Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection
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Product introduction
Cetrolix 0.25mg 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.
Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection is used during techniques in women that help them in getting pregnant
Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection is used during techniques in women that help them in getting pregnant
Uses of Cetrolix Injection
Benefits of Cetrolix Injection
In Female infertility
Cetrolix 0.25mg 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 Cetrolix 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 Cetrolix
- Nausea
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Itching
- Irritation
- Vomiting
- Lower abdominal pain
How to use Cetrolix 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 Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Cetrolix 0.25mg 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
Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
However, the use of Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection helps prevent premature ovulation in women undergoing assisted reproduction treatments such as IVF.
- It is given as an injection 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
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
GNRH antagonists
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection
Once A Day
38%
Once A Month
32%
Once A Week
19%
Thrice A week
3%
Twice A Week
3%
Alternate Day
3%
Twice A Month
1%
Twice A Day
1%
What are you using Cetrolix Injection for?
Female infert*
100%
*Female infertility
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
50%
What were the side-effects while using Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection?
Nausea
33%
Abdominal pai*
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
*Abdominal pain, No Side Effect
How do you take Cetrolix Injection?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
What is Cetrolix 0.25mg Injection and for what it is used for?
Cetrolix 0.25mg 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 eggs from being released too early and gives the eggs time to grow properly. It is usually used in combination with other medicines.
How and in what dose can it be used?
It is given as an injection, only at the hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The patient may be monitored regularly for the follicular development. The treatment duration depends on the ovarian response of the patient.
What may be 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 feel a headache or nausea. However, these effects are temporary, if these persist consult with 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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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.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.
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Marketer details
Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
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