Ganirelix
Information about Ganirelix
Ganirelix uses
Ganirelix is used in the treatment of female infertility.
How ganirelix works
In females undergoing treatment for infertility, sometimes premature ovulation can lead to the release of those eggs which are not ready for fertilization. Ganirelix blocks the action of a natural hormone and prevents premature release of the eggs from the ovary.
Common side effects of ganirelix
Abdominal pain, Headache, Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, Vaginal bleeding, Injection site reaction, Nausea, Anaphylactic reaction, Death
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Expert advice for Ganirelix
- Ganirelix 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.
Frequently asked questions for Ganirelix
Ganirelix
Q. What is Ganirelix and what it is used for?
Ganirelix belongs to a group of medicines called “antigonadotrophin-releasing hormones. 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. It is usually used in combination with other medicines.
Q. 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.
Q. Does Ganirelix stop follicle growth?
No, Ganirelix does not slow or stop follicle growth