(GA ni REL ix) Brand: Antagon, Ganirelix Acetate
• You must not use this medicine if you are allergic to ganirelix or similar medications such as leuprolide (Lupron, Eligard), goserelin (Zoladex), or nafarelin (Synarel).
• Till using ganirelix, speak your doctor if you are allergic to latex rubber.
• Do not use ganirelix if you are already pregnant. Your doctor may give you a pregnancy test to create certain you are not pregnant till you receive ganirelix.
• You must not breast-feed while you are being treated with ganirelix.
• During your treatment with ganirelix, your blood may need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly. You should stay under the care of your doctor while using ganirelix.
• Some women using this medication have developed a condition called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), especially after the first treatment cycle. OHSS can be a life-threatening condition. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the next symptoms of OHSS: severe pelvic or stomach pain, swelling or weight gain, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or urinating smaller than usual.
• Ganirelix is a man-made form of a protein that reduces the amount of determined hormones in the body, including estrogen.
• Ganirelix is used along with another medications to regulate hormones during treatment for infertility in women.
• Ganirelix may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.
• You must not use this medicine if you are allergic to ganirelix or similar medications such as leuprolide (Lupron, Eligard), goserelin (Zoladex), or nafarelin (Synarel).
• Till using ganirelix, speak your doctor if you are allergic to latex rubber.
• FDA pregnancy category X. This medicine can harm an unborn child or reason birth defects. Do not use ganirelix if you are already pregnant. Your doctor may give you a pregnancy test to create certain you are not pregnant till you receive ganirelix. Speak your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.
• It is not known whether ganirelix passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing child. You must not breast-feed while you are being treated with ganirelix.
• Ganirelix is injected under the skin. You may be shown how to use injections at house. Do not self-inject this medication if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.
• Ganirelix is generally given once daily for different days in a row during determined phases of your fertility treatment cycle. Follow your doctor's instructions and try not to miss any doses.
• Every single use vial (bottle) of this medication is for one use only. Throw away after one use, even if there is still some medication left in it after injecting your dose.
• Use every disposable needle only one time. Throw away used needles in a puncture-proof container (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Hold this container out of the reach of children and pets.
• During your treatment with ganirelix, your blood may need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly. You should stay under the care of your doctor while using ganirelix.
• Store the prefilled syringe at room temperature, away from heat, moisture and light.
• Call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose.
• Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
• Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Some women using this medication have developed a condition called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), especially after the first treatment cycle. OHSS can be a life-threatening condition. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the next symptoms of OHSS:
· severe pelvic pain;
· swelling of the hands or legs;
· stomach pain and swelling;
· shortness of breath;
· weight gain;
· diarrhea;
· nausea or vomiting; or
· urinating smaller than usual.
• Smaller serious side effects may include:
· pelvic pain (similar to menstrual cramps);
· mild nausea or stomach pain;
· headache;
· vaginal bleeding; or
· pain, redness, or irritation at the injection site.
• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
• There may be another drugs that can interact with ganirelix. Speak your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal commodity. Do not start a new medicine without telling your doctor.
• Your pharmacist can provide more information about ganirelix.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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