CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN

(Pregnyl)

Standard Prescription

Chorionic Gonadotropin __ units IM {frequency}

Dosages

Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, puberty induction
Children >=12 years and Adolescents:
100-3000 units IM 2-3 times weekly

Mechanism of Action

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

Forms Supplied

Injection: 10,000 units/10 mL

Comments

For IM administration only.

No longer used for cryptorchidism.

Many protocols available. Consult endocrinologist.

References

44, 372, 373, 374

Last Edited

2021-11-13 05:12:53