IVF pregnancy: do you need to take medicine?
Test tube baby technology is a widely used assisted reproductive technology in infertility. Many couples have successfully achieved their dream pregnancy through IVF technology. However, people often have doubts about whether drugs should be taken during IVF pregnancy. This article will elaborate on the drug use in IVF pregnancy from four aspects.
Application of hormone drugs in test tube infants
Hormone drugs play an important role in IVF technology. First, ovulation promoting drugs are used to promote the development and maturation of eggs, thus increasing the chance of successful pregnancy. These drugs include gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (hCG). Secondly, in the process of IVF, the use of hormone drugs can coordinate the cycle of women, so that eggs and sperm meet at the right time and place, thus improving the pregnancy rate. The use of hormone drugs needs to be conducted under the guidance of professional doctors to ensure the accuracy of dosage and medication time.
In addition, sometimes hormone drugs such as progesterone are used in IVF technology to help maintain pregnancy after successful pregnancy. Progesterone can promote the preparation and maintenance of endometrium to provide a good pregnancy environment. The dosage and use time of these drugs will be adjusted according to individual conditions.
Application of anticoagulants in test tube infants
During IVF, some women may need to use anticoagulants to prevent blood coagulation. In IVF technology, embryos may be subjected to the anticoagulation effect of endometrium when they are transferred into the uterus, leading to the failure of embryo implantation. In order to reduce this situation, doctors may recommend that women use anticoagulants before and after transplantation to improve the success rate of embryo implantation.
Application of immunomodulatory drugs in test tube infants
Some couples may have difficulty in IVF pregnancy due to abnormal immune system. In this case, doctors may recommend the use of immunomodulators to regulate the immune response and reduce the attack on the embryo. Immunomodulatory drugs mainly include steroids and immunosuppressants, which can improve the success rate of IVF by regulating the function of the immune system.
Application of nutritional supplements in test tube infants
In the process of IVF, healthy diet and nutrition are crucial to the success of pregnancy. Some professional hospitals may recommend patients to properly supplement nutrition during IVF to improve their health and pregnancy success rate. These nutritional supplements include folic acid, vitamin D, iron, calcium, etc., and should be used with the doctor's advice.
To sum up, different drugs may be used during IVF to promote pregnancy and pregnancy. These drugs include hormone drugs, anticoagulants, immunomodulators and nutritional supplements. However, the specific use of drugs should be determined according to personal circumstances and should be used reasonably under the guidance of professional doctors. Through scientific medical technology and correct drug application, IVF technology can help many infertile couples realize their dreams and realize the birth of healthy babies.
