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
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.
No longer used for cryptorchidism.
Many protocols available. Consult endocrinologist.
References
44, 372, 373, 374
Last Edited
2021-11-13 05:12:53