Choriogonadotropin Alfa and Desoxyn

• Generic Name: chorionic gonadotropin (hcg)
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Novarel, Ovidrel, Pregnyl, APL, Profasi, Chorex, Gonic, Hcg, Chorigon, Choron-10

Used in conjunction with other infertility agents (e.g., gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist, FSH) for induction of final follicular maturation and early luteinization in ovulatory, infertile women during assisted reproductive technology (ART) programs.

Use in patients with tubal obstruction only if participating in ART programs.

Choriogonadotropin alfa (r-hCG) is equivalent to urinary-derived hCG with regard to number of oocytes recovered, fertilized oocytes or embryos, and live births.

Used in conjunction with follicle-stimulating agent to induce ovulation in anovulatory, infertile women in whom anovulation is functional and not due to primary ovarian failure.

Choriogonadotropin alfa (r-hCG) is similar to urinary-derived hCG with regard to ovulation rates.

• Generic Name: methamphetamine
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Desoxyn, Desoxyn Gradumet

Desoxyn is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.

Desoxyn is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is also to treat obesity in people who have not lost weight with diets or other treatments.

Desoxyn may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.