Follistim Aq

Last Reviewed: Nov 05, 2024

Follistim AQ Pros and Cons

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Follistim AQ is an effective treatment for infertility in both men and women if the cause of infertility is not primary testicular failure or primary ovarian failure, respectively.
You can inject Follistim AQ at home.
This drug is generally well tolerated with few side effects like fatigue, headache, and less common, body aches.
Follistim AQ Cartridge contains premixed medicine and comes with a ready-to-use pen that does not need to be reconstituted. In contrast, when the medicine is injected using a traditional syringe and needle, it needs to be reconstituted.

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There is currently no generic available for Follistim AQ.
It takes several months to work in men.
Women need to undergo blood tests and ultrasound imaging during Follistim AQ therapy.
You need to inject this medicine.