What is Cetrotide used for?
Cetrotide is used to prevent premature ovulation in women
undergoing controlled ovarian stimulation (fertility
treatment).
Who should not use Cetrotide?
Do not use Cetrotide if you:
- are allergic to cetrorelix acetate,
mannitol or exogenous peptide hormones (medicines similar to
Cetrotide); severe allergic reaction is possible.
- are pregnant, or think that you might
be pregnant, or if you are breast-feeding.
- have severe kidney disease
- have a severe
allergic condition
What are some possible side effects of
Cetrotide? (This list is
NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Cetrotide.
Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete
list of side effects.)
Mild and short-lasting reactions may occur at the injection
site like reddening, itching, and swelling. Nausea and
headache are also possible side effects.
For more detailed information about Cetrotide, ask your
health care provider.
Link to Cetrotide's Approved Labeling and Patient Information
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