IMPORTANT INFORMATION for Cetrotide® (cetrorelix acetate for injection):
INDICATIONS AND USAGE:
Cetrotide® (cetrorelix acetate for injection) is indicated for the inhibition of premature LH surges in women undergoing controlled ovarian stimulation. Cetrotide® should be prescribed by physicians who are experienced in fertility treatment.
IMPORTANT RISK INFORMATION:
Contraindications
Cetrotide® is contraindicated in women who exhibit hypersensitivity to cetrorelix acetate, mannitol or medicines similar to Cetrotide®, who exhibit prior hypersensitivity to GnRH or any other GnRH analogs, or who are pregnant, are breast-feeding or have severe kidney disease.
Warnings and Precautions
Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS), with or without blood vessel or lung problems, can occur with the use of fertility drugs.
Adverse Reactions
Mid and short lasting injection reactions like reddening, itching and swelling at the injection sites may occur. Nausea and headache have also been reported.
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