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ovulation induction agents
clomiphene
Human Menopausal Gonadotropin
FSH injections
hCG
ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
ovulation induction for IVF
see also:
in-vitro fertilisation (IVF)
ovulation induction agents
clomiphene
Clomid or Seraphine
blocks the effects of oestrogens and causes the body to produce more follicle stimulating hormone
Human Menopausal Gonadotropin
hMG is derived from the urine of post-menopausal women
stimulates the development of multiple follicles and eggs during an ovulation cycle
FSH injections
derived from the urine of postmenopausal women, or as a “recombinant” or manufactured drug
stimulates development of the fluid-filled sacks containing the eggs, this drug is available in a natural form
hCG
hCG triggers ovulation, releasing the eggs
ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome