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GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU

NAFDAC Reg. No. A6-0411 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC — registration activeAs of 5 November 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU
NAFDAC number
A6-0411
Active ingredient
Follitropin alfa
Strength
450 IU/0.75 mL (33 micrograms/0.75 mL)
Form
Solution for injection
Pack size
450 IU/0.75 mL x 1's (Prefilled Pen) + 12 needles
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Merck Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Limited
Approved
18 Dec 2022
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
17 Dec 2027
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

RxVerify commentary

  • GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (A6-0411). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. Not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

What GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU is used for

From the official U.S. FDA label for follitropin alfa, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

What it is used for

GONAL-f is indicated for: GONAL-f is a gonadotropin indicated for: Women: Induction of ovulation and pregnancy in oligo-anovulatory infertile women for whom the cause of infertility is functional and not due to primary ovarian failure. ( 1.1 ) Development of multiple follicles in ovulatory infertile women as part of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) cycles. ( 1.2 ) Men: Induction of spermatogenesis in infertile men with primary and secondary hypogonadotropic hypogonadism for whom the cause of infertility is not due to primary testicular failure. …

Possible side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions and Anaphylaxis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Pulmonary and Vascular Complication [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Ovarian Torsion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Abnormal Ovarian Enlargement [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Multi-fetal Gestation and Birth [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Embryofetal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Ectopic Pregnancy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Spontaneous Abortion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] Ovarian Neoplasms [see Warn …

Do not use if

GONAL-f is contraindicated in women and men who exhibit: Prior hypersensitivity to recombinant FSH products or one of their excipients. Reactions have included anaphylaxis [see Warning and Precautions (5.1) ] High levels of FSH indicating primary gonadal failure The presence of uncontrolled non-gonadal endocrinopathies (for example, thyroid, adrenal, or pituitary disorders) Sex hormone dependent tumors of the reproductive tract and accessory organs Tumors of pituitary gland or hypothalamus GONAL …

Warnings

Hypersensitivity Reactions and Anaphylaxis: If occurs, initiate appropriate therapy including supportive measures, and discontinue GONAL-f ( 5.1 ) Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: If serious, stop gonadotropins, including hCG, and determine if the woman needs to be hospitalized. Treatment is primarily symptomatic and consists of bed rest, fluid and electrolyte management, and analgesics ( 5.2 ) Pulmonary and Vascular Complications: In women with recognized risk factors, the benefits of induction of ovulation and ART need to be weighed against the risks. …

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary GONAL-f is not indicated in pregnant women. The incidence of congenital malformations after some Assisted Reproductive Technology, specifically in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), may be slightly higher than that after spontaneous conception. …

Storage

Store vials refrigerated between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) or at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Store reconstituted solution refrigerated between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) or at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77 …

General information only — not dosing advice. Always follow the leaflet in your pack and your doctor or pharmacist.

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About GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU

What is in GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU?

GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU contains Follitropin alfa (450 IU/0.75 mL (33 micrograms/0.75 mL)), as solution for injection, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number A6-0411, and its registration is active as of 5 November 2026.

Has GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number A6-0411, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

What is GONAL-f Injection Pre-Filled Pen 450 IU used for?

GONAL-f is indicated for: GONAL-f is a gonadotropin indicated for: Women: Induction of ovulation and pregnancy in oligo-anovulatory infertile women for whom the cause of infertility is functional and not due to primary ovarian failure. ( 1.1 ) Development of multiple follicles in ovulatory infertile women as part of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) cycles. ( 1.2 ) Men: Induction of spermatog (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for follitropin alfa. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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