Follitropin Alfa (Subcutaneous Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Stop taking this medicine and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:

• Abdominal pain (severe), nausea, vomiting, and weight gain (rapid)

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• Abdominal bloating
• Diarrhea
• Flu or cold-like symptoms, such as body aches or pain, coughing, fever, headache, loss of voice, runny nose, and unusual tiredness or weakness
• Nausea
• Passing of gas
• Vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods

• Acne
• Breast pain or tenderness
• Mood swings

• Dizziness
• Painful menstrual periods
• Redness, pain, or swelling at injection site
• Sleepiness
• Vaginal bleeding unrelated to menstrual periods (heavy)
• White vaginal discharge

• Fainting
• Light-headedness
• Migraine headache
• Nervousness
• Stomach discomfort

• Fast, racing heartbeat
• Itching of skin
• Loss of appetite
• Thirst (unusual)

After you stop using this medicine, it may still produce some side effects that need attention. During this period of time, check with your doctor immediately if you notice the following side effects:

• Abdominal pain (severe), nausea, vomiting, and weight gain (rapid)

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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