Prevents the early release of eggs from the ovaries (premature ovulation) in women who are undergoing fertility treatments with controlled ovulation
Brand Names:
Cetrotide
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to cetrorelix, mannitol, or to any type of hormone. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medicine
Uses:
Injectable
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
A subcutaneous (sub-kyoo-TANE-ee-us) or SC injection is a shot given just under your skin. This medicine is usually injected into the lower abdomen, near the navel.
A nurse or other caregiver will teach you how to give yourself this medicine at home. Cetrorelix comes in a kit with patient instructions that show how to mix and inject the medicine.
Be sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection.
If a dose is missed:
The timing of when you use this medicine is very important in how well it will work. Use the medicine on the exact day and at the exact time your doctor has ordered.
Try not to miss any doses, and keep all appointments with your doctor.
If you do miss a dose, call your doctor for instructions.
Storage:
Do not open the medicine package or mix the medicine until you are ready to use an injection.
If you are using the Cetrotide™ 3 mg dose, store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct light.
If you are using the Cetrotide™ 0.25 mg dose, store the medicine in the refrigerator.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Warnings:
Do not use this medicine if you are breastfeeding, or if you think you may be pregnant.
A few women who have used this medicine had babies with birth defects. Because there is always a small chance of birth defects with any pregnancy, it is unknown whether or not this medicine was the cause of those problems. Discuss these risks with your doctor if you have any questions.
Along with using this medicine, you will need to visit your doctor for regular tests and procedures. It may take several months for you to become pregnant.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
Increase in how often or how much you urinate
Nausea with vomiting, stomach pain, and/or diarrhea
Pain or swelling in the lower abdomen
Trouble breathing, chest pain, fast heartbeat
Headache
Mild nausea
Redness, swelling, itching, or bruising where the shot is given
