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Lutropin alfa ( LOO-troe-pin alfa) is a drug whose actions are almost the same as those of luteinizing ( loo-te-in-eye-ZING) hormone (LH), which is produced by the pituitary gland. It is a hormone also normally produced by the placenta in pregnancy. Lutropin alfa is used to help conception occur. It is usually given in combination with follitropin alfa. Many women being treated with these drugs usually have not been able to conceive yet. Lutropin alfa is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Parenteral For injection (U.S.)
Brand names: - Lutropin alfa - Luveris |