GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is an anti-gonadotropin-releasing hormone medicine. It is used in the treatment of infertility in females. It restricts eggs to release directly and prevents premature ovulation.

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is used during techniques in women that help them in getting pregnant

Uses of Gonarelix Injection

Female infertility

Benefits of Gonarelix Injection

In Female infertility

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION prevents release of premature eggs during a process called ovulation in females. This helps in normal development of an egg in a woman's ovary (female reproductive organ), and stimulates the release of a healthy, matured egg. This helps to treat infertility in women and increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective.

Side effects of Gonarelix Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Gonarelix

Injection site reaction
Headache
Nausea
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
Abdominal pain
Vaginal bleeding

How to use Gonarelix Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is not advised in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is not advised in patients with moderate to severe liver disease patients.

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Quick tips

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION helps prevent premature ovulation in women undergoing assisted reproduction treatments such as IVF.
It is injected under the skin (subcutaneously), preferably of the upper leg.
Inform your doctor immediately if you get very dizzy, faint, vomit, or have diarrhea while using this medicine. These could be symptoms of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
Do not use this medicine if you are already pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Polypeptides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

GNRH antagonists

Patient concerns

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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FAQs

What is GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION and what it is used for?

GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION is an injectable preparation, which contains the active substance Ganirelix. It is used in women undergoing certain fertility treatments. It acts by blocking the release of luteinizing hormone (LH), thus preventing the early release of eggs and giving them the time to grow properly.

How and in what dose can it be used?

It is given as an injection, only at a hospital or clinic by a medical healthcare professional. The patient may be monitored regularly for the follicular development. The treatment duration depends on the ovarian response of the patient.

Does GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION stop follicle growth?

No, GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION does not slow or stop follicle growth

Does GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION stop/ prevent ovulation?

No, GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION does not stop or prevent ovulation. It reduces luteinizing hormone (LH) surge in women suffering from premature ovulation or undergoing a controlled ovarian stimulation for assisted reproduction technique (like IVF).

What are the possible side effects associated with it?

The most common side effect is local site reaction (redness of skin with or without swelling). You may also experience headache or nausea. However, these effects are temporary. If these persist consult your doctor. In addition, conditions like ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), and multiple births or birth defect may also be associated with the use of this medicine.

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References

Masters SB. Hypothalmic & Pituitary Hormones. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 655.
EMEA. Ganirelix. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Ganirelix. Ravensburg, Germany: Vetter Pharma-Fertigung GmbH & Co. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

Country of origin: India

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GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION

Product introduction

Uses of Gonarelix Injection

Benefits of Gonarelix Injection

In Female infertility

Side effects of Gonarelix Injection

Common side effects of Gonarelix

How to use Gonarelix Injection

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

What is GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION and what it is used for?

How and in what dose can it be used?

Does GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION stop follicle growth?

Does GONARELIX 0.25 MG INJECTION stop/ prevent ovulation?

What are the possible side effects associated with it?

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References

Marketer details

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