that provides the desired effect. It may be prescribed alongside other fertility medications.

The following information describes dosages that are commonly used or recommended for Menopur. But be sure to take the dosage your doctor prescribes for you. They’ll determine the best dosage to fit your needs. In some cases, doctors may adjust your dosage from those mentioned here.

Menopur form

Menopur comes as a powder or pellet in a vial that’s mixed with a sodium chloride solution. The drug is given as an injection under the skin.

Menopur strengths

Menopur comes in one strength of 75 International Units (IU) of follicle stimulating hormone and 75 IU of luteal hormone.

The dosage of Menopur you’re prescribed will depend on your individual treatment plan, and it is often personalized for each person. Menopur may be prescribed alongside other fertility medications or as part of a long-term treatment plan. Be sure to follow the instructions that your doctor provides.

If using Menopur alone, the initial starting dosage is 225 IU. If Menopur is used alongside another medication called Bravelle, the starting dose for the combined drugs should not be higher than 225 IU in total — meaning you could be prescribed, for example, 150 IU of Menopur and 75 IU of Bravelle.

The doctor may adjust your dose after 5 days based on the response of your ovaries to the medication. Dosage adjustments may be made every 2 days at most, and each adjustment should not be more than 150 IU at a time. The maximum dose of Menopur is 450 IU.

Always follow your doctor’s instructions. Notify them if you experience any side effects that may prevent you from taking your medication.

Your doctor or pharmacist will give you specific instructions for using Menopur, and instructions may be different for different people.

You’ll typically inject Menopur once per day, starting on day 2 or 3 of your menstrual cycle. (Day 1 is the first day of your period.) If you’re not having periods, your doctor will tell you when to start using Menopur.

You’ll likely inject Menopur every day until enough mature eggs have developed in your ovaries. This may take up to 20 days. Your doctor will tell you when to stop using Menopur.

After you stop using Menopur, your doctor will likely prescribe a dose of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) to trigger ovulation (the release of eggs from your ovaries). Your doctor will advise you on when to take this and when to go to your clinic to collect your eggs for IVF or freezing.

How long do you take Menopur?

Menopur is typically prescribed for a limited time, usually a maximum of 20 days per treatment cycle.

Do not use more Menopur than your doctor prescribes, as this can lead to harmful effects.

Call your doctor right away if you think you’ve taken too much Menopur. You can also call 800-222-1222 to reach America’s Poison Centers or use its online resource. But if you have severe symptoms, immediately call 911 (or your local emergency number) or go to the nearest emergency room.

The following are answers to some commonly asked questions about Menopur’s dosage.

How do I inject Menopur?

Menopur is given as an injection under your skin. Your doctor or another healthcare professional can show you or a caregiver how to give the injections at home.

You’ll inject Menopur in your lower abdomen, 1 to 2 inches below your belly button. You should switch between the left and right sides of your abdomen each time you inject the medication.

What are some signs Menopur is working?

The main signs that Menopur is working will be monitored by your healthcare team. They will look for increased estrogen levels and perform an ultrasound to see if your follicle size and count are increasing.

You may notice some physical symptoms to indicate that treatment is getting to work, including bloating, slight cramping, and breast tenderness.

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