| Compound | HMG (Menotropins) |
|---|---|
| Category | Approved gonadotropin preparation |
| Class | Other Injectables |
| Evidence tier | Approved medicine |
| WADA status | Prohibited in sport (or falls under a prohibited class) — see the WADA reference table |
| Sold on this site | No — this is a reference database |
Overview
This entry covers HMG (Menotropins), a approved gonadotropin preparation, graded "Approved medicine" in this catalog's evidence system. This compound exists as an approved medicine in at least one major jurisdiction. Approval applies to specific, labeled indications and to the regulated product — not to compounded or research-grade copies.
Menotropins — a purified combination of LH and FSH activity — approved for controlled ovarian stimulation and male infertility treatment in specialist care.
Mechanism of Action
FSH activity drives follicular development (or spermatogenesis support), with LH contributing steroidogenesis.
Research and Evidence
Standard fertility-medicine evidence base supports approved use under ultrasound and laboratory monitoring.
Safety and Side Effects
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is the significant monitored risk; unmonitored gonadotropin use is unsafe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the evidence tier of HMG (Menotropins)?
HMG (Menotropins) is graded "Approved medicine" on this site. This compound exists as an approved medicine in at least one major jurisdiction. Approval applies to specific, labeled indications and to the regulated product — not to compounded or research-grade copies.
Is HMG (Menotropins) an approved medicine?
HMG (Menotropins) exists as an approved medicine in at least one major jurisdiction — but approval covers the regulated product and its labeled indications only. Compounded or research-grade versions of the same molecule are not the approved product.
Where can I read the primary studies for HMG (Menotropins)?
The references section at the end of this entry links the key primary sources — regulator labels, trial registrations, and peer-reviewed papers. Our "How to Read a Peptide Study" guide explains how to evaluate them.
References
Evidence tier: Approved medicine · Last reviewed: 2026-09-05 · Sources cited below.