Drugs involved in IVF administration
In vitro fertilization (IVF) refers to the reproductive mode in which the fertilized eggs are cultured to the embryonic stage and then implanted into the mother's uterus through in vitro fertilization. In order to ensure the success rate of IVF, doctors usually use a variety of drugs to assist in the whole process, including:
1. Ovulation promoting drugs
Ovulation promoting drugs are used to promote ovarian ovulation, including gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) drugs, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and luteinizing hormone (LH). These drugs can stimulate the ovary to produce more eggs and improve the chance of pregnancy by regulating the hormone level in the body.
For example, in the treatment of ovulation, the commonly used ovulation promoting drugs are gonadotropin releasing hormone drugs, such as follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) drugs. These drugs can make follicles mature and release eggs, increasing the possibility of pregnancy.
2. Frozen embryo medicine
During IVF, some embryos may be frozen for future use. In order to maintain the stability of embryos and increase the survival rate, it is necessary to use cryopreserved embryo drugs.
Common drugs for cryopreserved embryos include embryo protectants and cryoprotectants. Embryo protectants are used to maintain the fluid balance of embryos and prevent them from drying or embrittlement. Cryoprotectants can reduce the risk of damage to embryos during freezing and thawing.
3. Early pregnancy drugs
After the success of IVF, pregnant women usually need to use some drugs to maintain pregnancy to reduce the risk of miscarriage. These early pregnancy drugs include progesterone and low molecular weight heparin.
Progesterone is a progesterone, which can promote the development of endometrium and maintain the implantation of embryos. Low molecular weight heparin is an anticoagulant drug, which can reduce the risk of thrombosis and improve the opportunity of embryo implantation.
4. Drugs for fetal growth monitoring
In the process of IVF, doctors will use some drugs to monitor the growth and development of the fetus. The most commonly used drug is ultrasound contrast agent, which can improve the clarity of ultrasound examination and help doctors more accurately assess the growth of the fetus.
In addition, doctors may also use other drugs when they need to adjust the growth of the fetus, such as fetal growth promoting hormone and thyroid stimulating hormone.
Summary
The drugs used in IVF mainly include ovulation promoting drugs, drugs for frozen embryos, drugs for early pregnancy and drugs for fetal growth monitoring. Ovulation promoting drugs are used to promote ovarian ovulation, drugs for cryopreservation of embryos are used to preserve and protect frozen embryos, drugs for early pregnancy are used to maintain pregnancy, and drugs for fetal growth monitoring are used to monitor fetal growth. The use of these drugs will help to increase the success rate of IVF, but they should be used under the guidance of professional doctors.
Through the rational use of these drugs, the IVF technology has enabled many infertile patients to achieve their reproductive dreams. However, everyone's situation is unique, and the specific drug use needs to be determined according to the individual situation and the doctor's recommendations. The key to ensuring the safety and success of treatment is to consult the doctor in advance and conduct a comprehensive assessment.
