Taking control

Beginning infertility treatment is like entering a new world. You have to adapt to a new language, community, routine and series of emotions. Confronting the ups and downs of medical treatments is a challenge, but it’s one you can better manage if you are prepared.

At this stage you may have a good idea of what you’re dealing with. However, because there are still so many unknowns ahead, it is common for couples to feel a loss of control. By getting organized with regards to your treatment and other relevant issues you may be able to regain a sense of control.

This section outlines what you and your partner can do to prepare for treatments by providing information about how to create a timeline and ask questions effectively. As well, there is advice on how to compile your medical records and research your health insurance coverage.

Safety information:

Follistim® AQ Cartridge

- Your healthcare professional will decide on the dose of Follistim® AQ Cartridge to be given. This dose may be increased or decreased as your treatment progresses depending on your individual type of treatment. If you have previously used gonadotropins, your dose may be different with Follistim® AQ Cartridge. Again, your healthcare professional will decide the dose based upon your medical history.

- Always follow your healthcare professional’s dosing instructions when administering Follistim® AQ Cartridge. Your healthcare professional has individualized the dose to be administered based on your medical history. Do not change your dose unless instructed by your healthcare professional.

- Follistim® AQ Cartridge, like all gonadotropins, is a potent substance capable of causing mild to severe side effects including OHSS, with or without pulmonary or vascular complications.

- Follistim® AQ Cartridge should be prescribed only by physicians who are experienced in infertility treatment. Physicians should advise their patients of treatment risks, including OHSS and multiple births.

Follistim® AQ Vial

- Follistim® AQ Vial, like all gonadotropins, is a potent substance capable of causing mild to severe side effects including ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), with or without pulmonary or vascular complications.

- Follistim® AQ Vial should be prescribed only by physicians who are experienced in infertility treatment. Physicians should advise their patients of treatment risks, including OHSS and multiple births.

- Always follow your doctor’s dosing instructions when administering Follistim® AQ. Your doctor has individualized the dose to be administered based on your medical history. Do not change your dose unless instructed by your doctor.

Please see accompanying Physician Prescribing Information.