Chorionic Gonadotropin (Human) Side Effects and Warnings

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Avoid alcohol (includes wine, beer, and liquor).

• Limit exercise while undergoing ovarian stimulation.

• This medicine may increase the chance of becoming pregnant with more than one baby.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Irritation where the shot is given.

• Headache.

• Nervous and excitable.

• Feeling tired or weak.

• Breast enlargement.

• Ovarian cyst.

• Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Difficulty breathing.

• Severe belly pain or tenderness.

• Severe nausea or vomiting.

• Significant weight gain.

• Swelling or pain of leg or arm.

• Signs of puberty. These include acne, voice changes, sudden height increase, or facial hair.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.