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Cetrotide Injection SC Information

Cetrotide Injection SC (Cetrorelix Acetate) is used to prevent pre-mature ovulation during fertility treatments. If eggs are released too early, they may not be mature enough for fertilization, or it can disrupt the timing needed for procedures like egg retrieval in IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonists like Cetrorelix acetate work by blocking the action of natural GnRH on the pituitary gland. This leads to the rapid suppression of the production and release of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). LH tells the body to ovulate, so when Cetrorelix blocks LH, it prevents ovulation. This makes it possible for your doctor to control when you ovulate to time fertility treatments properly.

Cetrotide Injection SC Side Effects

The most common side effects of Cetrotide Injection SC may include pain, itching, or swelling near the injection site, headache, and nausea. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, breathing difficulties, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat;
• Signs of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, such as severe stomach pain, trouble breathing, rapid weight gain, severe nausea;
• Vaginal bleeding

Cetrotide Injection SC Precautions

Do not use Cetrotide Injection SC if you are allergic to Cetrorelix Acetate or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have moderate or severe kidney or liver problems, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Cetrotide Injection SC and other medications. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before using Cetrotide Injection SC. This medicine should not be used once pregnancy is achieved. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed before using Cetrotide Injection SC. It is unknown if Cetrorelix Acetate passes into breast milk or if it may harm a nursing infant. Do not use this medicine in children without talking to your doctor. Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Cetrotide Injection SC comes as an injection. This medicine is given under the skin in the lower abdomen. Use a vial of Cetrotide Injection once daily at 24-hour intervals, either in the morning or evening. You will use this medicine over several days. Your doctor will tell you how much Cetrotide to use and how often to use it. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without telling your doctor. Do not change the dose unless your doctor tells you to. Do not give Cetrotide to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you. Store Cetrotide Injection SC at 2 – 8 degrees C. Refrigerate. Do not freeze. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Cetrotide Injection SC?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Cetrotide Injection SC.