DRUG SUPPLIED DOSE COMMENTS
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN (Paeds)
(Pregnyl)

Mechanism of action:

Hormone produced by the placenta after implantation and stimulates secretion of the hormone progesterone.



Ref: 44, 372, 373, 374


Last update: 2021-11-13
Injection: 10,000 units/10 mL
 Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, puberty induction
Children >=12 years and Adolescents:
100-3000 units IM 2-3 times weekly		 For IM administration only.

No longer used for cryptorchidism.

Many protocols available. Consult endocrinologist.



Standard Prescription:

Chorionic Gonadotropin __ units IM {frequency}