Ovarian Downregulation

Ovarian Downregulation is only necessary in IVF and ICSI. Usually, this will not be carried out in OI and IUI.

GnRH agonist or GnRH antagonist are used for ovarian downregulation. The choice of medication is dependent on your own doctor. The time for starting ovarian downregulation depends on the choice of medication. They can be given by subcutaneous injection (under the skin). Some are also available in a nasal spray. Common side effects include hot flushes, vaginal dryness, headache, sleeplessness, mood swings, and reduced sex drive. However, these side effects usually go away once you begin treatment with gonadotropins.