Is ovidrel for ivf?

Is Ovidrel used for IVF?

Yes. Ovidrel (choriogonadotropin alfa) is commonly used in IVF cycles as a trigger shot to induce final egg maturation, replacing or mimicking the natural LH surge. [1]

What does Ovidrel do in an IVF cycle?

In IVF, the usual approach is to stimulate the ovaries with fertility medications and then use Ovidrel to time ovulation/final maturation. The trigger shot is used to help the eggs be ready for retrieval at the planned time. [1]

How is Ovidrel typically given for IVF?

Ovidrel is used as an injection (the medication is choriogonadotropin alfa). In IVF protocols, it is typically taken after ovarian stimulation once follicles are at an appropriate size, timed to egg retrieval. [1]

Is Ovidrel the same as “triggering ovulation”?

Yes—Ovidrel is specifically used to trigger final egg maturation in assisted reproduction settings like IVF, which is why it shows up in many IVF medication schedules. [1]

Sources

[1] DrugPatentWatch.com – Ovidrel (choriogonadotropin alfa) information page: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/ovidrel/