Women's health
Menotropins
Gonadotropin; Ovulation Stimulator
Other names: Menopur, FSH+LH
Wait
7 days
after the first dose
The FAA's MedGuide lists menotropins (Menopur) as allowed, for infertility, in-vitro fertilization (IVF) or spermatogenesis, with a wait of 7 days after the first dose and none after later doses or after the final dose, used as prescribed.
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The MedGuide defines allowed as acceptable for use while performing flight or safety-related duties, provided the condition is stable/aeromedically acceptable and no adverse side effects are present, and says wait times are not determined solely by the medication: an extended observation period may be required to verify clinical stability of the condition.
- 7 days after the first dose: ground observation
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Generic: menotropins; FSH+LH
Brand Name: Menopur
Drug Class: Gonadotropin; Ovulation Stimulator
Underlying Condition: Infertility; In-vitro fertilization (IVF); Spermatogenesis
Use: ALLOW
INITIAL Wait Time (after first dose): 7 days
SUBSEQUENT Dose Wait Time (after each dose): None
DISCONTINUATION Wait Time (after final dose): None
Frequency Use Limit: As prescribed
ALLOWED: The medication is acceptable for use while performing flight or safety-related duties, provided the condition is stable/aeromedically acceptable and no adverse side effects are present.
Underlying Condition: Evaluating medication use requires considering the impact of safety of flight from both the medication and underlying condition. Wait times are not determined solely by the medication; an extended observation period may be required to verify clinical stability of the condition.